NEW Holiday Beaded Cell Phone Charm Jewelry

Celebrate winter and holiday season with one of our darling holiday themed beaded cell phone charm jewelry. Suzie Snowflake Crystal Beaded Cell Phone Charm (CPC024) Design features a sterling silver snowflake cut bali charm accented with a winter blue light azore aurora borealis Swarovski Crystal and sterling silver. Length: 3". Candy Cane Holiday Crystal Beaded Cell...

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NEW Cell Phone Charm Jewelry Beaded Gifts

Handmade beaded cell phone charms make perfect gifts because they are so versatile. You can attach them as cell phone charms, zipper pulls, sneaker charms, jean charms, purse charms, MP3 player charms, the list goes on. And they make great stocking stuffers! School Bus Crystal Gemstone Beaded Cell Phone Charm (CPC13) Design features a round honey jade gemstone, black jet Swarovski Crystal,...

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New Beaded Necklace

This unique and beautiful one of a kind necklace is truly a stunner in person. The pictures do not capture how the black onyx gemstone beads shimmering in the right light. Grassy Moss Jasper Pendant Beaded Necklace (N058) An adjustable 16-1/2" to 17-1/2" pendant necklace created with gorgeous grassy moss jasper gemstones and teardrop pendant, shimmering rainbow obsidian gemstones, onyx gemstones...

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NEW Handmade Beaded Gemstone Leaf Earrings

When autumn knocks on our doors we always get excited about creating leaf jewelry. Showcasing the beauty of nature, these brass maple leaves, combined with nephrite jade gemstone make the perfect leaf earrings! Although most of the leaves have fallen, there is one that has not quite turned the beautiful shades of autumn and that would be the last leaf. The Last Leaf Nephrite Jade Gemstone Brass...

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NEW Beaded Necklace

So simple, yet so stunning. As fresh as cranberries & roses, this freshwater pearl beaded necklace is designed in a can't miss color for your fall wardrobe. Freshwater Pearl Rose Charm Beaded Necklace (N064) A simply stated handmade beaded necklace of high quality rich cranberry colored freshwater pearls highlighted by a sterling silver carved rose charm pendant. Beaded Necklace Measures 1...

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Custom Beaded Jewelry

Whether you are looking for a stand out necklace, bracelet or pair of earrings for your work wardrobe or a special occasion, right down to the last detail, we will work with you to design a piece you'll treasure for a lifetime! Specializing in Custom Bridal Jewelry, Custom Bridesmaid Jewelry, Custom Mother of the Bride Jewelry, Custom Flower Girl Jewelry, Custom Prom Jewelry, Custom Special Occasion Jewelry.> > Inquire about a custom beaded jewelry designSwarovski Crystal Jewelry:...

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2008 Fall Beaded Jewelry

With today appropriately being the first official day of autumn, it was fitting to announce our new Fall Jewelry pieces have begun to be added. Whether you lean towards the trendy or traditional side, you'll find the perfect accessories to complement your fall wardrobe at CrystalAllure.com. For the trendy gals, you'll find beaded jewelry in the seasons hottest colors like burnt orange and caribbean...

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Crystal Harvest -Jewelry Wardrobe Inspiration

I just love this new tool! Of course, I'm still learning how to work with it and how to create a fantastic 'collage', if you will. But, I think I'm doing pretty good.Crystal Harvest - by crystalallure on Polyvore.comToday's feature friday is Crystal Harvest, which features our gold-dipped leaves combined with Swarovski Crystal Copper. With autumn approaching next week (yikes!) already, it's a fantastic...

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Sophisticated Elegance -Jewelry Wardrobe Inspiration

I happened to find this pretty nifty Polyvore tool that lets you upload clothes, accessories and more to your profile. You can then you can mix and match until your hearts content! I thought this would be a great tool to feature some of our Crystal Allure pieces with fabulous outfits. Since this was my first go at it all, I tested the tool on, of course, our -Swarovski Crystal beaded bracelet and...

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NEW Pearly Blue Pearl Beaded Bracelets

In an attempt to add more blue color to the beaded jewelry collection, we've added two new one of a kind beaded bracelet designs. Swarovski Pearl Blue Glass Sterling Cross Charm Bracelet (B103) Designed using blue rondelle faceted glass beads, Swarovski Crystal Pearls, .925 Bali, sterling silver cross charm, sterling silver heart accent toggle clasp. Beaded Bracelet Measures: 8" Swarovski Pearl...

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New Denim Shell Beaded Necklace

Using shell beads and pendants in jewelry designs lend an alluring, feminine touch to our beaded jewelry designs. Embossed Shell Pendant Beaded Necklace (N059) This one of a kind beaded necklace features a shell pendant embossed with elegant silver florals and swirls. It is accented by indigo shell discs, Swarovski austrian crystals and sterling silver beads finished with a sterling silver lobster...

