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Sterling silver necklace with cubic zirconias and freshwater pearls

by Tab

Tab says…

All beads/pearls from Limabeads!
This necklace measures 22 3/4" from end to end (opened). It was completely handmade by me with oxidized sterling silver. The pendant is a gorgeous wire wrapped, champaign colored cubic zirconia. This is framed with sterling silver, half round wire holding 3 more wire wrapped cubic zirconia drops. All of these cubic zirconias are very sparkley and stunning.
The chain of this necklace is made of ivory and rust colored freshwater pearls that have been connected rosary chain style.

Components:

oxidized_sterling_silver, cubic_zirconia, freshwater_pearls

Read the comments (or add your own)

On Jun 18, 2009 at 3:49 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:

your necklace is so cool and so very gorgeous! did you oxidize the silver wire yourself?
On Jun 18, 2009 at 4:19 pm #
Tab says:

Thank you! And yes, with a liver of sulfur solution.
On Jun 18, 2009 at 4:32 pm #
Matt says:

I fell in love with this piece when you uploaded it with one of your blog comments a while back.

Interested in selling it? This would look great on my wife.
On Jun 18, 2009 at 4:38 pm #
celestialdesigns says:

Great piece! I love what you did with the pendant.
On Jun 18, 2009 at 5:05 pm #
kitty mom says:

This is just beautiful – did you find the rosary beads?
On Jun 18, 2009 at 5:23 pm #
Chantel C says:

This is a really wonderful necklace!!
On Jun 18, 2009 at 5:26 pm #
Shannon aka Silly Chick says:

Oh Tab this is stunning! The pendant is killer!!! Has a very vintage look but really edgy at the same time!!! HOT HOT HOT!!!
On Jun 18, 2009 at 5:29 pm #
Sandy S says:

OOOh I like! I have tall skinny nieces that woild love this. Keep up the great work Tab!
On Jun 18, 2009 at 5:54 pm #
Alice P says:

Just beautiful! The colors are a perfect combination, but I especially like how they work so well with the oxidized silver.
Alice
On Jun 18, 2009 at 6:24 pm #
Anita QoG Funny Chick says:

Tab, this is GORGEOUS!!!! Love the wirework around the pendant!!
On Jun 18, 2009 at 6:43 pm #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:

Beautiful design. The whole concept just purrs together. I would want to purr if someone gave me this lovely piece.
On Jun 18, 2009 at 9:24 pm #
Silken Things Mavis says:

Interesting wire wrapped pendant, Tab!
The necklace is beautiful ~ you must get lots of comments on this piece of jewelry**
On Jun 18, 2009 at 10:58 pm #
Tab says:

Thanks everyone!
Matt, I have already sold two of these, I could certainly make another.
Kitty Mom, the ‘rosary’ beads are freshwater pearls from right here at lima beads.
On Jun 19, 2009 at 1:13 am #
Chicky D aka Debra says:

Absolutely fabulous, Tab!
On Jun 19, 2009 at 9:49 am #
Keri l says:

Do you oxidize your silver before or after you make your pieces? I love the oxidized look. You are very creative!!!
On Jun 19, 2009 at 12:10 pm #
seashellsally says:

Wonderful design. I can appreciate the work and creativity. So different from your other designs.
On Jun 19, 2009 at 3:38 pm #
Atomic Toad says:

I have been looking forward to seeing more of you here (I like your Fresh Picks). I’m glad you’re sharing. This is a brilliant piece.
On Jun 19, 2009 at 4:05 pm #
Cathy W says:

I LOVE this piece. It is just breathtaking! I love the color combination and the wirework!
On Jun 19, 2009 at 5:59 pm #
Dizzy Chick Lori Z says:

Fantastic, unique necklace! You are so versatile!
On Jun 22, 2009 at 6:36 pm #
DJluvs2bead says:

Hi Tab,
Love your color choices and use of CZ componants!
On Jun 23, 2009 at 12:59 am #
Tab says:

Thank you all so much!
Keri L, I patina my silver first with the liver of sulfur since doing it after may have a weird reaction with some stones or pearls. I think most of them would be fine but ya never know.
Seashellsally, My work that is mostly gemstones/pearls/etc are older peices from last year or so. Since I’ve finished college and don’t have my own kiln yet to fire clay, I’ve been taking my need to sculpt out on polymer clay, haha. I tent to just use gemstones as accents now since making my own beads is so satisfying for me.
On Jun 24, 2009 at 12:02 am #
Aprils Beaded Jewelry De says:

Oh my gosh… I have been in the “Vintage” mood lately and I love this necklace.
On Jun 24, 2009 at 3:21 am #
Gloria -Aussie chick says:

What a talented young person you are, I admire your dedication to your art.
On Jun 24, 2009 at 12:58 pm #
wendy says:

This is beautiful! Great job!
On Jun 26, 2009 at 10:03 am #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:

Hi Tab! I’ve seen this necklace a while back when you first posted it on another blog I think, and it really is quite gorgeous. Love it!!
On Jun 26, 2009 at 3:04 pm #
Johanne B says:

Tab… your work is so beautiful…
On Jun 26, 2009 at 7:37 pm #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:

Tab, don’t know how I missed this one – absolutely love the way you showcased the CZ! Wonderful wirework! I’ve patina’d copper, but haven’t tried oxidizing silver yet – now I’ll have to give it a try!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 6:42 pm #
Pearl550 says:

Beautiful !!!! Necklace Tab
On Jul 23, 2009 at 12:10 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

Outstanding necklace, Tab!!! Love the vintage look of this and the wirewrapping is great!
On Jul 25, 2009 at 3:44 pm #
Scrapy Lady says:

Your Necklace is beautiful. I’m just starting with jewelry making, I hope I’ll be able to make jewelry as nice as yours.

Thanks for sharing…