Weekend Inspiration

Inspiration comes from unexpected places. While browsing around in a second-hand store this weekend, I came across a necklace that intrigued me. I picked it up and put it down several times before deciding to add it to my basket.

It is very simple, yet elegant. It has elements of a symmetrical design with the randomness of asymmetry. Quite a striking mix of the two styles, I thought.

The only thing that I did not like about this necklace was the length. For myself, I'd like it to be a bit longer. I would extend the length of the chain coming from the clasp by an inch or so on each side to make it hang better/lower.

So, off to my favourite bead shop I went today to pick up the supplies to make something similar, perhaps a collection of them to sell in my Etsy shop. I've put in my order for small bronze rings from The Chain Mail Guy, along with some matching wire to string the stone beads with.

There will only be a couple of items left to get, bronze lobster clasps and the large decorative rings to hang the stones from. I can't wait to get the final components so I can get started!

See how the prototype turned out here.