Alchemy Flower-girl Tiara--Finished!

I've gotten the enthusiastic approval of the buyer and added the final wire-wrapping around the base--this alchemy order is officially finished!

Alchemy in Progress--Almost Finished :)

I have added lots of champagne-colored swavorski crystal bicones and small ivory-colored shell beads since my previous post, and the project is almost complete! I'm thrilled with the way this project has turned out, and just need to contact the buyer for final approval before adding a final wire-wrap around the base for additional durability. What do you think? Leave a comment!

Alchemy--Flowergirl Tiara Inprocess

I'm almost finished this ocean-inspired flower-girl tiara alchemy order, and I love how it is turning out! It is always so rewarding to see a piece come together. I'll be filling in a bit more with some small champagne colored crystals and ivory colored shell beads.

Gathering materials for Flower-girl Tiara Alchemy Order

I'm gathering materials for a new alchemy order--stay tuned to see these materials turn into an ocean/beach themed flower-girl tiara!

1. freshwater pearls-small (ivory)

2. bumpy freshwater pearls (ivory)

3. blister pearls (ivory)

4. freshwater pearls-large (ivory)

5. freshwater pearls (pale yellow/green)

6. freshwater pearls (pale green)

7. mother of pearl chips

8. green swavorski crystals

9. yellow jade

10. mother of pearl beads

11. small spiral shells

12. creamy shell beads-large

13. creamy shell beads-small

14. peach and cream shell beads

Lifecycle of a Custom Order--Part 7; Finished Set!

I'm so happy with how this lilac pearl set turned out! This is definately the most rewarding part of the creative process :-)

Lifecycle of a Custom Order--Part 6; Finished! Photo Time!

I've just completed crafting the custom lilac pearl set I've been working on for 'motherofthegroom'! I'm so excited, I need to post a picture of the earrings right now while I'm editing the remainder of tonight's photos :-)

Lifecycle of a Custom Order: Part 5; Necklace is Almost Finished!

I am nearly finished the necklace for the custom lilac pearl set that will be worn at a summer wedding by the mother-of-the-groom. After finishing the ends with fancy bead caps, matching pearls and a lobsterclaw clasp & chain adjustable closure, the necklace will be complete. Earrings and bracelet will be coming soon!

Lifecycle of a Custom Order--Part 4; Gathering Supplies

Now that we've decided on the basic design of the necklace, bracelet and earrings in this custom set, I have gathered the supplies and tools I will need. I'm excited to start creating!

Lifecycle of a Custom Order--Part 3; More Design Ideas

To complete the custom set I am working on, I will be creating a bracelet and earrings to match the multi-strand lilac pearl necklace. The bracelet will be similar to my 'cranberry dreams' design pictured above. The earrings will be primarily silver and crystal like my 'spring green' chandelier earrings (also above). As I do not plan to use pearls in the earrings, I am thinking of adding additional silver accents in the necklace bracelet in addition the crystal to tie the look together.

Lifecycle of a Custom Order--Part 2; Design Ideas

This custom set will be based around a necklace in a similar design to the one pictured above. The freshwater pearls will be of a lilac color.

Lifecycle of a Custom Order--Part 1; Inspiration

I am just beginning the process of creating a custom order. This custom necklace/bracelet/earrings set will be worn at a summer wedding by the mother of the groom. This set will be in the hue of lilac, to match the peep skirt of to be worn with this stylish black dress.