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This statement necklace of almost 400 beads including fresh water pearls (in hues of blue, purple, rose, cyan, silver, lavender) labradorite, Swarovski, Czech crystals, drop and druk beads, plus clear quartz. I made it for a friend who had the beads but couldn’t put the necklace together in time. She loves how it turned out.
Chocolate Quartz Brilliance!
This chocolate (smokey) quartz necklace also contains golden fresh water pearls, Swarovski pearls, mother of pearl chips & Czech beads. The matching wire provides seamless connectivity, floating the beads throughout the the design.
Turquoise Pearl & Crystal Bracelet
The tiny 4mm turquoise coloured beads are magnesite and add further texture to the design. Lots of Czech pearls & crystals as in creams, blues & black, (with AB coating). The piece also contain Caribbean Opal Swarovski crystals further contributing to the range of blue hues.
Took a while to make this lovely warm rose and pearl woven rope with tassel. The tassel comes off and doubles as a bracelet. Loved the result! Come see it at my next event!
Gorgeous adventurine quartz with loads of inclusions! Light enters the the stone and strikes the quartz inclusions providing the most interesting light play. You can get lost in this little stone with it’s sparkly appearance known as “aventurescence”.
“In the works”
This is a STUNNING shell cabochon. Gorgeous hues of blue & turquoise, very light weight. The cabochon is so well polished and rippled with colour, it only needs a sterling silver chain to finish it! Reversible as shown in the image above.
At 2cm wide by 1.5cm long, these are really cute and harmless. Made Ethel & Willard were made in pure copper. Only $25 for the pair in copper or tarnish resistant artistic silver wire. Various types of semi-gems available.
Freshwater pearls, baroque shaped freshwater pearls, Czech pearls, agate and nacre pearls, Swarovski pearls, Mother-Of-Pearl, Chalcedony, Swarovski & Czech crystals, .925 sterling silver heart toggle clasp with sterling silver split jumprings, all woven on Parawire, anti-tarnish wire. These bead caps are silver plated. This one was purchased but can make another similar bracelet.
The gorgeous colour in these peridot beads is further enhanced by the beautiful of the golden shadow Swarovski crystals and balanced by the precision of Japanese seed beads in gold.
Peridot occurs naturally in one color only. It is a form of Olivine, a mineral composed of magnesium and iron. It is unique in its specificity of colour and in this bracelet becomes the perfect gift for an August birthday.
A quartz and crystal 10 strand necklace repair. This necklace is one that can be worn to any occasion as done so by it’s owner, who says this is her favourite piece and she’s so happy it’s fixed.
Lovely cluster pearl necklace – 5 different shapes of fresh water pearls, (rice x2, potato, baroque & round), chalcedony faceted tear drops, Swarovski crystals in light rose and crystal AB, agate and glass pearls and more. SOLD but would love to make one just for you!
A custom set I crafted in Sterling Silver rings, chain & “blue shade” a very subtle blue Swarovski crystal. “Something borrowed, something blue.”
A custom made bracelet in pearls and clear seed beads with magnetic clasp for the mother-of-the-bridal with coordinating pearl earrings.
A beautiful pair of drop cluster earrings made to order from A-grade rainbow fluorite on sterling silver level back findings.
I did a few of these for the King Studio Tour this coming April 27th & 28th 2019. Pure copper wire on black Greek leather necklace.
Shown in bright copper (before it was antiqued) this horse head shawl or scarf will work with any knitted scarf or shawl. The “spear” is quite dull at the tip but good enough to go through knits.
This multistrand coral necklace needed to have the clasp remade and restringing. Blog post coming soon!
This is a beautiful black, cream, red, and crystal clear with a huge black crystal loop to hold the 4 strands into place. I love the colour combination and the vintage beads and design and enjoyed fixing it for a friend.
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More designs and Info
More about the Creative Eye in Richmond Hill
Beaded diamond motif cuff in Czech bead (turquoise and coral) with light blue and dark red Swarovski crystals.
The black crystal spiral designer weave bracelet!
SERVICES
Remodel / Recycling Beads.
Want to update the look of your costume jewelry? I can redesign your piece with your beads for a new and updated look so you can love it again!
Custom Jewelry Designs
Have an idea of what you want but don't have the time or inclination to make it yourself. I would love to work with you to create that gorgeous piece of your dreams - all at reasonable prices!
Repairs
If you are in need of a minor repair (like a busted ring or clasp) just ask. Most small repairs are done while you wait for a very small cost.
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Notes of Appreciation
Thanks again Trudy, for your lovely creation. I’m wearing it for several days now. You are patient and talented!
I gave my wife the bracelet you made in her favourite colours Thanks Trudy, she loved it! And it does fit perfectly. Job well done.
Thanks for the repair on my 4 strand beaded necklace. You did a splendid job bringing it back to it's original form. It was a favourite of mine for many years and now I can love it again.
My mother's pearls cost over $5000 when she bought them around 60 years ago. I don't know what they are worth now but I'm really glad I can wear them. Your affordable repair bill made it possible.
The bracelet you recommended was the perfect gift at this time in our relationship. She loved it! We will drop by your studio to have it resized. - Many Thanks.
I made a bracelet last Canada Day at your booth for my friend. You were so patient and made it easy and fun to create. Can't wait to make my next piece!
... we loved creating together, but I really love my "host gift". Will post a recommendation on Facebook! Thanks Trudy & gang!
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The Stats
(not all good)
Time Spent . . .
Want to know why some pieces cost a bit more than expected?
From inception to completion, it can take a great deal of time before items are ready to be sold and unless someone has specifically ordered a piece, it can take years before that item finds a home!
After completion, the piece must be prepared for sale including, pricing, photography, write-up, description, cataloging and listing online. Then there’s promotion. If it doesn’t sell online (most don’t) then it ends up in some future art show or other event. If it still doesn’t sell, then I cut the price in half and try again.
Now, I can hold on to items for years, and this rarely happens, but with some items, I will recycle the beads. When that item is deemed a definite “no sale” then it may even be taken apart if I see that the beads would sell in a different design. In this case, I loose the unrecoverable beading string, wire, thread, crimps and covers, jumprings, etc. as they cannot be recycled.
- Design the Item
- Purchase all supplies
- Weave the piece
- Test the design for strength & function
- Photograph, document, list online
- Sell
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News & Announcements
2020 Vendor’s Season
It’s February 27th 2020 and I’m in the midst of working on a few projects, volunteering on a few committees, and helping with some exciting new events coming to Richmond Hill for 2020. Here […]
Seasons Greetings 2019
2019 is almost at an end! It’s crazy how fast each year seems to go by – each year disappearing faster than the one before! I’m looking forward to what’s in store for 2020 […]
Richmond Hill Studio Tour 2019
It’s official, the Richmond Hill Studio Tour has released its 2019 line up of artists. Here is where you will find me: WHERE: Richmond Hill Center for Performing Arts with 4 other artists. WHEN: October […]