Clear and Smokey Quartz Nugget Set

For this handmade beaded necklace and bracelet set, I used semi-precious gemstones.  I like different, and felt I could create a unique piece using the large quartz nuggets. 

Using the large quartz nuggets and some medium green agate nuggets, I wanted to create a focal for both the necklace and bracelet.  Then I found these wonderful sterling spacer beads that added some depth between the agate and quartz nuggets.

Originally I was going to string the whole necklace and bracelet with the quartz nugget, green agate and silver spacer beads.  Turned out that just seemed way to much, so I looked for something that would size down the pieces.

I found some grey/green serpentine tubes, that pulled all the colors together. Between the grey/green serpentine I strung some wee little sterling silver round beads between the serpentine tubes.  I love the way the serpentine played off the colors of the quartz and agate.  Let me know your opinion by leaving a comment.

I never would have thought I could create anything, my mother was always the creative one in our family.  I am having such fun creating different and unique pieces of jewelry that my husband has been calling me a 'junkie' (bead junkie that is).

Would you purchase this quartz nugget set if you saw it somewhere on sale?  What kind of price would you be willing to pay?

I would love to hear from you.  Critiques, comments and even questions about any of the handmade custom jewelry posts are welcome.

Have a wonderful Day!!

Pearl Beaded Bracelet

Multi-Strand Pearl and Glass Beaded Bracelet

This is one of the first handmade beaded bracelets I created using bead wire. The majority of the bracelets I had made up to this point I used stretch cord to string the beads onto. I like the idea of one size fits all.

I used some beads from a necklace that I had which broke when I wore it once. I had saved the beads all this time thinking I would find someone to repair it for me.

Little did I know that I actually would be the one to create custom beaded jewelry with the beads. The pearls are dyed a peacock color that will take on whatever color is being worn. It is really cool to see the pearls turn a green shade when you are wearing green, or a purple when that color is being worn.

I try to make all the jewelry I create unique, one of a kind pieces and with this bracelet I used some glass beads to mix it up a bit. The pearls and glass weren't enough alone, so I added a strand of silver tube beads which makes it look like a silver chain when worn.

I welcome any and all opinions, comments and critiques. Let me know what you think of this pearl beaded bracelet.

Contact me

If you would like more information on any of the custom beaded jewelry you see, please contact me via email at

beadingbyTricia -at- gmail.com

Be sure to use the correct symbol so your email is certain to reach me.

Thanks a Bunch...............Tricia

Black and White Beaded Choker

BLACK AND WHITE CHOKER

For this piece I wanted to create a beaded necklace that would be both casual and classy at the same time. I also wanted it to go with just about anything.



Here is what I did: I used black obsidian chips for the 'chain' part of the necklace, and the focal is white howlite and lava beads. When I completed it and tried it out, something just didn't seem to click.



So I shortened it up a bit, to make it a choker length. Wallah, that did the trick, casual yet classy and it can be worn with just about any outfit you may have.



There are so many different gemstone beads and I am having lots of fun mixing gems and working them together in jewelry I am creating. Being I have only been creating jewelry for a little less than 6 months, I value any and all opinions.

Please leave a comment and let me know what you think of this black and white beaded choker.

Multi-Strand Bead Necklace

MULTI-STRAND GLASS BEAD NECKLACE

For this multi-strand bead necklace I was playing with colors. Using teal, green, purple and transluscent glass seed beads in different shades, the the colors play off each other wonderfully.

This one probably took over 4 hours to create mainly because of the small size of the glass beads, but it was fun to finally finish this piece. Since I started making beaded jewelry, I have been looking at jewelry other gals are wearing and getting my inspiration from them.

My friend told me multi-strand bead necklaces are very difficult to get just right, especially for a beginner (like myself), I decided to try, just to see for myself how 'hard' it would be, and ... wallah....this is the multi-strand bead necklace I came up with.

This is actually 9 different bead strands, how is that for a multi strand bead necklace? I didn't think this was that difficult, just a bit tedious with the tiny glass beads I used. I am having so much fun creating different pieces and learning more and more about beading. I am also excited to hear your comments and opinions about my pieces.

So tell me what you think about this multi-strand bead necklace, I welcome and would love to hear your opinion.

Welcome to Tricia's Treasures

My First Creations

These are a few of my very first creations. The pieces on both the right and left in the picture are made with blackstone chips and glass spacer beads.

The necklace and earrings in the middle I created with leaf shell beads, bronze metalic beads and glass beads.

I am trying to create pieces that are extremely unique and different that women will want to wear.

I am planning on showcasing a piece of jewelry on each blog post and I welcome any and all comments, opinions, and critiques you may have.

Thanks for your input! Tricia