NEW Spring Butterfly Jewelry: Perfect for Butterfly Themed Weddings

Here at Crystal Allure Beaded Jewelry we love butterflies!! Whether you love to wear butterfly jewelry year round or for special occasions, you won't want to miss our latest pieces. Our Swarovski Crystal butterfly jewelry is even the perfect complement for brides to wear on their wedding day, at the rehearsal dinner or to give as a gift to her bridesmaids.

Looking to get multiples? Simply contact us for availability and color options.

Swarovski Pearl Crystal Butterfly Necklace N026-GS
Wouldn't you agree -butterflies simply make the world a prettier place! A single golden Swarovski Crystal Butterfly drops gracefully in this center circle Y style necklace in 14 karat gold-fill, accented with Swarovski Pearls. A perfect complement to any spring or summer outfit. Length: 17-3/4"; center drop 2".

Butterfly Pearl Mini Chandelier Crystal Earrings E235
Handcrafted beaded earrings feature golden Swarovski Crystal Butterfly beads, a fluttering of Swarovski Pearls wire wrapped on mini gold plated open diamond chandelier earrings. 14k goldfill leverback earwires. Length: 1" from bottom of earwire.

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NEW Spring Beaded Jewelry: Crystal Butterflies

Springtime is all about softening up our wardrobe color palette and choosing lighter colors and fabrics. It's also a great time to add a few new accessories to your jewelry wardrobe. Why not float into Spring with one of these beautiful pieces?!

Floating Butterflies Swarovski Crystal Bracelet B174
Spring has sprung with a field of floating Swarovski Crystal Butterfly beads in this handcrafted bracelet. Each crystal butterfly has been individually wire wrapped with sterling silver wire for added elegance and sophistication. Three strands of various sized butterfly beads in a gentle spring palette presents a beautiful cuff style bracelet. Finished with our signature jewelry tag. Measures 7" to 7-1/2" adjustable.

Floating Butterflies Crystal Beaded Earrings E295
As if floating through the air these handmade beaded earrings feature springtime colors in blue, green, yellow Swarovski Crystals and Swarovski Crystal Butterflies. Accented with aurora borealis Swarovski Crystals, Swarovski Pearls, sterling silver beads and sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1-1/4" from bottom of earwires.

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2013 Spring Beaded Jewelry Colors Trend Report

Released on the first day of New York Fashion Week, Pantone announced their official spring fashion color report for 2013. A lovely mix of both soft and jewel tones it's a refreshing color palette for spring jewelry and accessories!

Pantone Color Report Spring 2013

Pantone's 2013 spring colors can be found in both semi-precious gemstones, as well as, the luminous Swarovski Crystal Collection. Listed below are the closely matched crystal shades:

Dusk Blue -Swarovski Crystal Aquamarine
Tender Shoots -Swarovski Crystal Lime
Lemon Zest -Swarovski Crystal Sunflower
Linen -Swarovski Crystal Light Peach
Poppy Red -Swarovski Crystal Hyacinth
Emerald -Swarovski Crystal Emerald
Grayed Jade -Swarovski Crystal Pacific Opal
African Violet -Swarovski Crystal Violet
Monaco Blue -Swarovski Crystal Dark Indigo
Nectarine -Swarovski Crystal Fire Opal

You will find some of these color inspirations translated into beautiful handcrafted beaded jewelry available through our Spring Beaded Jewelry Collection. Check the website often as we add new beaded jewelry frequently.

One color stood out amongst the rest and has been named Color of the Year for 2013. That color is emerald green and Pantone has described this color as, "Lively. Radiant. Lush ... A color of elegance and beauty that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony.". It just so happens, Crystal Allure Beaded Jewelry loves emerald and this color can be found, in our Transplant Awareness Jewelry and Organ Donation Awareness Jewelry.

Our stunning Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings E70-E73 perfectly represent the beauty and elegance of the emerald crystal. When paired with peridot and erinite crystals these earrings are balanced in harmony and perfect for the multi-faceted woman!

Emerald Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings E072
Sensuous diamond shaped genuine emerald green Swarovski crystals drip like a waterfall from a circular sterling silver bali frame accented by sterling silver spacers. Each wire wrapped earring is adorned with 42 points of luminous radiance for a rich red carpet, glamorous holiday look or just a jeans and t-shirt kind of day. Handmade earrings finished with sterling silver ear wires measuring 1-1/2" from bottom of ear wire.

