Always open to new artistic directions, Kathi builds this collection of original designs with the spirit of "jewelry, as art to wear" . . . . . . revealing her energy, vitality and joie de vivre. From simple chokers to ornate "statement" pieces, youll see a wide array of beads, stones and findings presented in an unexpected and refreshing manner
Centered with a very uniquely colored lampwork glass bead with swirls of metallic
blue-gray-green, this choker has been designed with eight carved red aventurine barrels
(this stone is more of a peach shade, never red), carved hematite and sterling and is
finished with a Bali sterling clasp and extender chain.
The earrings are coordinating metallic lampwork glass with Bali sterling wires and sell for $39
$125 #439-N
A lovely and feminine collar of delicately cut petals of mother of pearl are spaced and finished
in the back with beautiful soft pink baroque pearls. It is held with a sterling clasp and
extender chain. A piece that will certainly be noticed and remembered, it is just understated
enough to whisper, “there goes a lady with style”.
Coordinating double strand pink pearl bracelet with sterling toggle is $98
and Pink Pearl earring on sterling studs can be yours at $38
$135 #440-N
It takes a lot of searching to pull together a group of beads that are so beautifully
coordinated in color, size and shape, but sometimes you get lucky!
and this
is the result. Tibetan Copal amber in shades of soft mocha and amber, all melon carved
and set in sterling bezels, caps and cages have been used to create this asymmetrical
design. Two really special matching Bali sterling beads are to one side and the
strand is finished with matching beads and an engraved sterling clasp with extender
chain. This is a beauty and will no doubt become an heirloom.
$280 #441-N
A dusty purple opaque lampwork glass focal bead is adorned on both sides with violet
flowers in shades of blue & purple. To each side of center are fancy little
amethyst-set sterling beads and the balance of the strand is comprised of large
faceted black only beads and finished with a Bali sterling clasp and extender.
The muted shades of the lampwork offers many opportunities to mix and match this
piece with your wardrobe.
$150 #442-N
A beautifully coordinated set of necklace, bracelet and earrings, but each piece is
a la carte. Matt finish and distressed, flat aqua glass pieces are centered with a
large Bali gold hollow bead and flanked by etched Bali gold bi-cone tube beads.
Small gold spacers and lapis heishi beads separate each of the pieces and coordinate
beautifully with the round and double sided Tibetan beads which are inlaid with
turquoise and wrapped around the sides with lapis
yummy.
The bracelet is Bali gold puffed and engraved beads with lapis heishi and sells
for $95. The earrings are another pair of the turquoise and lapis Tibetan beads
suspended from a triangle design Bali gold post and sell for $45
$195 #430-N
Thin sliced coral disks in bright red and black have sterling spacers interspersed
along the strand and anchor three matt finished lampwork glass beads in red, black & white.
The piece measures 18” and extends to 21” with the sterling
“S” clasp and chain.
Although not pictured, there is a pair of coordinating earrings designed with
smaller red and black coral slices for $39.
$185 #435-N
Eight strands of glass African Trade heishi beads in shades of turquoise have
just enough small silver Trade beads mixed in to make them interesting. A 3”
extender chain takes this piece from 19 ½” to 22 ½”. In the center, a large
sterling enhancer holds a 2” polymer clay pendent which can be removed and
another pendant added or the whole thing can be put on another necklace
or
whatever. But one thing you’ll realize right away is that the multi strand
necklace looks great all by itself
and just think about all the possibilities
that exist. Gorgeous color and a really cool piece!!!
$235 #433-N
A contemporary version of the old South West, this lovely sterling cross is set with
turquoise and red coral cabochons. It hangs from a strand of perfectly matched red
coral bamboo beads and turquoise heishi beads with a number of Bali sterling
spacers/caps and has a “S” clasp with an extender chain. The piece measures 17”
and can be expanded to 20”. The coordinating earrings (sold only with the necklace)
have heavily engraved Bali sterling posts with the same coral and turquoise beads as
the necklace and sell for $40.
$225 #437-N
Separated by natural turquoise heishi beads, a graduated strand of large spiny
oyster shell disks in beautiful shades of orange, golden and ivory flank a
spectacular melon cut turquoise wedge bead that is capped on each side by
large Thai sterling caps. The “S” clasp and extender chain are also sterling.
The earrings are heavily carved turquoise tubes with sterling caps at both ends with a
large Peruvian sterling shield post and sell for $48
$335 #429-N
Three strands of graduated freshwater pearls in colors of gray to gunmetal
flow out from a center marcasite (sterling) bead creating a lovely and
timeless choker that works well from casual to more dressy occasions.
The sterling “S” clasp and chain allow about a 3” variance in length to
suit your needs. The coordinating sterling post earrings have a small
grey pearl dropped from a marcasite bead and sell for $39
$110 #427-N
Matt finished and exquisite is the only way to describe this Jack Roberts Lampwork
glass tube bead of brown, blue and translucent ivory which has been capped with large
Thai sterling leaves. The strand, a symmetry of perfectly coordinated colors, consists
of oversized carved lapis rounds, melon carved serpentine and two large Tibetan chevron
beads with engraved sterling caps. Pulling it all together are brown & blue faceted
artisan beads and sterling findings. The “S” clasp and chain give it a range of
22” to 25” at the full length of the extender.
Coordinating earrings have been created with thin Lampwork disks and Bali sterling at $42
$375 #423-N
Renowned West Coast bead maker, Doni Hats, created the blown glass focal piece of this
necklace with swirls of blue, green and beige. Flanking the focal are a stunning collection
of beads
Thai sterling capped faceted blue quartz, Large Tibetan melon-shaped
sterling beads, Tibetan brass inlaid with Chinese green turquoise, carved new jade beads,
baroque stick pearls and dark green scarabs. The dynamic snake clasp finishes the piece
at 19”, but the extra long sterling extender chain allows another 3 ½” variance.
$335 #415-N
A sterling pendant with a tiny keishi pearl at the top and a beautiful tear drop shaped piece of
mother-of-pearl bezeled below creates a unique contrast with the bronze freshwater pearls that
surround it……an unexpected mix of colors that are both neutral and striking at the same time.
It extends from 16” to 19”.
The coordinating earrings were designed with a pair of brown & white mother-of-pearl beads (two sided)
set in a sterling bezel and dropped from a white pearl-set post and sell for $45.
$150 #402-N
What can you say about this necklace other than fabulous?
perhaps beautiful, gorgeous,
stunning?
all would be absolutely correct!
The Pendant: A 2” oval of blue turquoise with fine black matrix is set in a heavy sterling bezel.
The Strand: Well-matched pairs of large teardrop-shaped blue turquoise beads spaced with layers of
sterling caps and wedge beads.
The Clasp: A fancy Turkish sterling “S” and extender take this piece from 19 ½”
to 21 ½” in length.
$425 #207-N
Buttery and beautifully carved yellow jade has been used to create the
abstract dragon pendant which is suspended by tiny yellow agate beads. Four incised agate barrels
with shade of yellow, ivory and cocoa are complimented by the matt finish flat amber nuggets and
softened by the mellow yellow of the faceted citrine beads. An “S” clasp set on both sides with
peach moonstone takes this piece to 21” and it can be increased another 3” in length with the
extender chain (the pendant is 2 ½” in height).
$265 #413-N