No, I'm not going crazy and attempting to use rosebuds in my jewelry. Though, that gives me an idea about pressing small flowers and encapsulating them in resin...
Ahem. Pardon my random trains of thought. :)
BUT--continuing on the upcycling trend, I've made a new set of earrings that follow an elegant vibe.
Version 1--Long Elegance
This pair of earrings was the starter piece of the collection. It started out as a project for a "bunch"-type earring, but when the beads just didn't lay right, I tore everything apart again and reconstructed them from the beginning. And voilá--a new kind of elegance! Long, delicate and prim & proper, these can be worn to church, prom or any dress-up function. The texture of the rose paper makes these pop and will be certain to gain compliments. They almost bring back memories of Grandma's old trunk full of jewelry.
Version 2 - Cheeky Elegance
This pair of the collection was a spin-off of the original "Long Elegance" earrings. Adding a whimsical silver and several pearls to the mix, the beads were shortened to allow the pearls to bounce the eye down the earrings and end at a full-bodied rose texture that still spells "formal".
Version 3 - Playful Elegance
An ode to the original starter idea for this collection, this pair of earrings stars two altered grape-bunch clusters of rose paper beads and pearls, and a large freshwater pearl balances in the middle of each to give it that final touch. The chunky silver beads on the ear wires gives it that playful note, while the rose texture and pearls keep the feminine side alive.
All of these compose the Rose Blush Collection. You can visit my Etsy site (see the link on the side toolbar) to view more pictures and purchase any of this set.
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