Jody Jameson "In The Cloud" Necklace 12-20-14

"In the Cloud"
Jody Jameson
Agate With Hand Beaded Bezel, Chain of Brass, Stone Glass & Agate
$60

The swirls in this stunning piece of agate are set securely and precisely with rich creamy and light orchid beads which accent the colors in the again perfectly, that Jody Jameson has expertly woven.  She has attached three beaded loops through which the three strand chain is strung.  As is her usual style, Jody has made the chain asymetrical.  This necklace has two strands of chain on one side, each unique, and one strand on the other side.  The bead woven bezel is just around the outside of the agate so that you can see the light coming through it's design on both sides.  Truly a work of art!

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Mariah Wheeler "Opal Beaded Bracelet" at the Joyful Jewel 10-25-14

"Opal Beaded Bracelet"
Mariah Wheeler
$45

Here is a piece of my own newest work.  This bracelet features a firy opal set with white seed beads and a 3-strand beaded chain of faceted auroa borealis crystals and glass beads.  The fancy clasp is sterling silver.          ~ Mariah Wheeler

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Chelsea O'Connell "Cicada" at the Joyful Jewel 5-29-14

"Cicada"
Chelsea O'Connell
Framed Piece with Mounted Cicada and Info Page
$28

Chelsea O'Connell, lover of insects and Entomology college student, has mounted this one on what looks like a textbook page and framed it in a glassed shadow box.  I can read part of the page and have learned that we can expect to hear the most common types of cicadas -- those with 2 - 4 year cycles -- in July or August.  Certain other types though we may be hearing now in May and June.  Have you heard them?

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Carol Sclove "Whirly Twirly Crystal Pearls" at the Joyful Jewel 5-24-14

"Whirly Twirly Crystal Pearls" earrings
Carol Sclove
Freshwater Pearls, Glass Beads, Sterling Silver Earwires
$30

Twisted fun for a Saturday.  Won't these earrings by Carol Sclove be fun to wear out to all the music and parties this weekend?

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Rachel Bass "Necklace & Earring Set" at the Joyful Jewel 3-3-14

Necklace and Earrings Crystal with Glint
Rachel Bass
Czech Glass Crystal and 14K Gold Filled Wire and Findings
Earrings $38, Necklace $78

Rachel Bass made the earrings and necklace to match in a soft milky blue crystal with bronze glint.  The curvy 14K Gold Filled wire brings out both colors of blue and bronze perfectly, and gives a playful movement to the pieces.  Rachel is one of those artists whose work is so perfectly and precisely made that even a simple design is a real work of art.  

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Jody Jameson "Charming" necklace at the Joyful Jewel 3-1-14

"Charming"
Jody Jameson
 30" chain plus  5" dangle component
$50

This long necklace hangs like a pendulum, perfectly weighted, tinkling and chinkling with delightful musical movement as you wear it, and even wants to keep moving as you hold it..  Jody Jameson is the best I know a putting a wide variety of diverse shapes and materials together in a way of perfect harmony.  Included here is brass, czech glass, dyed shell, and stones that are turquoise in color with gold accents.  Shapes include oval chain link, washers, ovals, faceted rounds, tear drop, triangle and a large stone bead that is like a circle compressed from top and bottom.  The latter is the most beautiful cream with rich brown veins.  Jody must not know what kind of stone it is and I don't either.  Please come tell us if you know!

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Sharon Blessum "Jade Multi-Strand Necklace" at the Joyful Jewel 2-26-14

Multi-Strand Jade Necklace
Sharon Blessum
$85

This necklace by Sharon Blessum is so full of jade gemstones and strands that is substantial to feel, a weighty powerfulness that transfers to anyone who is wearing it.  Be strong, be confident, be beautifully adorned -- this necklace brings such gifts.

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Anna Kurtz "Sterling Silver, Ironwood, Coral" necklace at the Joyful Jewel 2-16-14

Sterling Silver, Ironwood, Coral Necklace
Anna Kurtz
Centerpiece including dangle ~ 3" x 3", Coral Chain 16"
$320

Anyone who appreciated masterful meticulous jewelry making combined with individual style and creativity will love Anna Kurtz work.  It's some of the finest I have seen with inlays of sterling silver, and sometimes turquoise.  This necklace draws attention and keeps it!    Jewelry for the star in you or your loved one.

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DG Chandler "Druzy with Opal" at the Joyful Jewel 2-7-14

"Druzy with Opal" Necklace
DG Chandler
Iridized Druzy Quartz, Opal, Sterling Silver
$90

DG Chandler was excited to find the stunning centerpiece to this necklace, an extra sparkly druzy in an interesting shape.  His creative mind immediately began designing the sterling silver setting for this unusual triangular shape.  The "fan" is hand carved and DG made the stamping tool used for the rest of the background.  Then he added the perfect complement to the druzy, a firey opal to bring out more of the blue.  He finished the piece with a sterling silver wheat chain.

