Floating beads necklaces and earrings

A few weeks ago I was feeling a little stressed.  I can’t even remember what about now!  To snap myself out of it I pulled out a good selection of beads and started playing around, seeing what went together.  I’m telling you, it’s a better cure for stress than chocolate, especially as it doesn’t contain calories!

I thought I’d give jewellery making a try as my lovely friend Rachel over at Little Koo keeps inspiring me to give it a go.  These didn’t come out as good as hers but I’m happy with them nonetheless – both sets have gone as gifts already.  (A birthday gift and a secret santa gift).  It is lovely to be able to give something unique!

Centre square and snakeskin beads

I like how the earrings match but aren’t too same-y.  My favourite beads were the cut-away snakeskin ones – they shouldn’t be classy but I think they work!

Putting these together wasn’t as difficult as I thought.  I’ve now added a new set of pliers, cutters and more beads to my Christmas wish list!  By which point my elbow will be all healed and I can get on with making some more. :)

Olive tones jewellery set