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New Beaded Necklaces

Below is the Natural Coco Shell Circle Necklace, which has complimentary pieces to wear and incorporate two fashion colors for Fall 2008 (Shitake and Ochre). Natural Coco Shell Circle Necklace (N057) Necklace 18 inches with a 1-1/4 inch extender accented by topaz fiber optic glass accent, created with natural coco shell circles, topaz fiber optic glass accent beads, 14k goldfilled chain, lobster...

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NEW Classic Black Handcrafted Beaded Watch

Classic Black. It's always a great match for nearly every wardrobe and it never goes out of style. This classic color may not be reported as a "trend" for Fall 2008 by those in the fashion world, but it is a color that can be worn any season of the year. To assist you in accessorizing your favorite outfit this coming fall season, check out our latest classic gemstone beaded watch. Tourmilated Quartz...

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NEW Rose Quartz Gemstone Crystal Martini Beaded Bracelet

Some of our favorite bracelets are from the Friendship Series. It showcases a sophisticated collection of charm bracelets inspired by what else -Friends! Friends are an important part of our lives and the Friendship Series of bracelets celebrates the bond of friendship, the sharing of our hopes and dreams and the laughter of fond memories of a girls nights out. Over the years, the Friendship Series...

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Crystal Allure Adorns Celebrities!

Pictured below is Lili Haydn with our exclusively designed Mother of Pearl Circle Earrings. These earrings were designed just for the What A Pair Celebrity Duet Event that took place in June. I was very happy to see our earrings displayed front and center on the celebrity gift bag table all day (and in every photo!). And for those lucky few Crystal Allure VIP newsletter subscribers who purchased...

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New Beaded Pendants

Now available at Crystal Allure Beaded Jewelry Designs are chic handcrafted beaded pendants. Amethyst Crystal Lampwork Pendant Necklace (P01) Amethyst artisan lampwork glass bead paired with sterling silver bali and amethyst satin Swarovski Crystals and draped on an elegant 18" sterling silver chain. Wire-Wrapped Pendant Measures: 1-1...

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NEW Butterscotch Beaded Bracelet Earrings Set

New to Crystal Allure Beaded Jewelry Designs is this tasty butterscotch handmade beaded bracelet and beaded earrings set. Select each piece individually or as a gift set for a complete look. Swarovski Pearl Czech Beaded Bracelet (B130) and Czech Pearl Beaded Earrings (E190) The beautiful color of this one of a kind handcrafted beaded bracelet will make anyone smile. Mouth-watering butterscotch yellow...

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NEW Seashell Handmade Summer Beaded Jewelry

Welcome summer with one of these lovely seashell themed handmade jewelry sets, necklaces or earrings. Natural Shell Circles Sterling Silver Chain Jewelry Set (NES3) She Sells Seashells. A summery soft peach colored Czech shell highlights the natural beauty of the natural shell circles. Circle pendant features three dangling shells and just as you would find a one-of-a-kind shell at the beach, a single...

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NEW Gemstone Jade Beaded Necklace

We love our jade creations! Green is such a soothing, relaxing color and what better way to be zen than to wear jade jewelry. Jade Pendant Tourmaline Gemstone Beaded Necklace (N054) Watermelon tourmaline is our favorite! With its delicious rainbow of colors a Jade gemstone teardrop pendant pairs perfectly with watermelon tourmaline pebbles, in varying shades of green and pink. Strung on flexible...

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2008 Fall Beaded Jewelry Colors Trend Report

Looking ahead: The Pantone Fashion Color Report for Fall 2008 Colors are out and what an exciting trend this is going to be! Quoting the New York Fashion Week February 1-8, 2008: A Season of ChangeBest described as a season of change, fall ’08 is defined by rich, elegant hues that offer a vibrant selection. New York's fashion designers emphasize cooler blues, greens and purples in the top five tones...

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Types of Metals used in Beaded Jewelry

Beginners in Jewelry Design When handmade jewelry designers are just starting out in jewelry design, they may choose to use pewter, base metal, silver plate or gold plate metals. Some of the reasoning is their inexperience in the types of metals used in beaded jewelry; other times they choose lower grade metals to keep their costs down; or they simply may be choosing to design fashion jewelry only, which is typically made using lower grade metals. Bridge Jewelry Designers As a handcrafted...

