Silver Parrot Designs

Of course, everyone knows that diamonds are a girls best friend and while we can't always afford the sparkly kind, the diamond shape is certainly affordable and stylish...especially when it comes in hammered sterling silver components accented with faceted briolettes of aqua quartz. Sterling silver French hooks finish off these pretty 2.25" earrings.

White, "pillow-shaped" freshwater pearls and faceted silver accented beads set off these disks of lapis lazuli stone. Earrings are finished with sterling silver feather charms and sterling silver lever-back earring hooks.

This look is casual and icy cool! Marquis-cut faceted quartz dangles inside sterling silver dreamcatcher hoops. These earrings are 1.75" in length and hang from sterling silver French hooks.

I found these cute little sterling silver filigree findings at a recent bead show and couldn't wait to decorate them with something fun. Tanzanite rondelles and classic white pearls are the perfect complement. These earrings are 2.5" in length and hang from sterling silver French hooks.

Delicate sterling silver filigree earring tops are bedecked with briolettes of genuine amethyst and synthetic blue topaz. The blue topaz hangs from a length of sterling silver chain for extra "swing." These earrings are 2.5" in length and are finished with sterling silver French hooks.

This pretty pair of sterling silver earring components is bedecked with turquoise and freshwater pearls for a fun, summery look. Total length is 2".

In anticipation of summer, these earrings feature Czech glass teardrops and rondelles in sky blue and cool, lakewater blue. Citrine chips are added for that dash of summer sunshine. Delicate gold earring tops and gold filled French hooks complete these 2.5" earrings.

These fun and flirty earrings feature this season's trendiest stones - coral and turquoise. I threw in a few freshwater pearls for good measure and wired everything to sterling silver chain. They are 2.25" long and hang from sterling silver French hooks.

These beautiful emerald green lampwork beads are a perfect match for the Emerald Isle bracelet. They are 1.5" in length and feature Bali vermeil spacers.

These earrings are 3" of pink shell disks hand wrapped on sterling silver wire and finished with sterling silver French hooks. They are a perfect match for the Mermaid's Treasure necklace.

This is another pair of earrings to match the Mermaid's Treasure necklace. They are 2" in length and feature two different colors and sizes of pink shell disks hand wrapped on sterling silver wire and finished with sterling silver French hooks.

Faceted pillows of aqua quartz are accented with Bali silver spacers and garnet rondelles. These 2" earrings hang from sterling silver French hooks.

These 2" of pale silver freshwater pearls woven with misty blue Czech firepolish beads and sterling silver chain are double the pleasure and double the fun. Instead of a single "ribbon" section, with these beauties you get two gorgeous "ribbons." These earrings are finished with sterling silver leverback tops.

Shades of blue, purple, silver, gray, green, pink and lavender flit back and forth on the rainbow surface of these freshwater peacock pearls. They are interwoven in a double ribbon with sterling silver chain and genuine Swarovski crystals in a lovely Montana blue color. These 2.25" earrings are finished with some special Bali silver leverback tops.

2.25" of gorgeous blue peacock pearls are woven with gunmetal gray glass seed beads on a sterling silver chain. These peacock pearls are so wonderful because they pick up a whole rainbow of wintry colors such as blue, gray, purple, etc. The earrings are finished with sterling silver leverback tops

Hold a glass of your favorite bubbly up to these earrings and you'll see that the beautiful gold freshwater pearls match what's in your glass perfectly. The pearls are interwoven with topaz-colored Czech firepolish beads and 14k gold-filled chain. They are a dramatic 3" long and hang from 14k gold-filled leverback tops. As seen in "Bead Trends" magazine August, 2009 issue.

These earrings are 2.5" of delicate 14k gold filled chain bedecked with moss green peacock pearls and light amethyst Swarovski crystals. They are perfect alone or as a match for the Spring Ribbon necklace on the necklace page. Be sure to scroll down to the correct entry.

Another pair of David Christensen furnace glass beads - this pair features a sky blue background and pastel stripes. The earrings are 2" in length and include sunny yellow Swarovski crystals and Bali silver spacers.

Luscious lime centers and rainbow stripes are the hallmark of these beautiful David Christensen furnace glass beads. I've paired them with Bali vermeil spacers and 14k gold filled French hooks. Total length is 2.25"

Hammered gold plate hoops circle around Swarovski crystal teardrops in a special color called "Titan." These 2" earrings are finished with 14k gold filled French hooks.

This 1.75" pair of earrings features David Christensen furnace glass and Swarovski crystal and is a perfect match for either of the Melon Madness bracelets on the bracelet page. Be sure to scroll down to the correct entries.

