Nothing says summer like wearing a beaded necklace on a hot day. They feel cool and comfortable and oils from the skin enhance the luster and beauty of the beads.

Faye is modeling a 16 inch necklace made of the semi precious earth gem, Silver Leaf Jasper. This necklace features a removable sterling silver leaf charm and sterling silver oxidized beads which echo the patterns in this elegant semi precious gem.

My interest in making jewelry started many years ago. On a hot summer day me, my young daughter and friends would sit together for the afternoon under the shade of a tree in our yard. A cold pitcher of lemonade was always on hand along with our favorite glass beads along with materials to make jewelry. The afternoon would pass pleasurably as we would compare and swapped beads, make jewelry, share stories, laughter and friendship. I’ve put glass beads aside and work with sterling silver and semi precious gems now. I still enjoy stringing beads outside on a hot day. This brings back those wonderful memories.

Click here if you’d like to see this Silver Leaf Jasper necklace on my Etsy shop.