A great pendant or focal bead is often the inspiration for one-of-a-kind handmade necklaces from the gals at Rose of Sharon Jewelry. These eye-catching centerpieces are often collected months – even years – before the inspiration becomes reality.

Here’s a few of our favorite inspiration pieces – perhaps you’ll be inspired to own one!

Completely Jaded features a beautiful lilac and white hand carved Jade flower which tiny beads were added to recreate the stamen.

Mandarin Magic started with this vivid  dichroic glass pendant in orange with flicks of gold. Betty just had to buy this one during a trip to Quartzsite, AZ. The finished necklace is a bold, joyful design.

The gals of Rose of Sharon Jewelry have connected with artisans from around the world. From Thailand, we purchased this magnificent antiqued sterling silver orchid. The center was darker (handmade means no two are exactly alike) so the name Black Orchid grabbed us.

This simulated Asian themed cinnabar in turquoise captured my attention and heart. As I collect Asian artifacts. Only later did I discover that what is known as cinnabar today is actually a simulation created from a durable resin. You see the actual Cinnabar stone has toxic properties and is no longer made into jewelry!

Although it’s not real Cinnabar, this large pendant is ornately decorated with Chinese characters and symbols. I added some ornate sterling silver beads and a wonderful strand of natural freshwater pearls.

Asian Travels is available in our store now.

Maiden of the Mist was a find that I passed on to Sandra Lee to design with. By working together, we are assured that our work doesn’t become “stale”. Well she took this carved bone face set in sterling silver and transformed it into a truly magnificent necklace.

I’m certain you’ll agree. Don’t forget you can leave comments/reviews in our Rose of Sharon Jewelry store.