Tanya Lochridge

Maybe they are leaves…maybe they are petals of a flower or maybe they are small waves in St. John. I see them all when I look at these silver-lined lampwork glass beads. Chameleons of sort, at one angle they are a lovely shade of aqua and then change their position and they have a lilac hue to them. Clear crystal quartz (aka rock quartz) long faceted rectangles add just the right flash while the blush rose color of the button baroque freshwater pearls make it all very lady-like…in a good way. Perfect for that tea party…or wedding. If that wasn’t enough, Czech Jablonex faceted clear round beads make the perfect companion for the others at the party. As you know, most of my designs are bold – this one, however, in my mind is petite. Well, maybe I should say “less-bold?” It will get noticed when you wear it – but that’s a good thing, right? Fits at 7 ¼”, 8” and 8 ½” – closing with a sterling silver 3-loop toggle clasp. The three-strand design gives the bracelet substance, which puts just the right amount of weight on the toggle – I know, I know…it’s a bit of an engineering feat – but the weight of the strands makes the toggle secure. I think you’ll agree that anyway you look at it – it’s downright lovely! Did I mention the beads that dangle from the toggle links as “charms?” Looks really interesting layered with #0400. You can opt for the sterling silver dragonfly if that strikes your fancy - about one inch long, cast three dimensional, made in the USA and very whimsical. The colors of this bracelet make me think of dragonflies and fairies. So I decided to give you the chance to add it if you wanted some whimsy in your life. Made in the USA of imported components. From the Tanya Lochridge Jewelry Trunk Show Collection.