A flock of butterflies

I worked on some new necklaces today which make use of my new(ish) graduated butterfly beads. I made these beads months ago and am now getting around to making some necklaces with them (though they will be making their official debut in a publication this September:).

I really like how different I can make each necklace by simply changing the components and beads. The possibilities are endless ensuring that each one is truly a one-of-a-kind.

This one (above) is probably my favorite. I used four vintage mother-of-pearl buttons that I have been saving for quite a while. They were new old stock, still on their original card, pristine and untouched. You can't tell from the photo but they have a wonderful luster to them - just like real pearls!

On this one I used some of my favorite beads - pierced metal in a warm antique copper finish. They are perfect little cages, very light with an ancient feeling. This would be a great necklace for the Autumn. (Yes, I am already looking forward to my favorite time of year.)

I went super girly on the last necklace. Aqua and pink are such a lovely combination, I just couldn't resist making this as pretty and feminine as possible.

I haven't decided yet if I will list these in my Etsy shop or hoard them away for my next show. If you see one that you are interested in drop me an email and I will list it for you (naneliz2@yahoo.com). Otherwise it may be bye-bye butterfly. :)