The focal point of this necklace is 3 amazing handmade lampwork beads that a re a riot of summer flower, they resemble a winning Chelsea garden. The rich and vivid colours, reds, blues and mauves and complimented by the green vine design that runs through the centre of each bead. Mel has added some stunning crystals to the focal area. The beads are strung on beadalon wire that Mel has dotted with freshwater pearls and swarovski crystals in complimenting colours. The three strands of gem dotted wire and twisted together and fasten with a lovely Karen Hill Tribe silver S clasp.
This necklace is 18 inches long
Materials used: Handmade Lampwork beads by Mindy Macgregor, crystal beads, swarovski crystal, freshwater pearls, beading wire, silver toggle clasp (Karen Hill Tribe)
About Karen Hill Tribe Silver
This silver item is handmade by the Karen Hill Tribe. They have developed their silver working skills into a profitable enterprise as an alternative to opium production. Hill Tribe silver is typically 96-99% pure. Please note that there is no requirement for items to be hallmarked as they are all below the legal minimum weight at which hallmarking regulations apply. As each item is handmade they are truly unique.
Kookie Designs
Mel started making beaded jewellery 8 years ago, after her lovely Husband bought her some beads and stringing material one Christmas, she has totally hooked ever since.
Kookie Designs was born 3 years ago after the birth of their son. Initially Mel sold her jewellery at craft fairs but after several clients asking for the ability to shop online she decided to join the modern age and has set up an e-shop as well as having pieces here.
Mel loves working with original lampwork beads, which are a work of art in themselves, and combining them with crystals, freshwater pearls, sterling silver and Karen Hill Tribe silver along with semi-precious stones Her Jewellery tends to be an eclectic mix of material Hence the name Kookie Designs, making each piece adaptable and very feminine.
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