May's Inspiration Photo |
May's "We're All Ears" inspiration is the Zig Zag Nerite shell - neritina communis.
This tiny sea treasure is just over a 1/2" in size. Each one is completely unique. The typical shell is black and white, but can have colors that range from cream and yellow to red and burgundy, proving to be a very variable species.
Black and White Sea Glass Earrings available for purchase HERE |
When I saw our inspiration photo, I focused on the colors of black and white. When I think of the ocean, sea glass comes to mind. These earrings combine the colors of the shell with material that is often found mixed in with shells along the shore-sea glass. I used white crystals on what looks like clear sea glass and combined those beads with black sea glass from ZnetShows. I used large sterling silver french earwires for balance in the design.
I imagine sea glass in this pile of sea shells on the beach
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I really like these and I bet they look fantastic on! The graphic design element to these earrings really works!
ReplyDeleteThese are cool! Real attention grabbers
ReplyDeleteSeaglass is definitely a beach look. Love the black and white!
ReplyDeleteI do like this graphic black and white design! Such a clean and fresh take on the inspiration photo.
ReplyDeletecool earrings :)
ReplyDeleteI love the stark simplicity of these, it makes me think of the wonderfully serene interiors on the "my scandinavian home" blog. I really like the white sea glass against the dark background.
ReplyDeleteGreat bead shapes and I love the black and white!
ReplyDeleteThose are really lovely! Nicely done.
ReplyDeleteLove the black & white -- sweet geometric style!
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