Showing posts with label Moss Agate. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Moss Agate. Show all posts

Tuesday, 29 May 2012

Holly & Ivy

Moss Agate & Carnelian
I know with the sweltering heat we've been experiencing, this may seem like a strange time to bring out a christmas-inspired set, but here we go. I particularly love the earrings, the drop-style nuggets of moss agate fall prettily from the wire, while the vibrant orange carnelian stones are reminiscent of bright, juicy berries.


Monday, 30 April 2012

Mother Earth

Nature-inspired green and brown tones can be easily dressed up or down, and transcend seasons and trends to become a versatile addition to any wardrobe.

Green jasper & Brown zebra jasper:
Simple round beads of different sizes work well together on this drop necklace and bracelet set. The drop pendant adds added interest without requiring a separate large pendant bead. Jasper is lovely to use in the summer as it is a lighter gem than many others, making great beach jewellery.


Moss Agate & Picture jasper:
This pretty set is a contrast of colour, shape and texture: the picture jasper nuggets have an opaque, matt finish, and remind me of driftwood. Moss agate varies greatly in hue across the green spectrum, and some gems are opaque while others are partially transparent and have pretty, moss-like inclusions. They are polished to a glass-like finish that reflects light beautifully. I particularly like the earrings in this set, as the nugget shape drops hang nicely and give a very different look compared to regular bead shapes.