Until recently, I haven't made many necklaces. Part of the reason is that when I first started beading, my most of my previous crafting experience came from sewing... therefore, I was drawn to beadweaving and other intricate, time intensive, eye straining techniques.Obviously, in the end, my impatience got the better of me. Besides, while I do wear chunkier bracelets, I don't wear beaded ropes around my neck... For daily wear, I like delicate chains and simple but unique focal. Actually, I personally like sturdier construction on bracelets, since I am rough on jewelry. Maybe it's weird that I like such delicate chains...
So anyway, this particular CZ pendant is a 9x36mm Light Amethyst faceted flat teardrop. Buying things online can be tricky, since the concept of scale can easily be misconstrued. I actually got two of these, intending to make a pair of killer, dramatic, threader earrings. When they arrived, however, I immediately recognized that this piece is just too spectacular to get lost in a pair of earrings. And so I made a necklace instead. :) This is a really beautiful cut -check out the firey sparkle and delicate color!The chain is a sterling silver link, connected via handmade bail constructed from 22 gauge sterling silver half hard wire. Due to the small openings in the links, I also used the same method to attach the chain to the clasp.
You can find this necklace and other creations online at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/SimplyLeilaniDisclaimer: The CZ pendant was sent by Artbeads, free of charge in exchange for a product review. I was not compensated for my opinion or endorsement. My opinions as expressed are my own.
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