June introductions of new handmade beaded jewelry.
Tracy’s latest designs include 2 stunning necklaces containing red coral. One uses a lot of Bali silver along with some large turquoise chunky nuggets. The other includes beads marketed as gold coral.The color actually looks more like light brown than gold.

Red Coral and Turquoise Necklace Large nuggets of turquoise and bright red genuine coral. Bali silver beads and teardrop add interest. Wear it as a bright focal point. #1036 Unique Red Coral and Turquoise Necklace $69.50

Red White and Gold Coral Necklace Large red coral beads and white coral chips. Unusual brown coral with gold chatoyancy. #1037Red and White Coral Necklace $49.75

I found some beautiful genuine sapphire beads at a recent bead show. They are from one of my favorite sellers. He gave me a great price which I am passing on to my customers. I have included Bali sterling silver beads in the necklace. This necklace features 2 strands of sapphires in the front where they will show. The back is liquid sterling silver with a few sapphire rondelles.

Dark Blue Sapphire Necklace A 2 strand beaded genuine sapphire necklace. Bali sterling silver beads. Sparkling little faceted rondelles. #453 Handmade Sapphire Necklace $109.50

From the same seller.These sunstone drops are a nearly transparent orange red. Most have a chatoyant sheen when light hits them. You can see little specks in some of the drops.

Handmade Sunstone Necklace Shimmering red orange sunstone teardrops hang from a gold necklace.Tiny sparkling inclusions within the beads Wear it with any shade of brown or beige and many other colors. #445 Beaded Sunstone Necklace $49.75

This ambronite is a nice translucent golden yellow. I am not sure what it is. The name is being used to market the beads. My research for ambronite gave me 2 different gemstones. Yellow jasper which is usually opaque and looks quite different. It might be yellow jade, but the name jade has been misused to market many lower priced gemstones. So why call jade by an unknown trade name like ambronite? Whatever it is, I like it.

Ambronite and Lapis Lazuli Necklace Golden translucent ambronite. Medium blue lapis cubes as spacers. Looks nice with navy blue. #400 Handmade Ambronite Necklace $46

Seraphinite is a little known unusual dark green gemstone with silvery white inclusions. I found some vintage German crystal with intentional white inclusions. I was told that these beads were made about 1960. The German maker was copying a design with similar white inclusions used by Swarovski in the 1950s. I like the similarity between the white in the green and crystal beads.

Seraphinite and Vintage Crystal Necklace Both the seraphinite gemstones and German crystal have feathery white inclusions. German crystal is a 1960s version of a 1950s Swarovski crystal bead. Dark forest green that can be worn with many colors. #449 Seraphinite Gemstone Necklace $52

These unusual emerald beads came from a local supplier that I have used for more than 15 years. Inclusions make the beads opaque. I am not sure what all the inclusions are. The brown is probably matrix, the rock that held the emerald crystal. There are little sparkling dots from a mineral.

Opaque Genuine Emerald Necklace Beautiful green emerald color combined with other dark colors and some inner sparkle. Genuine emerald beads also include a mixture of other materials, probably the matrix rock that held the crystal, maybe some other minerals. #450 Handmade Emerald Necklace $55

Find out more about our online jewelry store. See the home page. handmade beaded jewelry .org

Jewelry Designed To Be Worn

Isn’t all jewelry designed to be worn?
Yes and No

Some pieces of jewelry are designed as beautiful works of art. They can stand alone and look great in a photo or display case.
They may be designed to showcase the designer’s talent or win a contest .
If worn, this type of necklace needs a specific top (usually black or white) with the proper neckline to show it off. It will be an eye catching focal point.

Other jewelry needs to be worn to emphasize its beauty. It may not stand out in a show case or web page with other jewelry. The combination of the necklace with nice clothes will be beautiful.

Our website offers elegant, simple, single color and neutral color jewelry to wear with different outfits.
Many of our beaded necklaces can be worn with bright color clothes or print fabrics.
You can find large chunky beads or dainty small beads in short or long lengths.
We also offer necklace extenders.

Our collections are not limited to simple designs. We include jewelry using combinations of pretty hues to wear with neutral color clothes.

Browse through our website to see a variety of designs.

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New Beaded Necklace Introductions for Spring and Summer

Rhodochrosite Necklace This necklace uses different shapes of rhodochrosite gemstone beads in a pastel plain pink. Pink pearls and rose quartz add alternate textures. White pearls and rock crystal quartz create contrast. Bali silver completes an elegant look. Rhodochrosite and Rock Crystal Necklace Mostly soft pink rhodochrosite with very little banding. Wear it with darker rose or wine or many pastel color clothes. Nice with navy or black. #1035 Rhodochrosite and Rock Crystal Necklace $63
Lemon Chrysoprase Necklaces Lemon Chrysoprase is a trade name. This gemstone is actually magnesite.
Lemon Chrysoprase Necklace Yellow green opaque chrysoprase combined with little white beads. Wear it with dark green, navy, or most pastel color clothes. #418 Lemon Chrysoprase and White Necklace $36	Lemon Chrysoprase and Black Onyx Necklace Yellow green chrysoprase on a beaded black onyx necklace. Stunning with a black top.Wear it with other pastel colors. #419 Lemon Chrysoprase and Black Onyx Necklace $39.50
Matte Black Onyx and Bali Silver Necklace The Bali beads are handmade sterling silver.Their art deco type designs on a black background add an antique look. Long Matte Black Onyx Necklace The matte finish makes it more conservative than the typical polished look. Bali silver adds interest. Can be worn with any color clothes in any season Available by request in a shorter length. #338 Matte Black Onyx Necklace $61.25

Do you have a new outfit? Looking for jewelry to match? Here are some tips
for finding the right color.

