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These peach “cushion cut” octagon glass jewels are new in my shop – and they are getting some wonderful attention. Girly? yes. Wearable? yes. And, well, they’re gorgeous.
This faceted octagon cut just looks classy, whenever I see it – and I’ve been seeing it a lot of places. It’s a wonderful bridal jewel, it’s beautiful for party jewelry, and it’s also wearable for work – it’s not huge and dangling. It’s just a pretty, sparkly gem – okay, glass gem – that’s perfect for DIY earrings.
Or gifts, of course 😉
Because, well, orange. Hyacinth orange, it’s called, and it is a gorgeous color, and sometimes you just want that vivid accent.
The stones are tiny – 4mm, or about 1/8″. The whole connector is about 7/8″ long. Terrific for an earring dangle (add a pretty jewel to the tiny ring on the bottom, and your earrings are complete) – or link stones for a bracelet or necklace.
Because sometimes, you want that vivid, lively, cheerful orange in your day!
This pretty teardrop style is very popular in my Etsy shop right now. They’re about 1″ long – big enough to have real presence but not super heavy – and they have lovely sparkle. And a little extra something…
These are just some of the colors that are available – and the really fun part is that you can choose the color of those tiny rhinestones at the top. I show crystal (sparkly clear ones) mostly here – but you’ve got lots of choices, and there’s a drop-down menu on each listing so you can specify what color you want.
It’s a great way to tailor your jewelry to truly match your outfit – or maybe your bridesmaid dresses 😉
Because emerald is always flattering – much easier to wear than, say, olivine green (which I think is tangy and interesting and wonderful). But these emerald glass jewels? Rich and classic – and gorgeous. And: teardrops, because this is the most feminine wonderful shape.
And of course, it’s a Christmas color. Your earrings can be holiday(ish) and still be gorgeous! If, you know, you aren’t in the mood for Little Elf or candy cane jewelry to wear with your new LBD: velvet, long-sleeved, vee-neck (front AND back) dress.
Add earwires and your earrings are done. There’s enough fuss and frazzle in the world: make your DIY, fabulous, expensive (looking) earrings be easy.
Plus: May birthstone. Just in case you need to know that 🙂
The faceted rhinestone shape called “cushion cut” is one of the hottest trends I’m seeing lately. This octagon with rounded corners is appearing on high-end and trendy jewelry – and such a classy style!
These measure about 1/2″ x 1/2″ – a great size to add sparkle every day, without being too much. Of course the siam red color is perfect for holidays and Christmas.
I also have classic crystal (clear) stones available in my Etsy shop, as well as black diamond – and other colors on the way. These make great DIY earrings – check them out!
This is a pretty, almost petite jewel set – perfect for a bridesmaid or whenever you want just a hint of sparkle 🙂
See what I mean? These glass jewels aren’t loud or in-your-face. They’re delicate and lovely. The oval pendant is just 3/4″ x 1/2″ – perfect on a delicate chain, maybe with a small added cluster of pearls or sparkling little beads. The earring jewels are sweet teardrops, just 5/8″ long.
You can wear these anytime – and dress them up or down. This is just the kind of thing to make for yourself or a gift – it’ll go with everything.
Yes, they’re available in my Etsy shop 🙂
One of the prettiest new combinations in my Etsy jewelry supplies shop! These glass jewels make perfect Do-it-Yourself earrings for hmm….. your bridesmaids? Your homecoming dance? Just because?
Yeah, that’s the ticket. Just because. Add a pair of earwires and you’re good to go. And they cost you less than $5.00. And you can have them set in golden or patina brass, too. So: easy to use, inexpensive, and available in other colors for that matter. If you ever wondered why to DIY – well, that’s why.
Plus – pretty, girly, feminine. Those are good reasons too 🙂
P.S. Sapphire blue – September birthstone – just sayin 🙂
This glass (rhinestone) jewels set has been super popular lately – I think because it’s a rich color that looks good year round, and it probably doesn’t hurt that amethyst is the ‘color of love’ 🙂
And hey. Beautiful vintage jewels in an easy-to-use pendant and earring jewels set – add a chain, add earwires, and you’re good to go? This is a win!
Yes they’re available in my Etsy jewelry supplies shop. But you knew that 🙂
Since I saw that fabulous wedding gown (see previous post), I couldn’t resist showing you these pretty jewels – they’re perfect for a bride!
Of course they’d be lovely for other occasions but there are a couple of reason I think particularly of weddings. One of course is the beautiful sparkling crystal navette jewels Second: the low cost. Both those aspects are particularly attractive when you’re planning your wedding 😉
The third main reason is that this lovely feminine shape and size will sparkle beautifully – but they’re not large and heavy. They’ll be comfy and they won’t compete with your gown. Or with you.
And you should be the star of your wedding – not your jewelry. I’m a jewelry designer and I sell jewelry supplies and I’m serious. You = the star. Your wedding. That’s the way it ought to be!
Well okay, these are not post earrings, yet. They are the classic rhinestone octagon jewels that will be post earrings as soon as you add the posts. But come on, that’s just a detail 🙂
Even if you (usually) like chandelier, dangling earrings, there are times when you want a small, comfortable earring that sits there quietly and still looks fabulous. Maybe you’re having a Serious Meeting (with conservative types). Or meeting your (possibly conservative) in-laws. Or you just don’t want your earrings hanging down while you chop firewood for your cabin. (Hey! guy in the back! women can cut firewood, you know.)
My point? find some earring posts and some jewelry glue (use the good stuff). Add posts to these flat-back settings. You will have created a simple, classic pair of earrings that will be in style for approximately 40 centuries. (Yes I’m exaggerating, except I’m not because these will always be in style.)
Seriously. Always.
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