Ethnic design in my Etsy Shop

Ethnic design Necklace and Earrings

Cat's Cradle € 45

Cat's Cradle
I worked directly onto a model for this piece; I wanted to make sure that the pattern I had envisaged would sit properly when worn. I really enjoyed this new approach to designing and I hope you enjoy the results! I started the design with these amazing Peruvian seed pods
(if you would like to know more about them go to this site 
http://www.cucurbit.org/family/species/Fevillea/fevi_cor2.html 
To go with them I choose undyed hemp string, knotted and threaded with orange wood beads and African amber recycled glass beads. The necklace was finished with an antique gold chain with a matching lobster clasp and extension chain.
The necklace measures on the inside 42cms (16.5 inches) and outer measure approx. 68 cms (27 inches, this can be extended by 6 cms ( 2.5 inches)
The earrings are made from African amber recycled glass beads, orange wood beads and knotted natural hemp string. The hook is antique gold colour and is nickle free.
Length from hook 4.5 cms.

This set is so unusual it is sure to get compliments. 

MADE IN AND SHIPPED FROM IRELAND

My latest bracelet in my Etsy Shop

Purple Sari Ribbon Bracelet

Purple Sari Ribbon Bracelet

I had such fun designing and making this bracelet. I have had this purple sari ribbon (hand cut from saris in Nepal) for some time, contemplating what I could use it for. I chose a heavy antique silver chain as the base for the bracelet and attached tuffs of sari ribbon. I next added wooden beads in white, deep pink and orange, hanging in clusters from the chain. I then choose a selection of Tibetan silver charms, a cute little cat, a frog, a mouse with a movable tail and a star. I closed the bracelet with a clasp and left an extension chain so that it will fit several sizes.
Wearable Length from 21cms to 23.5cms

Made in Ireland...Shipped from Ireland

Can you resist owning this pretty bracelet?
... and of course as always with my jewellery, each one is unique in design.

 You will find many more unique designs.......necklaces, earrings and more bracelets in my Etsy Shop ..... and beautiful hand bags too!