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Amanda Egdorf-Sand Earrings at the Joyful Jewel 1-25-14

Ceramic Earrings by Amanda Egdorf-Sand

Amanda Egdorf-Sand says her goal is to "wear the earth."  Most of her earrings are earthtones with a earthy look like the ones on the left in this photo.  They look like they might have just emerged from the earth.  The white and blue ones have a more refined look but still have the organic shape and feel.  Two different moods represented by one multi-faceted artist.

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David Snyder "Earrings" at the Joyful Jewel 1-10-14

David Snyder Earrings

Wiggle, scroll, spiral, tinkle, and laugh -- thank you David Snyder for creating such variety and bringing fun in your work!  Here is an amazing array of earrings with fancy wirework and gemstones.  Nearly all of the wire and most components are sterling silver and no two pair of earrings have the same gemstones or the same shape.

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Sharon Blessum "Amazing Stone" necklace at the Joyful Jewel 1-7-14

Amazing Stone Necklace
Sharon Blessum

I can hardly breathe when I look at this stone, found and carved by Sharon Blessum's father, Kermit Blessum, perhaps long long ago (as he is 103 years old now).  To have recognized the pulsing life captured in rock and set it free -- an amazement!  Where is this place -- of space, of sea, of earth, or some other galaxy?  Sharon has put her hand to this stone, joining her Father -- and our Father too -- to make a necklace.  Who will claim this treasure as their own?

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Bruce Saunders - "Mandala Pendants" at the Joyful Jewel 12-24-13

Mandala Pendants
by Bruce Saunders

Sure to bring their wearers to a mystical place, these mandala necklaces can also be used like a gazing ball to center and calm!

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Janet Place "Swirly Earrings" at the Joyful Jewel 12-8-13

"Swirly Earrings"
Janet Place
Polymer Clay, Silver Tone Findings, ~ 3/4" x 3/4"
$25

Janet Place makes beautiful jewelry out of polymer clay.  This pair of earrings has sparkly bits and swirly bits reminding me of the way water sparkles in a waterfall.  The colors are deep and mysterious.

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Lisa Garber "Poinsetta Earrings" at the Joyful Jewel 12-4-13

"Poinsettia Earrings"
Lisa Garber
Sterling Silver Wire & Findings, Origami Paper, ~ 1" x 1"
$28

Perfect for this time of year, Lisa Garber of Senba Designs has designed poinsettia earrings with extended petals of sterling silver.  They also resemble tiny pinwheels formed with intricate origami folds. 

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DG Chandler "Azurite Thunderbird" at the Joyful Jewel 10-23-13

Azurite & Sterling Silver Thunderbird Necklace
DG Chandler
Hand Fabricated Sterling Silver, Azurite Gemstone, Sterling Silver Chain & Findings
$80

Oh my goodness DG Chandler!  You have created the most amazing and powerful setting for an amazing stone.  There is no other stone that has the colors and amoeba-like patters of Azurite.  A Thunderbird flying with these colors will surely bring power and good fortune to whoever wears a necklace like this one.

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Lisa Garber "Origami Fans" at the Joyful Jewel 10-21-13

Origami Fans
Lisa Garber
Recycled Japanese Paper, Resin, Sterling Silver Ear Studs
$23

Simplicity and elegance combine with focused attention by Lisa Garber to birth these colorful earrings.  Integrity is Lisa's middle name -- materials are chosen for their sustainable, recycled properties plus their affinity to beauty.  Lisa is true to her ethical standards. 

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Yvette Poole "Garnet Spiral & Crystal" Necklace at the Joyful Jewel 10-20-13

Garnet Spiral & Crystal Necklace
Yvette Poole
Sterling Silver Chain Maille, Garnet Gemstones, Crystal Drops, on Leather Cord
$72

Sooo pretty Yvette Poole!  Dangling and jangling just under the chin, this delightful necklace sparkles.  Yvette's spirals are perfectly formed and integrated together, so that her pieces actually drape even though they are made from hard substances -- Sterling Silver and Garnet gemstones with iridescent Glass Crystal teardrops!  Amazing I think.

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Rachel Bass "Swarovski Crystal & Sterling Silver" earrings at the Joyful Jewel 10-16-13

Crystal & Sterling Silver Earrings
Rachel Bass
Sterling Silver with Swarovski Crystal Hearts, ~ 2" + Ear Wires
$48

Everything is to love about these elegant earrings with Swarovski Crystal Hearts!  Rachel Bass has curved the sterling silver wire like a svelte figure eight to show them off beautifully.  She has made them long enough that even a slight movement of the head will produce a prismatic sparkle.  Such grand enhancements for a rich, fortune-filled day!

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David Snyder "Copper & Glass Earrings" at the Joyful Jewel 10-11-13

Copper & Glass Earrings
David Snyder
Copper, Ceramic, Wood
$24

Nice combination, David Snyder!  I love the green ceramic beads framed in copper and silver.  Punctuating the design and making them the perfect length for long or short hair, are the hammered copper needles on the ends.  It is obvious that these earrings were made by a man who loves to adorn a beautiful woman!

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