Silver Parrot Designs

Aqua Tile Bracelet

This design started with some perfectly crafted American lampwork artist beads with some of the most precise tile-work I've ever seen. Unlike the less expensive Chinese lampwork, these beads are certified kiln-annealed for strength and durability. I hand wire-wrapped bunches of dangles of onyx, Swarovski crystals and pearls and Czech crystals on sterling silver head pins and added sterling silver beads and Bali spacers to complete the design. This 7.25" bracelet is finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp.

This bracelet started with a fun set of lampwork beads in shades of white, amethyst, periwinkle and spring green by artist Alisha White. I've added Bali silver bead caps and spacers, pearls, Swarovski crystals, Czech glass and some faceted blue lace agate rondelles. The clasp is a sterling silver butterfly toggle. The total length of this bracelet is 7.75".

Bengal Bracelet

Beautiful orange and black lampwork beads with "tiger strip" markings are mixed with Bali silver bead caps, onyx beads and faceted Czech glass rondelles to form a perfect Halloween bracelet or gift for any Cincinnati Bengals fan! The clasp is a sterling silver toggle accented with my own wire-wrapped dangles.

Tangled Hearts Bracelet

This lush bracelet is 7.75" of sterling silver chain adorned with Czech glass, Swarovski crystals and David Christensen furnace glass heart slices. It's perfect for Valentine's Day or a night out on the town! The clasp is a sterling silver heart toggle.

This 7" bracelet started with a fresh bouquet of spring green lampwork beads decorated with light green vines and white and yellow daisies. The beads are lentil-shaped and have been etched for a soft, frosted look. I've added dangles of Bali silver beads, Czech firepolish beads, Swarovski crystals, glass pearls and genuine moonstone. The clasp is a sterling silver butterfly toggle.

As seen in "Bead Trends" May, 2009 issue.

Dark garnet lit with sprinklings of silver dust makes these borosilicate lampwork beads by artist Karl Tseu unforgettable. I've added bunches of sterling silver heart charms, Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls and Czech glass. This 7.5" bracelet is completed with a sterling silver heart toggle clasp.

As seen in "Bead Trends" February, 2010 issue.

This bracelet features beads by artist Karl Tseu which are made from borosilicate glass-a much more difficult medium to work with than the Italian glass normally used for lampwork. Each bead reveals numerous swirls of colors within and must be seen in sunlight to be fully appreciated. I've added hand-wired dangles of pearls and Swarovski crystals along with some Thai silver leaves. The clasp on this 7.75" bracelet is a Thai silver flower toggle.

This beautiful garden bracelet features perfectly formed bouquets of pink, green and white flowers and scrollwork on lampwork beads by artist Alisha White. I've added green ceramic beads and loads of hand-wired dangles of Swarovski crystal, Czech glass leaves and flowers and faceted cats' eye beads. A sterling silver leaf toggle completes this 7" bracelet.

This 7.5" bracelet features lentil-shaped lampwork beads drenched in silvered ivory and layers of iris and aqua foil making them look like Earth as seen from space. I've wire-wrapped them together using 22 gauge sterling silver wire and added plenty of sparkly dangles with Swarovski crystals, faceted pearls and Bali silver beads. The sterling silver toggle clasp is bejeweled with Swarovski crystals and finished off with a sterling silver fleur de lys charm.

This bracelet is a cool breath of spring air. Featuring the beautiful lampwork artistry of Luna Beads, this 7.75" design has clear beads with white roses and green leaves and white spacer beads accented by sparkling West German crystal and Bali sterling silver bead caps. The clasp is a sterling silver toggle accented by two beaded dangles.

I guess growing up in Hawaii and Southern California I've always been near the ocean and that must be why I'm always drawn to beads in "watery" colors. These furnace beads are a perfect example. Part of a set by San Diego glass artists Mingo & Asho, they are gorgeous in shades of aqua, blue and gold. I've paired them with aqua Czech firepolish beads, tanzanite rondelles and Bali vermeil beads. The clasp on this 7" bracelet is a 14kt gold-filled lobster claw.

More of these beautiful "watery" furnace glass beads by Mingo & Asho. This time paired with aqua Czech crystal rondelles and Bali vermeil. This 7.5" bracelet is finished with a 14kt. gold-filled toggle clasp.

