fall lampwork bracelet

It's November, & Autumn Styles Are Peaking

The arrival of fall heralds the decline of brightness and cool colors to make way for styles that are both darker and warmer. It's November now, meaning that autumn weather is in full effect, leaves have become a pleasant swirl of red, orange, and gold, and we're savoring the taste of pumpkin spice treats while we can. For those of us in the north, it's a time of change and transition, emblemized by the changing colors and temperature around us. It's a time for festivities and fashions of a particular mood exclusive to the season.
November 11, 2019 — SWCreations Jewelry
fall jewelry trends

Beaded Jewelry Color Trends for Fall & Winter

Fall is a season of rich colors and vibrant hues. Just ask the thousands who book New England's famous autumn leaf tours! Those iconic colors of autumn's natural splendor are reflected in our wardrobe choices for fall and even winter.

These colors may be representative of the range of colors present in a pile of autumn leaves but they are also as unique as each one of those individual leaves. They are confident and assertive without a trace of meekness. Calm and sedate, sophisticated and worldly, or strikingly unique, there's a fall and winter palette that's perfect for you

October 08, 2019 — SWCreations Jewelry
The Perfect Patriotic Look

The Perfect Patriotic Look

Fourth of July Fashion Jewelry

It’s almost that time of year again! With the rising temperature comes the Fourth of July. If you are looking for something patriotic to celebrate the day, why not get creative? You don’t need to pick up tacky stars and stripes jewelry! Try combining your fashion jewelry to create an all-American look.

Handcrafted jewelry is a great alternative to the commercially sold red, white, and blue accessories. The best part about wearing simple fashion jewelry is that you can wear it all year round. Why store Fourth of July accessories all year, when you can have an equally patriotic look with much more beautiful handcrafted jewelry?

June 10, 2019 — SWCreations Jewelry
Selecting One-of-a-Kind Jewelry for That Someone Special!

Selecting One-of-a-Kind Jewelry for That Someone Special!

Are you looking for the perfect gift for that someone special in your life? Maybe you're looking forward to a romantic Valentine's Day or you're just looking for a thank you gift for your children's favorite sitter. Either way, you may want to consider a piece of handmade jewelry.
January 27, 2019 — SWCreations Jewelry
Get the Green Light This Christmas with Swarovski

Get the Green Light This Christmas with Swarovski

Christmas is right around the corner and somehow, it always manages to sneak up on a few of us every year. The Christmas season is full of bright reds and merry greens. These two 'go-to' Christmas colors make it easy to find gifts for everyone on your list this year.

December 15, 2018 — SWCreations Jewelry
Beaded Anklets that will Make your Holidays Sparkle

Beaded Anklets that will Make your Holidays Sparkle

If you are looking for a unique and festive accessory this holiday season, consider adding a one of a kind anklet to your favorite outfit. Beaded anklets are not only for lazy summer days. They can be just the piece to set off your style in cold weather too.

Adding a little flare to a casual skirt and sweater is easy. Choose an anklet with bright colors that stand out against dark tights. A coordinated anklet is a lovely way to carry colors across your whole outfit. Be sure to select a style that is less likely to snag on tights. This lovely example is made with rainbow cats eye anklet and is sure to brighten up even the dreariest of winter days.

December 03, 2018 — SWCreations Jewelry
Wearing Red Handmade Jewelry for the Holidays

Wearing Red Handmade Jewelry for the Holidays

Wearing red handmade jewelry around the holidays can be a fun way to celebrate the season without going over the top. This is the time to celebrate and have fun, and you want your jewelry to reflect that, but how do you wear it?

You could wear a large statement necklace with vibrant red tones in it, against the backdrop of a little black dress. Pair it with a simple set of earrings and ring and you’re ready to wow your co-workers at the Christmas Party.

December 01, 2018 — SWCreations Jewelry
Handmade Bracelets Perfect for Christmas Gifts

Handmade Bracelets Perfect for Christmas Gifts

Christmas is right around the corner, so if you haven’t been able to start your gift shopping yet, now is the time! If you are late in the game, then you will want to shop for things that aren’t too time consuming and expensive. Getting friends and family handmade bracelets will save an enormous amount of hassle. Why stand in long lines at the store when you could get gifts mailed directly to you or the one you are getting gifts for? Online shopping means avoiding the chaos of the shopping malls, getting everything done in one take, and not spending out the wazoo. Here are three different types of handmade bracelets you could considering making gifts.
November 29, 2018 — SWCreations Jewelry
Think Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

Think Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

October is the month for Thinking Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness. On my way home from the gym, I passed by a group of women dressed in pink and wearing their bras on the outside of their shirts. I felt so inspired to create some pink jewelry designs for Breast Cancer Awareness. You will see these designs in my store under the Awareness Jewelry category.
October 01, 2018 — SWCreations Jewelry
December Jewelry Color of the Month: Winter Blue

December Jewelry Color of the Month: Winter Blue

Gone is fall, and gone too is the reticence about winter. December is full of holiday cheer, winter outings and cold weather sports.  The air is crisp and clear, the chill invigorating to the soul.  

Just as invigorating is this month's color: winter blue. Nothing sparks up life more than the chill of icy blues.

Delicate Blue

While perfect for a winter wedding's Something Blue, this Classic Sapphire Heart anklet is also just right for the entire season of winter, or for showing off your love of all things icy.  As delicate as a newly fallen snowflake, the cream Charlotte seed beads glisten and complement the beautiful sapphires of your choosing (light, sapphire, or Montana), the sparkling Swarovski crystals, and the perfect snowdrop round pearls in white or cream.

December 29, 2016 — SWCreations Jewelry
The Enlightening History of Valentines Jewelry

The Enlightening History of Valentines Jewelry

Approximately 190 million valentines are sent each year in the United States, according to estimates by the U.S. Greeting Card Association. If you include the exchange of valentines made by school children, that figure becomes one billion, with teachers receiving the most.
February 13, 2015 — Stephanie White
The History of Valentines' Jewelry

The History of Valentines' Jewelry

Valentine's Day is the day to show your lover how much you love them. The reason Valentine's Day exists is a person named Valentine, and there are two origins of him. Valentine marrying people in secret because there was a ban on marriage is one of them. This act cost him his life. Valentine sending a love letter to a prison officer's daughter is the other one. Since he was helping Christians escape, he died for his actions. He received a holiday named in his honor. It started as a Christian holiday until 1382. After Chaucer recited a poem at a royal feast on February 14, 1383, it became a holiday of romance.