New Shop Additions for August 31, 2025

Today, I finally listed several new pieces I've recently made. I have been trying to increase my earring selection, but couldn't resist making a necklace too. I discovered carabiner clasps a while back and haven't really been able to incorporate them into more than one or two designs. 

This necklace took some time to design mostly because I was determined to use one of the clasps! I always seem to spend quite a bit of time arranging and rearranging components, and while the end result seems simple, this was one of my more difficult pieces, trying to balance the utilitarian carabiner clasp as a focal and also blending it into an elegant design. 

I originally envisioned a choker, but at 18 inches, I think it hangs nicely and is probably more versatile than traditional choker length. The blue Czech glass beads are separated by very pale golden lampwork glass beads, and I think the pairing with thicker chain works.

Blue Czech Glass Bead Asymmetrical Necklace 

 

  

 

My latest listings can always be found in the New! section of my shop: New!

I love feedback. What do you think about carabiner clasps or using clasps as focal points in necklaces? Let me know and stay tuned for more!

Art Deco Turquoise and Gold Pendant Necklace

New shop listing! I finally got around to taking photos and listing the necklace I made last weekend. I used tiny natural turquoise beads along with red coral tube beads that I purchased from Intrinsic Trading Co, which is a local bead store not too far from where I live. I am clearly obsessed with the red and turquoise combo! This is longer than some of my recent designs at about 26 inches on stainless steel chain. As almost all of my necklaces, the clasp is a hook clasp handcrafted by me. 

The cool pendant was part of a bead box subscription I've been getting for a few years now. I go back and forth whether to keep it or not. I will say I enjoy opening it and seeing what surprises are included. However, I don't use the majority of the beads and components and they end up just piled in a box. Occasionally, I remember, or think I remember, something that might work for a current project and spend an hour or so opening all the bags and looking through them all again. I am torn between the pros and cons, and it works out about even, so I continue to keep the subscription, and if I only use a thing or two, it ends up worth it.

Back to the necklace. I have been on a dainty chain necklace with charms kick lately and this is no exception. It is still hot where I live, so it's a struggle to think about accessorizing for autumn yet. I do love the autumn color palette the most, and not going to lie, my eyes wander to those deep rich hued mookaite, carnelian, agates, and jasper beads. I just can't seem to think about wearing anything heavy around my own neck, so it makes it hard to envision a design.

This versatile necklace could be worn with pretty much anything from denim to a little black dress. It makes a great gift for a jewelry lover in your life or for yourself.

Art Deco Turquoise and Gold Pendant Necklace

 

I am still trying to figure out how to best use this blog, but for now, I think I will use it to focus on new listings and go a little more in-depth. We'll see how that continues. Please stay tuned!

 

Dainty Gold Necklaces

 I often find myself going through phases with my jewelry making. I will gravitate toward certain colors or sometimes a bead shape. Recently, I have wanted to make minimalist charm necklaces. I feel like it isn't really making just hanging a charm onto chain, so I like to figure out how to put my own spin on it. These look simple, and they are, that is the point, but there was a design process involved, even before I received the supplies. I shop carefully, as we all do these days, I think, and generally only buy something that inspires an idea or two.

 I made these necklaces last weekend and they are listed in the shop as of today. They are light and perfect for summer, or they could be layered with other necklaces. For more information, visit the listings below.

Golden Sunburst Necklace

 Cubic Zirconia Vine Necklace 

Obviously, I am still struggling with photography, and I talk about that in my other blog: https://mieloabelo.com/photos-a-struggle-for-online-shops/

Thank you for taking the time to visit my shop and read this blog! Feedback is always welcome!