Day 4

Hey all!

I must admit, today I sort of cheated.  I completed some earrings that I had half-made a week or so ago.  I figure that it's pretty legitimate though, given the fact that the other day I made two pairs of earrings.

I took a bunch of pictures today in my brand new light box.  My goal was to put those pictures up in my etsy shop but my day got very busy and I didn't have time.  It will happen soon, I promise!

In addition to taking pictures, today I saw "The King's Speech" and went to a great bookstore.  The movie was fabulous.  In the bookstore, I looked at some jewelry books.  I love looking at other people's designs and getting ideas, but I try to make absolutely sure I'm not copying anyone.  I like to keep my designs unique, or at least as unique as I can make them.

Without further ado... today's earrings!

I used some clear Swarovski crystals and made my own earring hooks.  I decided to use a shell to bring some interest to some of my photos.  I think it looks cool, just for something a little different.  Plus, this way I can show how the earrings look hanging from something.

I think I need to find some more desk lights so I can aim three at my light box instead of one.  Though my pictures are clearer with more detail, they are still lacking in light.  It's something to work on.  That is a project for another day.

Love and Beads,
Eve