The Mirror

The Mirror
Robert Reid

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"You never really leave a place you love. Part of it, you take with you, leaving a part of yourself behind."

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Smoky Quartz Watch


A beautiful Legacy Watch. Faceted oval Smoky Quartz gemstones, and Very large Swarovski Vitrail Medium Bicones, and rounds. Link to my Ruby Lane store

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Swiss Blue Topaz on Curly Q Earrings- Orange Sunset


When I look at these earrings I immediately think of a Carribean vacation I took. the waters were so clearly BLUE, and the sunsets golden orange. All hand made, hand created, hand crafted Sterling silver earwires, suspend hand wrapped Swiss Blue Topaz gemstone briolettes, and they are delisch! Earrings dangle 1 3/4 inches. Just posted in my Ruby Lane Store.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Green Amethyst, Prasiolite Necklace


Prasiolite is often referred to as Green Amethyst. The gemstone is heat irradiated to obtain a beautiful light green shade. The shape and faceting are new, and referred to as Checkerboard faceting. The gemstone is hand wrapped onto Sterling silver wire, and is topped with a Holly Gage Sterling silver leaf shaped Bead cap, and a Swarovski Cube. The pendant dangles from a Sterling silver Bail. The necklace is 18 inches of thick round Omega chain.

Friday, September 12, 2008

Chariote Gemstone Bracelet wtih Swarovski Crystal, Glass Pearls and Czech Bead


Purple aplenty in this bracelet. Teardrop shaped Chariote gemstone beads make an appearance in this bracelet that is filled with 8mm Swarovski Crystal AB's, Czech firepolish beads, and lilac colored glass pearls. This bracelet finishes with a heart and arrow clasp, features a cute dangle, and will fit up to a 6 3/4 inch wrist.

"Twinkle Twinkle, Looks Like Diamonds in the Midnight Sky"


Twinkle Twinkle Little Stars...
Naturally sparkling, these heart shaped Bluestone gemstones, looks like the stars in the midnight sky. Adding more dazzle, are 11mm Vintage Swarovski crystals. The toggle clasp features a heart design. The bracelet is created using 49 strand beading wire which is very strong. This bracelet will fit up to a 7 1/4 inch wrist.
Twinkle, Twinkle, like diamonds in the midnight sky....

Friday, June 13, 2008

Moo - luschious Watch Bangle Bracelet


Isn't this the cutest!?!
The Lampwork beads with the markings of a cow, are topped with a flower.
This bracelet watch starts with a base of 16 gauge Sterling silver wire. The watch is a Sterling silver plated face of Mother of Pearl Quartz Watch. It dangles from the bracelet watch, and has matching black and white seed beads attached to the watch face. Onyx beads and silver beads surround tile shaped White Agate gemstones. Finally the bracelet portion of this bracelet watch features hand wrapped and twisted wire sections and a hand created S clasp.
It's just Mooooooo lushcious!

Thursday, June 12, 2008

Monet's Leather Garden, Lampwork Bead, Crystal Necklace and Earring Set on European Leather


I think Monet would love all the marriage of his colors with this rich European Braided Leather. An 18 inch necklace that consists of 4 Lampwork glass beads that are surrounded by Swarovski crystals. The beads and crystals are attached to 5mm European braided leather that ends in a Lobster claw clasp.
The earrings dangle 1 1/4 inches from the bottom of Sterling silver ear wires.
All components are high quality, and include Sterling silver, leather, Swarovski crystals

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Wedding/Bridal Jewelry French Garden Collection


What could be more romantic than getting married in a French Garden. The bracelet and earring set has all the components that dreamy weddings are made of. The Lampwork beads were aptly named "French Garden", and create the beautiful look and feel for the bride. The bracelet has 3 lampwork glass beads 18mm, & 12mm x 8mm. Swarovski Crystal AB 8mm cubes, and 6mm Jonquil AB crystals decorate the components in this bracelet. There are curve tube Bali silver beads in the center of the design. The clasp is a Sterling silver toggle clasp that features a flower design. The bracelet will fit up to a 7 1/2 inch wrist, and includes a crystal dangle. The earrings begin with frontal heart leverback ear wires of Sterling silver. Hand wrapped on Sterling silver wire, a hammered silver oval connects to the Lampwork glass bead with Swarovski crystals. The Dangle portion of 3 inches, and is hand wrapped on Sterling silver wire.
A matching necklace can be found in my Ruby Lane Store

