JustATish Designs

Communication with jewelry

I dropped off some new inventory at The Nature of Art this morning. My stuff has been moving out of there lately and I am pleased. Typically when I bring in new things, I try to 'theme' them. By theme I mean, I create the pieces using a common property from the stones. This month I chose communication.

Here is a smattering of the pieces I took in and their properties.

Chrysocola, lapis, lepidolite, labradorite, larvakite

Chrysocola - gentle stone and its energy works in a gentle, harmonious way.
Labradorite -provides clarity and insight
Lapis - brings truthfulness, openness
Lepidolite - calm, trust, and acceptance.
Larvakite - is associated with the throat chakra where communication comes from

Rhyolite and carnelian

Rhyolite, carnelian, tiger eye
Carnelian - can aid memory.

Lapis, citrine

Lapis - brings truthfulness, openness
Citrine - mental clarity, confidence, happiness and will power

Amazonite, apatite, carnelian

Amazonite - ruth, honor, communication
Apatite - increase intellect, imagination, and intuitive awareness
Carnelian - can aid memory

August - Peridot

August's birthstone is Peridot - say it with me - Pair-uh-doe.

Peridot is a beautiful stone, the best known gem variety of olivine. Some historians believe that some of the "emeralds" worn by Cleopatra were actually peridot. Peridot is worn not only for its beauty, but also for the belief it is supposed to bring the wearer success, peace, and good luck.

Here are some stunning examples of jewelry I have found online that use peridot, or use a classic peridot color in their designs.

Peridot Stacking Ring Set - BlackLotusDesign

Apple Tree of Life - wearmejewels

Spring Blooming Vine Necklace - SimplyAdorning

Peridot chainmaille Sterling Silver earrings - Cheli

Dramatic Dimensonal Filigree Medallion Necklace with Intaglio - Dawno

Life is But a Dream...Peridot Vesuvianite Green Tourmaline Vermeil Gold Filled Drama Filled Signature Original Draped Gemstone Scrolled Necklace - bellajewels

Now that you have seen these beautiful designs, I know you are itching to get your hands on some peridot, or some peridot colored glass/crystals. Where can you get them??

4-4.5mm Peridot Rounds - On Sale! - ArtBeads

Bead, Gemstone, Chips (Peridot) - Rings & Things

Swarovski Art 6007 Peridot 7x4mm 20 beads - BeadinPath

5 Strands Carmina Glass Pearls, Peridot (026), graduated 6 to 12mm 16 inch SedonaStones

Now I know you are itching to make your own desings using peridot - why not post a link when you are finished and share your work with everyone!

Artbeads Blog Group - Flashes of Autumn

I got a thing for Autumn I guess.

I have a tendency to use those colors more than any. The warmth is what draws me. The blog group choices from ArtBeads this month was Swarovski crystals. Holy cow was that a tough chore! There are so many choices. At first I just started down the list picking anything that appealed to me, then went back in and started weeding them out.

Yesterdays post gave you the run down of my choices.

Last nite, I was in a fever working on this. I couldn't wait to get it done. It didn't come out exactly the way I wanted it to, but at the same time, I am happy with the outcome.

Along with the Swarovski crystals from ArtBeads, I also used -

2207 Cable Chain
1 1/2-inch Head Pin, 22 Gauge (Sterling Silver)
10 x 4mm Lobster Clasp with Open Jump Ring

The rest were from my stash.

I am still torn on the pearls. Should they stay or should they go?

Here she is ladies and gentlemen - Flashes of Autumn

I used 22 ga sterling wire to attach the pendant crystal. I went thru the hole several times, each time, I added a pearl or a Swarovski bicone to create a cluster at the top.