CEN Studios, Carole Novak, jewelry designer, Gemstones Page

From the Earth - Gemstones

Below are some of my favorite new bead jewelry pieces. When deciding what to purchase, keep in mind you may change what you see to what you want. Just contact me with the changes.

	COLETTE Blue Goldstone Necklace contains: Man-made Blue Goldstone gemstones, Swarovski Crystal pearls in dark blue, tiny metallic glass seedbeads, TierraCast bar and ring silver-plated toggle clasp, the earrings have sterling silver earwires and Swarovski Crystal Pearls. Dark blue gemstones sell well so I wanted to design a dark blue necklace with a pendant. These man-made gemstones have a golden glitter which I just love. They look plain dark blue at a distance but as you move while wearing the necklace, others will see a hint of glitter. These gemstones will require a closer look by others. Blue Goldstone is a man-made glass with copper flecks creating a sparkling deep blue stone. Some speculate it was discovered by accident when alchemists were trying to create man made gold. They heated the glass to a high temperature and when it cooled the copper oxide changed into beautiful crystals that sparkled through the dark blue glass. Necklace - 0213N - 17.5in long - $29.00 Earrings - SOLD
	ROSE Rose Quartz Necklace and Earrings contain: Rose Quartz gemstones in two shapes, tiny silver-lined glass seedbeads, TierraCast tapered silver-plated toggle clasp, the earrings have sterling silver earwires. I wanted to design a simple, wearable Rose Quartz necklace with a twist. On the fine pewter Tierra Cast toggle I added Rose Quartz beads so that the toggle can be used in front. This change makes it very easy to put on and off. Because of the increase in cost of sterling silver I did not include sterling silver beads but instead used tiny, silver-lined glass seed beads to give a hint of color as well as sparkle. As usual the earrings do have sterling silver posts for wearing ease. Rose Quartz is a natural gemstone. Major sources are Brazil, India, Africa, Mexico. It is opaque to translucent. Madagascar has deposits of a transparent rose quartz which is very rare. It has a vitreous or glassy luster. Rose Quartz has been used as a gemstone for thousands of years and is a sign for love and beauty. Necklace - 0221N - 18.75in long - $29.00 Earrings - 0203E - $14.00
	ELVIRA Faceted Natural Red Agate Squares with Azurite Rounds Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings contain: faceted natural Red Agate squares, dark blue Azurite round beads, Swarovski Elements in Fireopal, sterling silver beads TierraCast antique silver toggle clasp the earrings have sterling silver earwires Natural Red Agate is a type of chalcedony gemstone and is translucent to opaque. Agate, itself is found all over the world, but natural Red Agate is found primarily in Brazil. Azurite is a soft, deep blue copper mineral produced by the weathering of copper ore, and it often occurs with malachite, chrysocolla or turquoise. Azurite is found in Australia, Mexico, Nambia, the southwestern USA, and Zaire. For thousands of years this gemstone has been used in jewelry. During the Middle Ages and Renaissance it was ground into pigment for use in paint and eye shadow. Necklace - 1059N - 18.5in long - $38.00 Braceket - 1059B - 8in long - $19.00 Earrings - 1059E - SOLD
	PATTY This Golden Zebra Jasper set includes: Golden Zebra Jasper gemstones, gold-plated beads, wire, toggle, and chain, The earrings have gold-filled leverbacks. Golden Zebra Jasper contains stripes of golden-brown on a background of white, gray or tan. It is mined in many places in the world. By the way, on this set I've started using a very high-quality gold-plated toggle. It has nice, large endcaps that will keep your jewelry securely in place. I have it in silver as well. The chain, too is a high-quality plated chain that should give years of service. Necklace - 1658N - 22in long - $38.00 Bracelet - 1658B - - $17.00 Earrings - 1658E - $16.00
	DANA Harmony Jasper and New Jade Necklace and Earrings: large Harmony Jasper diamond beads, small New Jade beads, ABS beads with silver plating, TierraCast toggle, Earrings have sterling silver earwires. To cut the cost of jewelry I am experimenting with ABS beads with gold and silver plating. Here I am using the small bicone beads as accents. Let me know how you like them. Harmony Jasper is new to me and comes in such a soft pale green color. It also has marble-like netting throughout. As a contrast in size I used tiny New Jade beads in a matching color. Remember, these are natural stones and no two are alike. Necklace - 1650N - 22in long - $36.00 Earrings - 1650E - $10.00
	JULIE Here Butter Jade is paired with Serpentine and freshwater pearls contrasted with Czech satin druk beads in a dark green color. A TierraCast Heirloom toggle completes the look. The earrings use silverplated leverbacks. Necklace - 1158N - 19 inches - $64.00 Bracelet - 1158B - 8.25 inches - $42.00 Earrings - 1158E - $14.00
	LILA Turquoise is my most requested gemstone and it is difficult to keep in stock. I've paired 14mm round turquoise gems with smooth amethyst and silverplated rounds. The earrings have sterling silver earwires. Necklace - 1296N - 18 inches - $34.00 Earrings - 1296E SOLD
	TERRY has three different gemstones in the pink to red family including carnelian, rhodonite and garnet. What a great combo! It's finished with a sterling silver magnetic clasp on the necklace and a sterling silver toggle on the bracelet. Necklace - 1070N - 25 inches - $88.00 Bracelet - 1070B - 7.25 inches - $27.00
	LILIAN is a silvertone chain necklace with large faceted amethyst nuggets and lobster claw clasp. Necklace - 1352N - 20 inches (shortest chain) - $34.00 Earrings - 1352E - $10.00
	MIRANDA is an asymmetrical necklace with Rose Quartz rounds, chips, and nuggets in a soft, beautiful pink. One side has a double row of gemstone chips and the other has the nuggets, pearls and rounds. The asymmetrical necklace adds interest to a simple outfit.The Earrings have sterling silver earwires. Necklace - 1228N - 18.5 inches - $39.00 Earrings - 1228E - $10.00

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Local Shopping with Carole

The Harford Artists' Association Gallery at Rockfield Manor - open all year.

St Francis de Sales Craft Show, Abingdon, Md - Nov 19 and 20 - sale pieces and Xmas items.

Festival of Trees at the Bel Air Md Armory, Nov 26 and 27 - a little bit of everything

John Carroll School Fundraiser for their Equestrian Program - Dec 3 - a little bit of everything.

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