Saturday, May 24, 2008

Necklace Lampwork Boro Bead with Vintage & New Swarovski Crystal Glass Pearl


Humming with color, a large Lampwork boro bead anchors itself through a glittering swarm of Swarovski crystals. Saturated in hues of seaside watercolor, a rich palette of beads, dance through this 22 inch necklace. Glass Pearls, Czech Beads, faceted glass, Pineapple Quartz, Vintage Swarovski Crystal AB round, and finaly, Swarovski Bicone Crystal AB's that form a loop for this watercolor delight. Just postmark this necklace: "Lovely to look at, Sexy to wear!"

Friday, May 23, 2008

Smoky Topaz, Keishi Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Swarovkski Crystal Necklace


It is rare to find naturally colored gemstones. The focal Smoky Topaz Gemstone has not been enhanced. It is a beautiful shake, and is accentuated by Keishi Freshwater Pearls, and other Freshwater pearls. In addition, Swarovski provides the bling in this necklace. It is 19 inches long. There are Bali silver beads on this necklace. The clasp is Sterling silver and looks so rich a feminine. Earrings will be included, and will determined by purchaser's preference which stones/pearls/crystals to use.

Friday, May 9, 2008

Bridal Wedding Jewelry-Glass Pearl & Crystal


This set begins with a beautiful shade of Lilac, they are glass pearls dyed to create that beautiful shade. Between the Pearls are Swarovski Purple Velvet Bicone Beads. Dangling from the necklace, bracelet, and earrings are Crystal Quartz gemstones. The necklace is 18 inches long, and features a swivel Sterling silver Lobster claw clasp. Dangling from the necklace, set in Sterling silver is a large Crystal Quartz gemstone measuring 18mm x 24 mm. The bracelet will fit up to a 7 3/4 inch wrist., and includes a dangle with a Crystal Quartz Briolette. The earrings dangle from Sterling silver interchangeable lever back ear wires (you can use the earwires to create different earrings if you choose). The earrings dangle 2 1/2 inches from top of the leverback ear wires.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Bridal & Wedding Jewelry


Dangling 17 1/2 inches long these beautiful Mint green glass pearls, paired with Swarovski Crystals, make a beautiful set. The necklace has a magnetic clasp. The earrings dangle from freely formed Sterling silver wire, with a length of 2 inches from the top of the earring. The dangle on the necklace is 1 1/4 inches long

Thursday, March 27, 2008

Citrine Briolette Gemstone and Lampwork Boro Bead Dangle Earrings


Gaze into these Lampwork Boro Beads, and you'll be mesmerized at the hot pink with blue haze coloring. Capped by Bali Bead caps, and hand wrapped with Sterling silver wire, these beads provide the dangle of Citrine Gemstones that are also hand wrapped with Sterling silver wire. These earrings dangle 3 inches from the top of Sterling silver ear wires. The Lampwork glass beads measure 10mm x 15mm, and the Citrine Briolette's measure a large 12mm x 15mm.

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Desert Flames Lampwork Bead & Carnelian Gemstone Earrings


Lovin' the colors of the Lampwork glass beads, and the shape of these Carnelian gemstones. Turn up the heat. Can be found in my Ruby Lane Store.

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Bali Print Bead with Changeable Pendant Necklace


The detail and beauty of these Bali Print/Baroque beads is unparalleled. To add to the beauty are Swarovski Jet Bicone crystals and Rondelles. Because the clasp is so beautiful, you'll want to wear this necklace with the clasp in the front, but you don't have to. Attached, and easily removed is a beautiful Pendant with a Lampwork Glass bead by Carolyn's Designs that mixes Sea foam green, lilac and blue. The top glass on the Lampwork bead changes color in different light. In sunlight it will appear lilac, under fluorescent lighting it will appear light blue. Capped with Sterling silver Lentil bead caps, this pendant dangles a lively dragonfly charm. The pendant easily removes from the necklace, and the toggle clasp can dangle another pendant if you choose. This necklace is 20 inches long, and the dangle pendant is over 3 inches. You can find this in my Ruby Lane Shop.

