**Just a few more days until the big blog Give Away!  Enter here if you haven’t already done so….and good luck!**

Once the 4th of July comes around, it really hits me that we’re practically smack in the middle of summer.  And I feel a bit of a panic because I realize it’s going by too fast….after waiting all year for these long, warm days.  This is truly my favorite time of the year.  I can’t believe I haven’t been posting more summer-inspired jewelry, so I’m not going to waste any more time.   Ocean Treasures are pieces with a LOT of handwrought sterling silver wire, glass beads, Hilltribe silver charms, Swarovsi crystal, hammered coils and amazonite  nuggets.  The beautiful boro beads by  DeMarie Rossi are full of depth and color.

While I was out perusing some of the wonderful blogs by the entrants to the current blog Give Away, I found many summer-inspired pieces that I’d like to share here with you.  Please visit the blogs of these talented ladies to see more!

Theresa Buchle of Bead-Mused is a beadwork instructor who uses Japanese seed beads.  Just look at this intricate bracelet…it took 50 hours to create!

Coral Reef by Theresa Buchle

This next bracelet features incredible wirework and a pretty focal.  Susan of Hot Rocks Glass Jewels has a way with pairing her creations with rock lyrics; you’ll have fun visiting her site.

Gypsy by Susan of Hot Rocks Glass Jewels

Susan was so sweet and gave me a blog award…nothing like a little blog bling! 🙂

And if you’ve never read Cerebral Dilettante, Keirsten Giles’ blog, you’re in for a treat.  Keirsten has a way with words and her blog always brings a smile…she’s one clever lady who is equally talented creating jewelry.

Brass pendant and necklace by Keirsten of Lune Designs

I can’t wait to see your summer-inspired jewelry too….please feel free to leave a link to show off your designs!! 🙂