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Just because you asked 
I found some pictures in my archives, so I don't have to wait for the weekend to post them here.
This is the one I had a silversmith make. It does not look like it from the picture, since there is some chain hanging in the back, but it is a sautoir length, pretty heavy too.
I found some pictures in my archives, so I don't have to wait for the weekend to post them here.
This is the one I had a silversmith make. It does not look like it from the picture, since there is some chain hanging in the back, but it is a sautoir length, pretty heavy too.
A few more necklaces I made.
the above is made with agata and silver filigree beads. These are two distinct necklaces, of different lengths, that can be joined to increase the number of turns around the neck, or make a very long sautoir. The larger silver rings are the clasps that can be joined together.
The one above (sorry for the dirty background...it is in the lab) is the reproduction of an Etruscan necklace (minus the toggle clasp)
This is made of bohemian crystal and gold filigree beads. I love the the gold and silver filigree beads, which I use quite often in my necklaces. Most of the necklaces I make are a single strand, which allows to use the necklace in multiple configurations.
This is sterling silver (sorry for the fuzzy blanket in the background!), with a rollo chain and "puzzle" pieces.
the above is made with agata and silver filigree beads. These are two distinct necklaces, of different lengths, that can be joined to increase the number of turns around the neck, or make a very long sautoir. The larger silver rings are the clasps that can be joined together.
The one above (sorry for the dirty background...it is in the lab) is the reproduction of an Etruscan necklace (minus the toggle clasp)
This is made of bohemian crystal and gold filigree beads. I love the the gold and silver filigree beads, which I use quite often in my necklaces. Most of the necklaces I make are a single strand, which allows to use the necklace in multiple configurations.
This is sterling silver (sorry for the fuzzy blanket in the background!), with a rollo chain and "puzzle" pieces.
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These are slightly better pictures, at least there is some H in the background!
The one above is a labradorite and burnt metal necklace. I am allergic to "fake" metal (even plated), and this is not one of my favorite to wear because my neck gets itchy. Unfortunately I could not find any silver beads that would give this look.
This is an unusual color combination for me. It is rose and smoky quartz, but it matches beautifully my Vif Argent pink scarf. In spite of what it looks like in the picture, the smoky quartz recalls the gray of the scarf.
This is one of my favorite. More labradorite (low grade, not very translucent and a lot of variations), and gold beads. The larger beads are reproduction of Etruscan beads, while the round ones have the Florentine pave' finish. The result is rather stunning. Due to the cost of the beads, though, This is only 28" (or 76cm), therefore it can be used mostly just as a long necklace (two turns are a bit tight).
Last one a gold rollo chain with Swarosky oxblood beads.
The one above is a labradorite and burnt metal necklace. I am allergic to "fake" metal (even plated), and this is not one of my favorite to wear because my neck gets itchy. Unfortunately I could not find any silver beads that would give this look.
This is an unusual color combination for me. It is rose and smoky quartz, but it matches beautifully my Vif Argent pink scarf. In spite of what it looks like in the picture, the smoky quartz recalls the gray of the scarf.
This is one of my favorite. More labradorite (low grade, not very translucent and a lot of variations), and gold beads. The larger beads are reproduction of Etruscan beads, while the round ones have the Florentine pave' finish. The result is rather stunning. Due to the cost of the beads, though, This is only 28" (or 76cm), therefore it can be used mostly just as a long necklace (two turns are a bit tight).
Last one a gold rollo chain with Swarosky oxblood beads.
Thank you dear Mindi. It's attacking Florida pretty hard. The waves were at 11 feet high near the coast this morning if I heard correctly.
Yes everything is lined up again. Thanks to Corde for great advices on how to alternate the trip. [emoji173]️[emoji173]️We will fly out on Saturday instead. I spent four hours on the phone yesterday and 75% were on hold. They cancelled all flights on Thursday...I could understand how busy the Airlines employees are this week to deal with hundreds of new reservations.
Now we managed to change flights,rental car, resort reservations, day care schedule, rescheduling on going remodeling work in my house... everything was taken caren care of except we lost our first class tickets on the way back. After confirming with United like a million times that they had me rebooked with the same class for both way in and way out, they managed dump all of us at the tail of the plane on the way back. That's ok not too bad. My husband decided to pay $350 to purchase the economy plus instead. So at least more leg room if not able to lay down with baby Louis. I don't mind sitting in coach seriously. It saves a lot. But this time I need the space to hold baby Louis in my lap for six hours.
You can blame PBP for asking about my necklaces.
(I have many more, these are only some of the pics I could dig out). I promise I won't post more...
These are fabulous! My favorites are the agate, oxblood and that beautiful silver piece that you had made. Lovely. Thanks for sharing!
Hi, Cremel! I don't remember where I found my avatar, but it looks like me.
Economy plus is a great relief and I hope you can travel in reasonable comfort. Since I avoid airlines food, first class does not have as much appeals in short flights (I may have a definition of "short flight" different from others, though...anything below 7 hours) but the legroom is essential. I hope everything works out for you! By Saturday everything should be back to normal.
Thank you, PocketBook Pup, Cremel and Genie27! you're all too kind and nice enough to humor me
It is something to do when by brain goes in overdrive.
Cremel
A couple of more thoughts for you. Local tv has been running lots of images of traffic on the interstate which is bumper to bumper. 1.5 million people evacuated. Those people may still be returning home when you are driving from the airport to your resort. Gas stations along the coast are all out of gas. To be safe, you should assume it is going to take a long time to get from the airport to the resort. You should try to keep your gas tank full. Every potty break, top off the tank. Make sure you have lots of food and drinks for all of you and maybe blankets.
If you are arriving late in the day, the roads may not be so crowded. This is Florida. We all turn in for bed at 8pm. With our cataracts, none of us can see to drive after dark. You might also want to look at the routes to the resort and pick one that has less time on an interstate and more time on local roads. I would expect them to be less crowded and have more functioning gas stations. I maybe wrong about that. But the downside could be that side roads could be more flooded. Hopefully your phone has a mapping system that shows where the heavy traffic is and where the problems are. If you are a AAA member, they may be able to give you advice on road conditions.
Here in west Florida, it is sunny and dry, but the air smells weird from the moisture of what is going on with Matthew. That is 150 miles away.
A couple of more thoughts for you. Local tv has been running lots of images of traffic on the interstate which is bumper to bumper. 1.5 million people evacuated. Those people may still be returning home when you are driving from the airport to your resort. Gas stations along the coast are all out of gas. To be safe, you should assume it is going to take a long time to get from the airport to the resort. You should try to keep your gas tank full. Every potty break, top off the tank. Make sure you have lots of food and drinks for all of you and maybe blankets.
If you are arriving late in the day, the roads may not be so crowded. This is Florida. We all turn in for bed at 8pm. With our cataracts, none of us can see to drive after dark. You might also want to look at the routes to the resort and pick one that has less time on an interstate and more time on local roads. I would expect them to be less crowded and have more functioning gas stations. I maybe wrong about that. But the downside could be that side roads could be more flooded. Hopefully your phone has a mapping system that shows where the heavy traffic is and where the problems are. If you are a AAA member, they may be able to give you advice on road conditions.
Here in west Florida, it is sunny and dry, but the air smells weird from the moisture of what is going on with Matthew. That is 150 miles away.