Have you had these problems when try to find a perfect color match?
Photos are not always accurate. Computer screens are not always accurate.
Look for descriptions of the jewelry colors with our thumbnail photos.

Beads are available in many colors, but the selection of fabric dyes available
for clothing manufacturers is greater. New season colors may be a repeat of
an old color, but the hue is slightly different. A perfect match may be impossible.

Try one of these solutions:
1. Use a lighter or darker shade of the same color. It will blend without looking
like a mismatch. Here are examples:

lime green – olive
sage green – forest green
aqua or turquoise – teal blue
pure sky blue – navy or royal blue
orchid – reddish purple
lilac or periwinkle blue – bluish purple
pink – wine

2. Use a contrasting color. It can create a focal point. Yellow or navy blue
can be worn with many colors.

3. Multi color beads that include a small amount of the clothing color. An
imperfect match will be less obvious.

4. The easiest solution is to use neutral color beads. Black, gray, white,
off white, brown, tan can be worn with any color.

Look for the color you need. Use our gemstone color index or bowse the Swarovski
Crystal, Glass, Seed Bead, Pearl , or Wood categories.

Did you ever get dressed and then discover that none of your jewelry looks right with your outfit?
What should your jewelry collection include?
Buying quality jewelry that will not go out of style is a good investment. It should be the basis of your collection. Then add a few trendy pieces. Beaded jewelry has a long history and offers a wide variety of styles, colors, and materials.

Necklace suggestions:
Neutral Colors that can be worn with any color clothes, simple styles, the most important
Black – onyx, black agate, hypersthene
Off white – fossil or coral
White – pearls, moonstone
Gray – hematite, agate
Brown – smoky quartz, pietersite, obsidian, jasper,or wood,
Crystal – quartz, Swarovski,

Short and Long Lengths
Lengths that are best for your low and high clothes necklines.
Necklace extender that will be longer than the inch afforded by adjustable clasps.
Matching bracelets or necklace sets that extend length

Dressy or Casual Styles
Faceted beads for sparkle
Plain beads for most occasions
Casual materials – wood

Your Favorite Colors
Simple single color necklaces
Take an inventory of your closet. Choose a few colors that can be worn with many of your clothes.
Gemstones are a good choice. The definition of gemstone says it all: beautiful, durable, valuable.

Yellow – citrine, amber, agate, calcite
Dark blue – lapis, sodalite, dumortierite, sapphire, spectrolite, iolite, teal apatite
Light blue – turquoise, aquamarine, chalcedony, apatite, hemimorphite, amazonite, blue lace agate, tanzanite, topaz
Green – peridot, jade, emerald, quartz, malachite, prehnite, serpentine, agate, jasper, green garnet, rhyolite, aventurine
Red – coral, garnet, ruby, jasper, agate
Orange – carnelian, sunstone
Purple – amethyst, lepidolite, sugilite
Pink – rhodochrosite, rose quartz, rhodonite,
Tourmaline, spinel, sapphire, fluorite, jasper, agate are available in many colors
These are only a few of the many beautiful gemstones that are available. They can be found in a wide range of colors and prices.

After you have acquired the basics, buy a few unusual items: multiple strands, large beads, stones with interesting patterns in them, unusual colors, attractive combinations of colors or materials. There are many beautiful designs that are truly works of art. Always choose a necklace that will look great on you. Make sure it can be worn with the type of clothes you have.

Earrings
Follow the same suggestions as for necklaces.

Basic silver and gold earrings are a must.

If you like to have earrings that match your necklace, buy them at the same time. The same kind of beads from a different source may not match. Natural materials or handmade beads are not exactly alike. Swarovski crystal is the exception. Genuine Swarovski with the same color name will usually match. The beads are machine made using precise quality control.

Bracelets
Do you wear bracelets that coordinate with other jewelry?
If you want a braceelt to match perfectly, follow the same suggestions as buying matching earrings.
Look for a bracelet that has a clasp identical to the necklace. You can attach them together to make a longer necklace.

Do you prefer to wear a bracelet without other jewelry?
Choose designs that will be comfortable.
Avoid beads or dangles that can catch on things or snag clothing.

Look for a clasp that will be secure on your moving arm. Some styles that fasten easily will also unfasten easily.

When choosing a bracelet length, notice the width of the beads. Large beads will take more space and sit farther from your arm than small beads. You will need a slightly longer bracelet.

Remember whenever you shop for jewelry. If you can’t or won’t wear it, even the most beautiful design is worthless. Choose practical designs that will look good on you.

Look for links to gemstones or colors at the bottom of any page.
Browse through the categories. Look for matching earrings and bracelets with the necklaces.

At a cancer benefit jewelry show for Stewart’s Caring Place, Nancy was interviewed by Diana Ray for the television show, The Art of Living.  Watch this video of Nancy showcasing handcrafted jewelry that she and her daughter made.

No two pieces are the same!