In a recent Beading Daily post, Jean Campbell listed a few of her favorite Beading Daily projects.  I glanced over the projects and one just jumped right out… Janice Berkebile’s Jeweled Pea Pods.  I’ve always admired Janice’s wirework and never tried any of her tutorials …so I clicked on over to the Interweave Store and downloaded the project.  Now I must admit my pea pod didn’t turn out the best…I’ve never been one for intricate fine wire coiling….and the pod turned out too small for the pretty Thai silver beads I had hoped to use, but I like it!

I had the idea of adding 6 “peas” to the pod to represent my family…and then a Family Necklace started to come together.  Just the other day I created an initial-stamped heart using copper and brass sheet metal.  I was practicing riveting, something I have been wanting to learn for some time.  Luckily Jeanette was kind enough to teach me the tricks to riveting recently.  I also stamped some hugs and kisses {xoxo} on sterling silver sheet.  I oxidized the pendants with the really amazing Liver of Sulfur Gel, tumbled the necklace in my trusty tumbler, and the project was complete!

Have a great afternoon everyone!