Ancient Style Glass Beads

I mean, these beads.  They are so amazing I just can stare at them over and over.  The texture and color reminds me of the beautiful marine waters of The Florida Keys.  

I've always loved working with recycled glass beads, I feel that they are very earthy but also represent the look and feel of the ocean.  These in particular are spectacular and I love pairing them with pearls and artisan style metals in silver and gold bronze. 

This is one of my favorite bracelets, mostly because I love pearls, flowers and gold bronze.  I also can make the exact same bracelet in sterling silver accents for those silver lovers.  I've been thinking and dreaming about what else I can do with these beads...I have a couple really good ideas in mind for earrings, a necklace and a pendant.  Stay tuned....and enjoy.