I like combining steampunk elements, such as gears and chain, with my own flair to create something unique. This necklace measures 18 inches and combines gold plated chain, copper rounds, silver plated rounds, copper Swarovski crystals, and metal gears in shades of antiqued gold, pewter, and copper. The gears are connected with jump rings in various sizes to tie the whole piece together.
I've been designing jewelry as a hobby for about 5 years. As a working mother of two small children, I find beading to be a wonderful way to relax and stay creative. My grandmother designed jewelry in her retirement years and when she passed away, left me with a lovely collection of her beads, which I use in most of my pieces in some form or fashion. It makes the pieces that much more special to me.