Please note: Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings are sold out in Sapphire, Lt. Rose and Fuchsia.

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NEW Sparkling Holiday Handmade Earrings Gifts

Now available are three new pairs of handmade beaded earrings that will surely delight this winter season. Each are the perfect complement to snowy winters, holidays and parties.

If you are having a winter wedding the bride will be radiant in the Swarovski Filigree Snowflake Crystal Drop Earrings (E269) and the bridesmaids will sparkle in the All Wrapped Up Crystal Bow Beaded Earrings (E289). Going on a ski trip or a holiday family gathering? Shimmer and shine in the Snowflake Blizzard Sterling Silver Handmade Earrings (E160).

Swarovski Filigree Snowflake Crystal Drop Earrings E269
These handcrafted beaded earrings offer endless sparkle and glamour. Silver 26mm Swarovski Crystal Filigree "snowflakes" are combined with a shimmering Swarovski Crystal Aurora Borealis teardrop. Sterling silver. Beaded Earrings measure 1-3/4" from bottom of earwire.

Snowflake Blizzard Sterling Silver Handmade Earrings E160
Baby it's cold outside! One glimpse out the window and it's a blizzard of irridescent crystal aurora borealis snowflake-cut 14mm glass beads on hand formed and hammered "blizzard" sterling silver wire. Handmade earrings are finished with sterling silver leverback earwires. Just as there are no two snowflakes the same, each "blizzard" is unique due to its' hand formed nature. Each earring is a one of a kind design! Length: 1-1/2" from bottom of earwire.

All Wrapped Up Crystal Bow Beaded Earrings E289
A perfect accessory or gift for holiday time! We have "unwrapped" our latest design to present you with a pair of emerald cube Swarovski Crystals dangling from silver bow charm links, like ornaments on a tree. Sterling silver leverback ear wires. Length: 3/4" from bottom of earwire; 1-1/4" in total from top of ear wire.

These handmade earrings are customizable. Simply contact us for available crystal colors.

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NEW Blue Summer Crystal Beaded Earrings

The sun, sand, beach and crystal blue waters. Ahhh, don't you just love summer?! It's the perfect season to show off some sparkle. So go ahead, have some fun in the sun with a pair of our lovely and super light-weight Swarovski Crystal beaded earrings.

Deep Blue Sea Circle Crystal Beaded Earrings E261
A stylish and contemporary pair of handmade beaded earrings featuring a blue sapphire ombre effect. Like bubbles in water, sterling silver circle rings showcase a light sapphire, to sapphire to deep sapphire diamond shaped sparkling Swarovski Crystal. Finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1" from bottom of earwire.

Breathtaking Caribbean Blue Crystal Beaded Earrings E222
A breathtaking pair of handmade beaded earrings plucked from the Caribbean ocean, just for you! Designed with mesmerizing caribbean blue opal Swarovski Crystals stacked with .925 bright Bali accents and finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 3/4" from bottom of earwire.

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August Birthstone: Peridot, The Evening Emerald



Peridot Cluster Crystal Beaded Earrings (E149)

Peridot, the modern and Swarovski Crystal birthstone for August, is a pale green variety of chrysolite. The depth of green depends on how much iron is contained in the crystal structure.

To some it is considered to be the underdog to the emerald. However, this gemstone sets itself apart from the emerald with its' exclusive sea grass color.

Peridot is transparent with subtle color in a variety of greens, ranging from light yellowish green to a dark olive. The purer green a peridot is, the higher the value. Any tinge of brown greatly diminishes the value of a peridot, as well as visible flaws. The peridot is occassionally referred to as the "poor man's emerald".

The origin of the name peridot is derived from the Greek word "faridat" which means "gem".

The Ancient Egyptians called the Peridot "the gem of the sun" and believed it had the power to ward off evil. It was popular for peridots to be set in gold (gold being the metal of the sun) to dispel the terrors of the night.

The Romans referred to the peridot as "The Evening Emerald" because they noticed that its' green color was so vivid in the evening lamplight that it resembled the deepest green of emeralds. They also wore peridots for protection from enchantment and against melancholy and illusion.

Crystal Green Lucky Charms Shamrock Anklet (A113)

From Ancient times wise men and healers have believed that gemstones have mystical powers. During the Middle Ages peridots were worn for foresight with regard to future events, for divine inspiration and eloquence.

Giving a piece of jewelry containing the peridot birthstone of August is said to bring the wearer good luck, peace and success, its' powers also include health, protection and sleep.