Sunday, March 16, 2008

Marta Howell Shell Pendant with Blue Topaz and Freshwater Pearl Necklace and Earring set


Another beautiful pendant created by Marta Howell. There was just no picture I could take can accurately show the beauty of the shell colors found on this pendant. At every angle the colors change. The rectangular Blue Topaz gemstone accentuates the beauty of this pendant. The necklace also features Freshwater Coin Shaped Pearls, Bali Silver beads, Swarovski Crystals, and Sterling silver beads. A matching pair of Earrings create a beautiful set. The necklace is 18 inches long, the pendant is 45mm x 15mm, and the coin Pearls are 16mm. The earrings dangle 2 inches from Bali silver ear wires.

Black & Gold Lampwork Glass Bead Earrings on Gold filled wire


Such rich colors in these earrings!. The base of these earrings are gold-filled wire, including the leverback ear wires. Starting from the bottom, are richly colored Honey Quartz gemstones that measure 14mm x 18mm, and are hand wrapped onto GF wire. Beautifully colored Lampwork glass beads, you'll find on a black base, with a look as if gold colored foil was wrapped around the bead. Topping this design are Swarovski Crystal AB pear shaped beads. The leverback ear wires are gold filled. These earrings dangle 2 1/2 inches from the bottom of the ear wire. The interchangeable ear wires allow you to use them for other ear dangles you choose.

Vintage Repro Glass Button Bracelet with Lampwork Boro Beads and Swarovski Crystals.


I'm definitely enjoying these Vintage Repro Czech manufactured buttons, another bracelet in my Etsy store.

Saturday, March 15, 2008

Medical Identification/Alert Bracelets


Knowing the importance of communicating medical information, I know the value of Medical Identification/Alert bracelets. Here's an example of one that is in my Ruby Lane Store:
Why wear your parent's Medical ID & Alert Bracelet???? Update it with this Leather bracelet that can be customized for your sizing. The medallion is engrave able, and can accommodate 10 letters, and 3 lines of engraving, which I can do for you. The medallion is made of Sterling silver, and is removable so you can attach it to other bracelets or even a necklace. This bracelet is tan colored, 6mm European Leather. It also features Bali silver end cords and clasp. The bracelet in the picture will fit up to a 7 1/2 inch wrist. Again, a bracelet can be customized to your size. Larger than 8 1/2 inches would be an additional 3.00/inch.

Lemon Quartz Gemstone, Black Onyx, Swarovski Crystal Earrings on SS Leverback Ear wires


Lemon Quartz is so popular, in my Etsy store I have these lovely earrings:
A new cut on these juicy Lemon Quartz gemstone earrings. Measuring 18mm x 15mm x 10mm thick,these hexagon shaped gemstones are clear and without inclusions. Wrapped around the top of the gemstone, a Bali Silver bead cap supports a Black Onyx rondelle gemstone. Capping the design are Swarovski Crystal AB teardrop shaped crystal. The design is made using 49 strand Accuflex(very strong) wire, and all are suspended from Sterling silver lever back ear wires. From the top of the earwire, these earrings dangle 2 1/2 inches.

Button Bracelets


For sale in my Ruby Lane Shop is this button bracelet, which was difficult to photograph, and is far more beautiful than the pictures show. This Vintage Reproduction Button was made in the Czech Republic. It is made of glass, and is in a beautiful deep shade of lavender and has an AB type coating over the top. Luscious purple lampwork glass beads made from Alison Turner grace this bracelet. Bali Silver Print beads, and Vintage Swarovski crystals (12mm) also decorate the remainder of this bracelet. This bracelet is 8 1/2 inches long, and will fit up to a 7 1/4 inch wrist. The clasp cups the button into place, and no matter what view you have of the bracelet, it is quite beautiful.