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Saturday, February 19, 2011

Cafe-au-lait Mother of Pearl All Dressed Up!

The best natural (unbleached) Mother of Pearl is full of whirls and swirls of tone-on-tone earthtones--ranging from translucent to opaque, from pale cream to robust tan. I love the way it adds texture and depth to a Rosary, and I've used it again for this newly listed Carnelian- and Turquoise-accented bronze Rosary--




Although warm earthtones are the predominant tones in this unique Rosary, there's a subtle surprise in the Paters.  These brass beads were hand made in Nepal by local artisans, with rusty Carnelian inset top and back; but on the sides, the artisan inlaid just a touch of intense Turquoise for a surprising jolt of color that sets off the whole Rosary.
The Two Angels Crucifix is a perennial favorite, and the center is a Lily, a symbol of the Blessed Mother.
All in all, I think it came out well.
Check out the listing at http://www.etsy.com/listing/68420139/cafe-au-lait-mop-wire-wrap-custom-rosary
and remember--this cannot be duplicated; it is a one-of-a-kind Rosary, so if it is calling you, act quickly !
(By the way, these artisan beads were obtained through a Fair Trade exchange--that means the artist is being paid fairly for his work and not exploited, while encouraging a continuation of the local bead and jewelry-making community.)

For the afternoon, I'm dipping into my cache of natural Citrine faceted rondelles. I'm thinking of something in Sterling, with lots of bead caps...will keep you informed. I have a bright, sunny workroom and a lazy cat stretched out on the couch cushions and making small snoring noises. I'll make some iced coffee and turn on the classical station and enjoy a relaxed day--lounging robe, slippers, and all! Saturdays are the best!
all for now,
j

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