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Post by Irith-Rita on May 14, 2024 14:47:24 GMT -6
About ten years ago I handcrafted a large three dimensional Rose Gold toggle clasp in 14K Gold. I added it to a necklace of large amorphic Agate and Amber beads. At first I I tried to sell it, but then I decided to keep it to myself. As it is a bib or choker, and I love it just a little bit longer, I think I will remake it and add a few beads. I don't know when I will get to do it  so I am posting it here now. The pin entering the loop - I tried to make it shorter, but then realized it came out easily and feared that it might slip out too easily and I might lose the necklace, so I made a longer pin. It feels safer now .   |
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Post by brad on May 14, 2024 15:24:09 GMT -6
I like that necklace. Both the stones and the clasp! I am only learning about women’s necklace lengths and preferences. I think that clasp should get preferential attention/prominence, so it will be interesting to see the changes you make. Brad
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Post by DawninCal on May 15, 2024 12:54:56 GMT -6
Both the necklace and the clasp are beautiful, Irith! The clasp shows such fine workmanship. Did you design the necklace so that the clasp is worn in front? There are some really lovely clasps out there and I've always thought it a shame that they end up at the nape of the neck hidden by hair or clothing. You've got me wanting to experiment with designs that make the clasp the star of the show. Dawn |
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Post by caeterle on May 16, 2024 9:36:51 GMT -6
A stunner. I love all the different colors of the beads and the clasp is definitely the cherry on top!
If you make it longer, I could also imagine the clasp being worn on the side, so it will definitely stay in the focus of the person looking at it.
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Post by michelle on May 17, 2024 5:49:53 GMT -6
Absolutely beautiful, Irith! The clasp is amazing. I’m not surprised you kept it for yourself.  |
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Post by Irith-Rita on May 18, 2024 15:39:38 GMT -6
Thanks to all of you for your kind words. Dawn you are right I designed the clasp to be in front. Cat, I actually wear it on the side. I didn't show the side photograph because the picture was not so good. But here it is:  |
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Post by caeterle on May 18, 2024 22:12:09 GMT -6
That's exactly how I thought, Irith. Great minds! |
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Post by Irith-Rita on May 19, 2024 9:33:13 GMT -6
Thanks Cat |
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Post by DawninCal on May 19, 2024 10:50:14 GMT -6
Oooo, I like that look even better than wearing the clasp in the center! Dawn |
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Post by Irith-Rita on May 27, 2024 11:54:12 GMT -6
Thank you Dawn |
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so I am posting it here now.
