What are Swarovski Crystal Pearls

Swarovski Crystal Pearls are perfect imitations of natural pearls. Each Swarovski Pearl begins with a crystal sphere that gives the pearl its ideal weight, hence the name Crystal Pearl. Then, each Swarovski Pearl bead is uniformly coated with iridescent, mother-of-pearl like layers. The even coating combined with the crystal base of the pearl beads give them a luminosity and luster similar to that of real pearls.

As with natural pearls, Swarovski Crystal Pearls adjust to skin temperature.  These pearls are abrasion-proof, resistant to perfume, perspiration, electroplating, UV light and scratches. They can be washed and dry cleaned.

It is over a decade since Swarovski first introduced these beautiful crystal pearls and they continue to add new colours each year.  A sample chart can be seen below.

Some of our Swarovski Crystal Pearl items (these can be made in any colour on the chart):

Crystal Black Pearl

Crystal Tahitian Pearl

Crystal Coral Pearl

Crystal Cream Pearl

Showcasing Another Designer

This week I came across Pixie Willow Designs on Flickr.

I must admit, I wasn't really a lover of lampwork beads until I came across this designer.  The colours, the artistry, the talent are just amazing!

To see more beautiful creations by this designer:

Pixie Willow Designs on Flickr

The Week In Review

Album of the week:

The White Collection

Some Sales:

New Items:

Other:

We start a new month in regards to our monthly competition.

Kerry announced her June project – seed bead daisy chain bracelet.

That's a Wrap!

What is TURQUOISE

Turquoise is an ancient gemstone.  It is highly regarded due to its unique turquoise-blue colour, and is the only gemstone to have an exclusive colour named after it.

The word turquoise dates to the 16th century and is derived from an Old French word for "Turkish", because the mineral was first brought to Europe from Turkey from the mines in historical Khorasan Province of Persia

Turquoise can come in different shades of blue or green, and is commonly veined or mottled with brown or black oxides or a sandstone base. The best colour in Turquoise is solid, deep turquoise-blue.

It is said that Turquoise

·         tones and strengthens the entire body

·         aids with tissue regeneration

·         aids circulation, the lungs, and the rest of the respiratory system

·         vitalizes the blood and nervous system

·         enhances meditation

·         boosts creative expression

·         brings peace of mind, emotional balance, communication, friendship, and loyalty

Some of our items featuring Turquoise:

Our Week In Review

Markets:
We attended the Edwardstown Football Club Ladies Night and had a stall.  Thank you everyone for your kind comments and your purchases and to the Edwardstown Football Club for having us at their event.

Some Sales:

New Items:

Other:

We announced our first monthly competition winner, the winner for May 2012.

That's a Wrap!

May 2012 Competition Winner

We have a winner for May 2012.

The entrant pictured below has won a $20 Bead Inspired Gift Voucher.  Congratulations!

We are now running June's competition.  If you'd like to be in the random draw for June's $20 gift voucher, send a photo of yourself wearing some Bead Inspired jewellery to luckyme@bigpond.net.au any time until the 30th June 2012.  We'll upload it to our blog and you'll then go in the running for this month's prize.

Good luck!

Bead Inspired