Two strands are better than one

My new design lately has been double stranded necklaces.  I had been working alot with chain and wire recently so I wanted to try something different.  Last night, I sat down and created the following sterling silver, double stranded illusion necklace.  The design is simple.  I used only 2 types of beads along the illussion cord, a diamond shaped metallic gray bead and 6mm crystal clear Swarovski crystals.  I joined the 2 necklaces at the back with jump rings and added a lobster claw clasp.  I just love the colors and the look of the design.  It is a perfect accessory for a work outfit and could be paired with a cute dress for evenings and special occassions.
Check it out and let me know what you think....

Here is the matching earrings as well....

Speaking of special occassions, please note, this design can be custom made with your specifications, making it perfect for weddings and bridal party gifts.

Wire wrapping

A few weeks ago I was shopping at the Loft (a favorite of mine) and whenever I am in there I always take a look at their jewelry.  On this particular trip I saw these earrings that used crystal rondelles where each crystal was connected to the next using wire wrapping.  I decided to try my hand at it and I think the result was pretty successful.  Made with all sterling silver findings and 6mm golden shadow Swarovski crystal rondelles.  I added a picture of the Loft pair at the bottom.  How do mine stack up?  Let me know what you think? 

The Loft version

I am thinking of trying to make them in purple next.  Purple is my favorite fall color.  Would you wear this style?  Please comment and let me know.

Hurricane Irene

So hurricane Irene swept into NJ and created all sorts of havoc and leading the President to declare it a disaster area!  We were forunate to have no damage, but we did not have power for 5 days. It was nice not having TV, but tough not having any lights.  : )
Despite that "minor" set back, I was able to create a piece as promised working by the natural light coming into my kitchen during the day.  It is a double stranded sterling silver necklace with sea foam green nuggets.  The nuggets are linked together with sterling silver wire and attached to the sterling silver link chain.

I truly love this piece. I think it would do create with a strapless LBD or to work with a crisp white button down.  What would you wear it with?  Take a look and let me know what you think!!