What's Old is New Again

Happy New Week to all of you!

Let me tell you about my necklace collection:

These are souvenirs from Asia, Africa & Latin America.

Here's what's blah about them -- I haven't worn them in years.

Maybe because I've put them on so many times, or

they don't seem to match my outfits anymore or

sometimes, I feel they are too "ethnic".

Do you feel the same with your jewelry, too?

If so, I think it's time for some blah to TADA!

Since these aren't precious heirlooms,

I decided to remove them from their strings.

{Empty egg cartons come in handy for this!}

Then I strung different beads together

giving them a new look.

This is a long red necklace

accented with two gold beads.

This one combines red & bronze wooden beads

with yellow gold Swarovski-like crystals.

I knotted a gold chain on this pendant

for a more modern look.

I can wear them individually or

mix them up.

Here's another combination.

All three necklaces layered together

can add sparkle to a simple attire.

More tomorrow!