Everybody's Doing It!

I have seen so many adorable handmade jewelry items on Flickr that I thought I'd try my hand at making some too.

I actually enjoyed it so much that it will be a focal point in my new store. Lots of '80s jewelry! I have so many '80s items I want to do, I just have to get on the ball and start working on them.

Here it is! The very first piece of jewelry I attempted:

My "Material Girl '80s" bracelet, named that because it uses the same colors as my store banner. I really should name it "A Fish Called Wanda" since that is what I was watching when I made it! It is made with '80s looking striped blue and white beads, neon pink square beads, and an elastic band. I am pretty happy with it for being my first try.

I also attempted a few earrings and an ankle bracelet, which was a little bit more difficult. I'll post some of those pictures this week.