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NEW Lampwork Beaded Bracelet Designs Added

The multitude of colors and designs that lampwork glass beads offer is just spectacular. Mix them with some sparkling Swarovski Crystal and WOW! what a design. Each of the handmade beaded jewelry designs below are one of a kind. Amethyst Lampwork Swarovski Crystal Bali Beaded Bracelet (B106) The artisan lampwork beads in this handmade beaded bracelet design uses a play of layered glass over color...

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Custom Beaded Jewelry: Aunt Bracelet

I had the pleasure of creating this one of a kind AUNT beaded bracelet for a returning customer. Designed with Swarovski pearls, sterling silver, various .925 sterling bali and finished with a heart clasp. The design is pure elegance! Thank you Lana for allowing me to design a custom piece for you. I know you will enjoy it for years to come! Shop our designer beaded bracelets Please feel free...

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NEW Mini Gemstone Earring Gift Set

These petite handmade beaded earrings offer a gemstone shade for each of the four searsons. The gift set features one gemstone pair each of red aventurine, green jasper, brown jasper and rhodolite. Simple, but oh so versatile! Gemstone Beaded Earring Gift Set E137 These simple and pretty mini stack earrings feature one pair each of red aventurine, green jasper, brown jasper and rhodolite rondell...

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Crystal Allure Featured at What A Pair! 2008

The 2008 What A Pair! Celebration of Duets to Benefit Breast Cancer Research was held yesterday (June 8, 2008) in Los Angeles. I was very excited to participate in this years' celebrity gift bag with our exclusive designed Mother of Pearl Circle Earrings. A special thank you to Ronna with, It's in the Bag, for contacting me with interest in our jewelry designs. The beneficiary of this years' event...

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NEW Crystal Ice Swarovski Crystal Collection

As part of our Signature Swarovski Crystal Collection at Crystal Allure Designs, I'm happy to announce the new Crystal Ice pieces! Inspired by the impending hot summer, why not cool off a little with one of our Crystal Ice bracelets, earrings -or both. Designed exclusively with Swarovski Austrian crystal, crystal aurora borealis (AB) and sterling silver. Wear one piece for a little shimmer or add...

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June Birthstone -Pearl

Happy Birthday June Ladies! June is the month that was dedicated by the Romans to the queen of the gods Juno (Regina) -- Hera to the Greeks. The modern June birthstone is the pearl. Pearls have been a passion and even an obsession of people throughout the ages. They have been ground up and used in cosmetics and as a medicine to treat heart and stomach conditions. Some cultures swear by pearls as...

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NEW Smoky Quartz Beaded Jewelry

Smoky Quartz gemstone is a beautiful, alluring and sophisticated gemstone. Just listed today are the following: Smokey Quartz Lantern-Shaped Bali Necklace Smokey Quartz Lantern-Shaped Bali Bracelet Visit the Crystal Allure Designs Handcrafted Jewelry webs...

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May Birthstone -Emerald

Happy Birthday May Ladies! The month of May was named after the Roman goddess, Maia, who was the goddess of spring and growth. Which makes your birthstone very appropriate for spring -the emerald. Emerald is the Modern and Traditional birthstone for May and symbolic of good fortune. It is the only stone, beside Topaz, that is listed in all of the ancient birthstone tables. Genuine emeralds are found...

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NEW Rose Quartz Gemstone and Jade Beaded Jewelry

The cold weather is past us, it's time to start loving the softer side of spring. Freshwater Pearl Jade Pendant Necklace N045 Love Affair with Nature. A soothing jade teardrop forms the centerpiece of this necklace reflecting the true beauty and allure of nature. Handwrapped links of sterling silver, mint freshwater pearls and jade rounds lead up to sterling silver cable chain. Necklace Measures...

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New Fall Jewelry Necklace

I purchased this stunning pendant from a local bead store about a year ago. At the time, I hadn’t a clue how I’d use it and didn’t have any specific design pop to mind -however, it was too stunning a pendant to pass up (and there was only one available). The pendant is a handcrafted lampwork bead with a rich reddish-russet color surrounded by a flurry of tans, browns and black. It is the perfect...

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*New* Necklaces

There was no particular idea how to use them or inspiration when I purchased these stunning amethyst nuggets. Although, they pair perfectly wire-wrapped with goldfill rings and this necklace transitions easily from daytime to nightime, whatever the occasion. What is so fantastic about this necklace is you can wear it with the stylish clasp in front or put the clasp in back for a whole other look. Cranberries...

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Rich Autumn Colors in New Fall Jewelry

For the last few weeks I have been in a creation frenzy. With the cooler weather finally here (which some Rochestarians are not so happy about) I was finally able to get to work on some neglected jewelry designs. All of these pieces, and then some, are now available on the website. And it’s not over yet….I still have many more designs that I planned on rolling out for the fall. So keep checking the...

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