This beautiful garden of a bracelet has been planted with lentil-shaped lampwork beads dappled in pastel corals, lavenders and yellows. Accents are provided by Thai silver flowers and Swarovski crystals. A sterling silver butterfly charm hovers in the center and this 8.25" piece is finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp set with genuine amethyst. Matching earrings are available here.

As refreshing as a Mai Tai on a hot summer day, this 8" bracelet features lampwork glass beads in orange with white flowers and white with yellow polka dots. Accents are provided by Bali vermeil bead caps and Swarovski crystals in an incredible color called "fire opal." The clasp is a 14kt gold-filled lobster claw.

These slices of David Christensen's furnace glass sparkle in refreshing shades of pineapple, honeydew and canteloupe with dashes of lemon, lime and orange. I've added some Bali silver, Czech crystals and Swarovski crystals and strung everything on a 7" sterling silver charm bracelet with a lobster clasp. It's a perfectly refreshing summertime concoction that will go great with a sun dress and a tan! See the matching earrings here. Be sure to scroll down the appropriate entry.

Blue and yellow has to be one of my favorite color combinations (go Bruins!) so I was thrilled when Luna Beads put this set up for sale. The bright yellow roses look really stunning against the royal blue background and I've accented them with Bali silver and Swarovski crystals. The clasp on this 8.25" bracelet is a sterling silver heart-shaped toggle. Again, because of the size of the beads, this fits a wrist size of 7.75" or smaller.

Don't be fooled by the 8.5" length of this stunning bracelet. Because of the size of the beads, it actually fits a smaller wrist size (approx. 7.75" or smaller). A beautiful set of lampwork beads in shades of moss green, royal blue, white and some goldstone thrown in for extra sparkle reminds of the "Emerald Isle." Accents are Swarovski and Czech crystals, Bali vermeil bead caps and 14k gold filled beads. The stunning clasp is a 14k gold filled twisted rope toggle. See the matching earrings here.

This sterling silver bangle bracelet is the perfect showcase for gorgeous borosilicate lampwork beads from Karl Tseu. I've added a bunch of Bali silver beads as accents. The scan does not adequately capture the deep and lustrous colors in the glass beads - they shimmer with shades of ruby, amethyst, sky blue and sage green which have to be seen in real life to be believed.

This dainty 7" bracelet is composed of snow white and ice blue lampwork* beads, Bali silver flower charms and my own assortment of hand-wire-wrapped charms made of moonstone, pearls, Swarovski crystals and sterling silver. The clasp is a sterling silver heart toggle.

*The vendor of these beads states that they are genuine lampwork and have been kiln annealed, but I have been unable to verify this claim. Therefore, I am offering this bracelet at a significantly reduced price because I am not able to warranty it for breakage. This bracelet is non-returnable.

Another set of beautiful lampwork beads from Luna Beads. This set is similar to "Sunset Roses" above, but the base glass is opaque peach (not quite as orange-y as the scan) rather than translucent. I've added Swarovski crystals in the color "padparadscha" and Czech crystal rondelles in a pale lavender shade. Bali vermeil spacers and bead caps and a heart-shaped vermeil toggle complete this 7.25" bracelet.

Cobalt blue lampwork beads with fresh accents of white and spring green are accented with Czech and Swarovski crystals to make up this 7" bracelet. Eyelet is a hot trend for the summer and this bracelet would be a perfect accent to a white eyelet sundress!

This unusual bracelet is a core of sterling silver wire that has been covered in a woven tube of tiny glass seed beads. It's 8.25" in circumference and is meant to be worn as a bangle bracelet that just slips on over your hand. A sterling silver star charm accents the bracelet closure.

*This technique is from an article by Nancy Jones in the October, 2002, issue of "Beadwork" magazine. I have changed the type of beads and the color palette.

The construction of this bangle bracelet is a core of sterling silver wire that has been covered in a woven tube of tiny glass seed beads featuring my own pattern of black shot with silver zig zags. It's 8.25" in circumference and is accented with some Bali silver spacers and a sterling silver star charm.

