September 29, 2012
features vintage metal from drawer pull
In creating a statement necklace, one that takes many hours, I find inspiration takes interesting forms. I started out thinking I was going to go Art Nouveau, my favorite period of time for jewelry. The main focal features a cabochon that Gary Wilson created from a vintage drawer handle. I saw winter berries and knew I wanted to pair it with a stunning moss agate drop also from Gary Wilson.
moss agate
After I finished the pendant my husband happened to walk by and say it looked Western, something a cow girl would wear. I looked at and immediately saw what he was seeing through his eyes. Since I love that style, too I decided that I'd see where that led me on the neck strap.
Most of you reading my post on the dilemma of the neck strap were like me - wavering between feminine pearls and a more rugged look with the chain. Thank you for your input!
freshwater baroque pearls
I played around for a bit and ended up loving the end result. The chain is woven with the large baroque pearls as if with a ribbon and softens the chain enough, but gives some weight.
This morning I woke up and looked at it on the dress form and thought my gosh, it reminds me of our trip to Istanbul! So I guess this necklace took long enough to reach into my memories and entwine with my muse.
Embroideries at the Grand Bazaar, IstanbulSo I give you my Art Nouveau Cowgirl Boho Necklace called Winter Berries!
Winter Berries: bead embroidered statement necklace