I really wanted to create a special range of jewellery, and the most precious gems
available were the obvious choice. However, as I wanted to create an affordable range,
I
wanted to distribute the stones within the pieces, while still giving them the maximum
impact.
This was partially inspired by some incredible 'triangular' stones I had found, that
I wanted
to use in a special a piece as possible. These became earrings in the Oh My! range.
So, I
decided to use rock crystal. Because of the high-sparkle impact of the stones, and
the
refractive qualities, it takes the rubies and really emphasises them to the max. I
went for
these larger rock crystals, and not the stones that inspired me to create a different
look.
Stunning, and very exiting! Next step, diamonds :)
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http://www.jewellerydragon.com/E22154.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, I can customise any piece just for you, make it longer,
shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
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These labrodite stones fell into my possession, and I was in love. Never have I seen stones with such labradorescence, it covers the whole surface on both sides. So, I needed a simple setting to show off the quality of these gorgeous stones.
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I love the 'Drunken Bricklayer' vase by Whitefriers, and when I first got these carnelians, I realised that was what I was going to get! None of them have been drilled centrally, giving a wonderful and eccentric look to these gorgeous earrings.
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/E22190.htm.
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I found the mother of pearl at an antiques shop, and decided it would go perfectly with a garnet necklace. I am so pleased with the result, the creamy mother of pearl goes with the garnets so well.
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/N22057.htm.
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Fossil jasper is one of natures wonders. It actually contains fossilised creatures (usually coral), but also has colour and beauty of its own. Now I admit to making a grave error when I bought these stones, I didn't check the size, so my pairs of earrings I was expecting to make were suddenly gone, the stones were too small!
However, I realised I could make a necklace, so started to plan it out... realising very quickly that they would make a far better bracelet. After all, what better than to be able to stare at these gorgeous little gems in detail? On the neck you'd never get to know them!
In the end it was a happy accident, and I'm still trying to persuade myself not to sell the piece!
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/B22048.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, I can customise any piece just for you, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
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These emeralds are delicious. Large, chunky, and very gorgeously green. Just where are you every going to find a pair of earrings with this many carats of emeralds? When I got them, it was tempting to make a necklace, but I decided on a pair of earrings and a bracelet. Stunning, and fun!
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/E22205.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, I can customise any piece just for you, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
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Sunstone is a lesser-known gem that is simply stunning. As each gem contains flecks of copper, I wanted to make sure this necklace had maximum movement to show off the bling!
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/N22097.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, I can customise any piece just for you, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
www.jewellerydragon.com
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I adore amber, the orange colour is so striking, and I wanted to make sure the stones were shown at their best, with no clutter.
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/E22134.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, we can customise any piece, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
www.jewellerydragon.com
JewelleryDragon is available at the Harrison Lord Gallery in Brighouse, West Yorkshire.
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I really wanted to create a special range of jewellery, and the most precious gems available were the obvious choice. However, as I wanted to create an affordable range, I wanted to distribute the stones within the pieces, while still giving them the maximum impact. This was partially inspired by some incredible 'triangular' stones I had found, that I wanted to use in a special a piece as possible. These became earrings in the Oh My! range.
So, I decided to use rock crystal. Because of the high-sparkle impact of the stones, and the refractive qualities, it takes the rubies and really emphasises them to the max. I went for these larger rock crystals, and not the stones that inspired me as the original stones were very small, and have highly cut edges, making them perhaps uncomfortable to wear in a necklace, but perfect in earrings. I decided to not focus the rubies in one area, either, distributing them evenly with the rock crystal so you get the colour right around the necklace. Stunning, and very exiting!
Next step, diamonds :)
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/N22140.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, we can customise any piece, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
www.jewellerydragon.com
JewelleryDragon is available at the Harrison Lord Gallery in Brighouse, West Yorkshire.
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I bought a vintage necklace that was mother or pearl beads and a mother of pearl pendant. I decided to re-string the pendant on a contrasting set of beads (note to self, still to do), which left me with a lot of vintage mother of pearl! I thought that a bracelet was the best solution, and to add contrast I used my favourite hand-cut garnets to give richness to the bracelet.
This one is slightly unusual in that I created an animation to show it being created! You can view the animation below, of see the full thing on YouTube: http://youtu.be/QiMzSQGEEEQ.
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/B22033.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, we can customise any piece, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
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When I found this labrodite, I had to have it. Labrodite contains glimmering purples, greens, blues and yellows, and these beads are simply the best I have ever owned. Now I could have just re-strung, but I decided to get the maximum out of each stone I needed to add contrast and darkness, with the lovely vintage glass. This allows you to view each labrodite as an individual, and revel in their stunning beauty.
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/B22036.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, we can customise any piece, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
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I love tourmaline, and this is a very fine example. With such a cute, and simple piece, I decided that adding additional stones would take away from the unique nature of the piece.
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/N22025.htm.
p.s. And don't forget, we can customise any piece, make it longer, shorter, or change the fitting! Just ask!
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JewelleryDragon is available at the Harrison Lord Gallery in Brighouse, West Yorkshire.
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I adore these stones. They have such an unusual cut, and the frosted/faceted quality of them is just stunning, and subtle. When I bought them, I actually just bought smokey quartz, which is a lovely, warm brown. When they arrived, however, I realised that there was two shades of brown in the multiple strands I had bought. Never one to miss an opportunity, I separated out the stones, and alternated, so you get this wonderful change in colour to add to the soft and sparkle of the stones themselves.
For more details, see: http://www.jewellerydragon.com/E22145.htm
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