*This technique is from an article by Nancy Jones in the October, 2002, issue of "Beadwork" magazine. I created my own brick stitch pattern in black and silver.

The cool limes and aquas of this bracelet remind me of a summer swimming pool - so cool and refreshing and just begging me to dive in! Come take the plunge with Chinese lampwork, Czech crystal and Bali silver on a sterling silver chain. Total length is 7".

More David Christensen furnace glass in bright citrus and melon shades. Czech and Swarovski crystals and Bali silver add the perfect accents. Total length is 7". See the matching earrings here. Be sure to scroll down the appropriate entry.

This 7.25" bracelet features unusual lampwork from Luna Beads in a lavender and peach color combination. I know it sounds a bit strange, but trust me, this is simply gorgeous in real life. I've added Swarovski crystals in lavender and padparascha (which is sort of a peach/pink combo that doesn't scan as well as it really looks) and 14k gold filled beads. An extra crystal dangles from the 14k gold filled toggle clasp.

These roses have arrived just in time for spring! Pale translucent blue lampwork beads are decorated with aqua and royal blue roses and buds. They're accented with sterling silver beads and Swarovski crystals and some matching blue lampwork spacers. The bracelet is 7.5" in length and is finished with a sterling silver heart toggle clasp.

This bracelet is made with sterling silver tube beads from which hang a veritable garden of Czech glass flowers and leaves in beautiful, spring-like pastel shades. Coordinating Czech crystals are interspersed between the tube beads. The bracelet is 7.5" in length and finished with a sterling silver twisted toggle clasp.

This version of my garden bracelet is done in more wintry shades of deep wine and emerald green with accents of pink. Extra Bali silver beads are interspersed between the sterling silver tube beads and the bracelet is 7.75" in length and is finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp.

This 8" bracelet features pretty furnace glass from artist David Christensen. These beads have white cores and are encased in clear glass with delicate pastel striping. Accent beads are Swarovski crystals in light sapphire and Bali silver beads. The clasp is a sterling silver heart toggle.

I just can't get enough of this beautiful furnace glass. It reminds me of candy - the fancy, stripy kind of hard candy. Must be why I always brave the crowd at the Mingo & Asho booth at the bead shows! This bracelet features furnace glass beads with a clear base striped with red, green, black and twinkly goldstone. I've added red Swarovski crystals and Bali gold vermeil spacers and accent beads. This 7.5" bracelet is finished with a 14kt. gold-filled toggle clasp and a crystal dangle.

Brilliant blue dichroic glass sparkles against hand-forged and patinated copper wirework in this 8" bracelet

This bold, yet feminine bracelet is chock full of foiled pink and white glass beads, pink pearls, Swarovski crystals, faceted white fiberoptic beads an sterling silver. A vintage crystal givre box clasp is the perfect finishing touch to this lush 7" bracelet.

This fun, three-strand bracelet features foiled pink and white glass beads and hammered sterling silver chain. It's 7.5" in length and is finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp.

This 7" bracelet features a tidal wave of gorgeous American artisan lampwork beads from various artists including Sue Beads and KoolKatKlass. I've added loads of sterling and Bali silver and wire-wrapped everything to a sterling silver chain bracelet. The clasp is a sterling silver swirl toggle.

I made this bright and cheerful lampwork charm bracelet during a recent rainstorm. A garden of sunny Czech glass flowers and blue and green Swarovski crystals keep company with bright yellow lampwork beads. A sterling silver lobster claw clasp finishes off this 7" bracelet.

This 8" bracelet is composed of links of Chinese foiled glass beads embellished with dangles of sterling silver, Swarovski crystals and pearls, and Czech glass. The clasp is a sterling silver square toggle clasp.

Softly etched lampwork beads in shades of seafoam and teal are linked with my handcrafted sterling silver wire spiral links and clasp. The wire has been oxidized to bring out the texture and then polished to a subtle shine. Total length is 8.5", but fits a 7.5" wrist due to the size of the beads.

Softly etched turquoise lampwork beads with white scroll detailing are the stars of this 7" bracelet. I've added Swarovski crystal rondelles, sterling silver bead caps, vintage Czech glass fluted beads and a sterling silver toggle clasp.