Peridot has been mined as a gemstone for an estimated four thousand years or better and is mentioned in the Bible under the Hebrew name of pitdah. It was used by the Egyptians as early as 1500 BC.

Peridot use peaked during the Baroque era, but the gemstone fell out of favor over time until the 1990's when a new source in Pakistan re-ignited interest in the forgotten gemstone.

Historical legend has it that peridot was the favorite gemstone of Cleopatra.

August Birthstone poem - the Peridot
"Wear a Peridot or for thee,
No conjugal fidelity,
The August born without this stone,
`Tis said, must live unloved alone."

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NEW Tutti Frutti Summer Neon Bright Beaded Earrings

Add a little pop of summer's neon bright color to your back to school wardrobe with our delicious Tutti Frutti beaded earrings. All the handmade beaded earrings shown below are one of a kind and customizable.

Crystal Apple Green Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings E274-AG
A delicious apple green dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling rose pink Swarovski Crystals and sterling silver twist circle rings. Handmade beaded earrings are finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1" from bottom of earwire.

Crystal Aqua Blue Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings E274-AB
A soothing aqua blue dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling peridot green Swarovski Crystals and sterling silver twist circle rings. Handmade beaded earrings are finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1" from bottom of earwire.

Crystal Fuchsia Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings E274-F
A more bold color choice for a more bold personality is our fuchsia dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling purple tanzanite Swarovski Crystals and sterling silver twist circle rings. Handmade beaded earrings are finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1" from bottom of earwire.

Crystal Pickle Green Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings E274-PG
A tangy pickle green dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling orange hyacinth Swarovski Crystals and sterling silver twist circle rings. Handmade beaded earrings are finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1" from bottom of earwire.

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NEW Lovely Pink Heart Beaded Earrings

Handmade heart jewelry showcasing Swarovski Crystals in aurora borealis, light rose and fuchsia. A can't-miss combination when combined with the coordinating pieces.

Mi Amor Pink Heart 3-Stone Crystal Earrings E151
Handmade beaded earrings feature Grade A fiber optic pink hearts in a 3-stone Swarovski Crystal design with a lovely ombre effect of purple-red to aurora borealis crystals. Sterling silver earwires. Length: 1-1/4" from bottom of earwire.

Love's Blush Crystal Heart Post Earrings E024-D2
Beautifully elegant handmade beaded earrings featuring white fiber optic beads, pink fiber optic glass hearts, sterling silver Bali, light rose and aurora borealis Swarovski Crystals. Sterling silver post earrings. Length: 1" from bottom of earwire.

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NEW Adoring Love Crystal Heart Beaded Earrings

This Valentine's Day compliment the sparkle in your eyes with our inspired handmade beaded heart earrings in romantic red or sweet love pink.

Adoring Love Red Crystal Heart Beaded Earrings E284-R
A seductive deep ruby red faceted glass heart is accented with sterling pave style beads, Bali, red and aurora borealis Swarovski Crystals. Handmade beaded earrings are finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1-1/4" from bottom of earwire.

Adoring Love Pink Crystal Heart Beaded Earrings E284-P
A sweet princess pink faceted glass heart is accented with sterling pave style beads, Bali, pink AB and aurora borealis Swarovski Crystals. Handmade beaded earrings are finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1-1/4" from bottom of earwire.

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Custom Crystal Transplant Awareness Earrings

One of my sweet customers, Beverly, contacted me to see if she could get a coordinating pair of earrings designed for the Transplant Awareness BREATHE Bracelet B195 that she was planning on purchasing.

While on the phone she asked if it was possible to also have a pair of beaded earrings designed to go with the bracelet she had already purchased, the Transplant Awareness Ribbons Bracelet B105. Of course, I was more than happy to custom design these crystal awareness beaded earrings for her!

On the day we spoke, I just happened to be having a not so great day (you know how it goes..murphy's law..). Well, I sent her a photo showing four sample pairs of earring design options and in her reply she said, "I would have never known that you were having a bad day, you were so pleasant and kind to talk to." A few other kind comments she made included: "you are very good to your customers", "you are just as beautiful as your jewelry is..", "I love your jewelry and will wear them with much pride..", "I am so happy thanks to you!", "you are an awesome person and so very very kind" and, "the meaning behind your awareness jewelry is so beautiful and so true!".

