Assymetrical Beauty

If you look at jewelry offered at department stores you’ll notice that all of the designs are symmetrical.  If there’s a bead on the left side, then the same bead is on the same spot on the right side.  While there is nothing wrong with this design (many of my pieces are symmetrical), I think that there is more interest and beauty in designs that are assymetrical but still achieves a sense of overall balance.  This “assymetrical balance” can be challenging to obtain.  I know I spend more time pondering over my assymetrical necklaces so that it doesn’t lay or look off-kilter.  But I am often thrilled with the results.  The unexpected design lets others know that the piece of jewelry is unique and handcrafted (with love and care, of course). 

Spring Fever!

  

This winter has been such a long one.  I am dreaming of spring through my latest creations.  I bought some wonderful Czech glass beads this past weekend and came up with a great color combination: bright pinks, grassy greens, sparkly cream, and warm brass.  FYI, bright colors are the trend for the spring – not pastels.   I recently wore some of these pieces with a green shirt.  And you know what?   It did brighten up my mood and made me dig out my winter white coat in lieu of my usual dark brown one.  It goes to prove that a dose of color can change a person’s outlook, or at least make one pretend that spring is just around the corner.  Wishful thinking….