I am sharing all these comments with you because I am always so very grateful for each and every comment a customer sends me. Your comments guide me on how well (or maybe not so well) I am conducting business, as well as, how well received and meaningful my designs are.

As my gift to Beverly, I added a sterling silver butterfly charm to her BREATHE bracelet and here is what Beverly had to say after she received her much anticipated package of sparkling awareness jewelry:

Hello Stephanie,
I received my awesome jewelry in the mail yesterday afternoon and I just absolutely love them all! You truly did a super job on coming up with the idea of your jewelry. It's all so gorgeous and the charms on the bracelet are so adorable. I love the meaning of the butterfly, what a beautiful way to express the new lungs taking their first breath.

Well, thank you again Stephanie and thank you for keeping in touch with me. Thank you for the pen, the beautiful card you wrote and the beautiful jewelry. Obviously...the beautiful jewelry comes from a beautiful person!!! :)

Hugs and kisses to you and may God Bless you always!

Thank you ever so kindly,
Bev

You are very welcome Beverly! And thank you for your continued business. Enjoy your new designer jewelry!

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NEW Handmade Fall Beaded Earrings

The bounties of autumn lend inspiration to our newest fall beaded jewelry with handmade earrings in autumnal colors of orange, russet, brown and black.

Stacked Gourds Crystal Lampwork Beaded Earrings E242
A lovely topaz shaded lampwork bead showcasing a black striped core is the base of these stacked gourd handmade beaded earrings. Accented with Swarovski Crystal in the most beautiful shades of autumn, 14k antiqued goldfilled Bali and 14k goldfilled leverback earwires. Length: 1-1/4" from bottom of earwire.

Autumn Maize Crystal Beaded Earrings E196
A brilliant transparent orange indian glass barrel is flanked by brass heishi discs and lightly smoked topaz Swarovski Crystals. The orange glass barrel is called "white heart barrels" because of the white core of the bead. Handmade beaded earrings are finished with 14k goldfill french hook earwires. Length: 1-1/4" from bottom of earwire.

Smoky Quartz Gemstone Crystal Beaded Earrings E244
Sultry brown smoky quartz faceted gemstones are accented with sterling silver bead caps and topaz Swarovski Crystals in this handmade beaded earrings design. Finished with sterling silver french hook earwires. Length: 1-1/4" from bottom of earwires.

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Autumn Gold Beaded Jewelry

Warm up your autumn wardrobe with gold beaded jewelry. All three designs featured below incorporate warm topaz Swarovski Crystals and 14 karat gold filled components. The necklace adds a bit more of autumnal feel with a lovely russet-red Carnelian gemstone teardrop pendant.


Autumn Honey Carnelian Gemstone Swarovski Crystal Beaded Necklace (N039)
Taste the warm autumn honey in this stunning handmade beaded necklace. Design features a carnelian gemstone teardrop pendant adorned by liquid gold spacers and honey-colored Swarovski Austrian Crystals. Finished with a 14K gold fill extender chain. Beaded Necklace adjustable 15-3/4" to 17".

Autumn Sun Swarovski Crystal Topaz Stack Beaded Earrings (E049)
Sparkle like the autumn sun in these beautiful ultra-light weight pair of beaded earrings. Design features gold Swarovski Crystals accented by 14k gold filled beads and earwires. A feminine design is chic, elegant and complements any autumn wardrobe. Beaded Crystal Earrings measure 1/2" from bottom of earwire.

Autumn Harvest Swarovski Crystal Topaz Leaf Charm Beaded Bracelet (B164)
Experience the early morning autumn sun warming richly colored leaves in this glowing handmade beaded bracelet. Design features the colors of autumn's harvest in topaz and gold Czech beads and Swarovski Crystal beads, 14K antiqued gold fill beads and gold heart shaped leaf charm. Single green and brown Swarovski Crystal charms entertain the last days of summer. Beaded Bracelet measures 7-1/4" to 8" adjustable.

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NEW Transplant Awareness Bracelet Added

This beaded awareness bracelet steps out of the ordinary with a combination of both the emerald Swarovski crystal and an olive green pearl, accented with sterling silver twisted rings for a truly unique transplant awareness design!
Green Olive Transplant Awareness Beaded Bracelet

A little something new in the jewelry boutique is a complementary pair of awareness beaded earrings.
Emerald Crystal Cluster Awareness Bali Beaded Earrings

Shop CrystalAllure.com for both these new awareness jewelry pieces and other transplant awareness designs.

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