I've accented delicate sterling silver filigree "fans" with Swarovski crystals in "Montana Blue" and "Light Blue Topaz." Clear Japanese glass teardrop beads add an extra bit of swing and sparkle. These earrings are 2.5" in length and are finished with sterling silver French hooks.

These 2.75" earrings feature beautiful sterling silver filigree tops accented with briolette of blueberry "quartz"* and hand-made dangles of Czech crystal and seed beads. The French hooks at the top are sterling silver.

*Note: Blueberry "Quartz" is actually a man-made glass product.

A beautiful day at the beach, complete with red-striped umbrella is depicted in these amazing lampwork beads. I've added Swarovski crystals and sterling silver sand dollar charms. These 2.5" earrings are finished with sterling silver French earring hooks.

These beautiful porcelain beads are hand-painted by artist Kevin Chen. I've added vermeil beads and spacers and some amethyst-colored Swarovski crystals. The finishing touches are 14k gold-filled French earring hooks. Total length is 2.25".

Stunning Murano lampwork cubes from Venice, Italy flash in tones of black, gold and rose pink. The color combination reminds me of black cherry soda. I've added gold vermeil spacers, 14k gold filled beads and French earring hooks and topped it all off with a pair of Swarovski crystals in one of their latest colors - rose satin. These earrings are 1.5" long.

These 1.5" earrings feature fabulous turquoise glass cubes infused with scraps of gold leaf from the Murano bead factories of Venice, Italy. They don't need much additional adornment so I've kept things simple by added a touch of gold vermeil and Swarovski crystals in a versatile color called chrysolite. The earrings are finished with 14k gold-filled French hooks.

Beautiful glass heart beads from the Murano glass factories of Venice, Italy. White cores are overlaid with gold leaf, drizzled with black stringers and then encased in a transparent rose glass. The color combination reminds me of Black Cherry soda. I've added gold vermeil spacers, 14k gold filled beads and leverback earring findings to create these 2.25" earrings. The finishing touch is provided by Swarovski bicone crystals in a new color - rose satin.

When I look at the lovely colors in these 3" earrings, I can't help but think of the spectacular waters off Hawaii. I've loaded sterling silver chain with Swarovski crystals in shades ranging from palest blue, to deep turquoise with accents of lime green and chrysolite. Some white freshwater pearls, sterling and Bali silver beads are added in for contrast and a pretty piece of furnace glass adds the finishing touch at the bottom. The earring tops are sterling silver leverbacks. Is it summer yet?

These sweet 2.5" earrings are made from foiled Chinese glass that I've wire-wrapped wtih sterling silver wire and Bali silver spacers. The ear hooks are also sterling. These earrings are a perfect match for my Cotton Candy Necklace or either of my Cotton Candy Bracelets.

These 2" earrings feature hand-painted porcelain disk beads by artist Kevin Chen and are accented with blue and peach Swarovski crystals and 14k gold fill beads. The earring tops are 14k gold fill French hooks.

Beautiful hand-painted porcelain disk beads by artist Kevin Chen take center stage in these 1.75" earrings. I've added 14k gold fill beads and red Swarovski crystals as accents and finished everything off with 14k gold fill French hooks.

I've been hoarding these lovely lampwork beads in my bead stash for years waiting for the perfect design inspiration to feature them. I hope the addition of the light rose Swarovski crystals and freshwater pearls really shows off the dainty feminity and true artistry of the lampwork. These earrings are 1.75" long and are finished with 14k gold filled French hooks.

Pretty frit-covered lampwork lentil beads are accented with violet Swarovski crystals and sterling silver butterfly charms in these 2.5" earrings. A matching bracelet is available here.

This is another pair of furnace glass earrings that coordinates with the Melon Madness bracelets. This set of earrings is 1.5" and also includes Bali silver spacers.

These 2" earrings feature hand-crafted porcelain oval disks that are reminiscent of antique lace. I've added touches of Bali vermeil along with Swarovsky crystals in Montana blue and platinum Swarovski crystal pearls. 14k gold filled French earring hooks complete the look.

These fun and bright clay disks are from Winchell Clay Works. I've added some Czech glass flower beads, a sterling silver flower link and Swarovsk crystals to create these cute 2.25" earrings. The tops are sterling silver French hooks.

These fun and bright clay disks are from Winchell Clay Works. I've added some Czech glass beads and Swarovski crystals to create these cute 2" earrings hanging from sterling silver French hooks.

The swirls of melted glass frit ranging across these black lampwork beads reminded me of pictures I'd seen of solar flares in space. I've accented these outstanding lampwork beads with Swarovski crystals, Bali vermeil star spacers and hammered vermeil hoops. The earrings measure 2.5" and hang from 14k gold fill French hooks.

Bright green apple jade briolettes come alive when paired with purple jade rounds and oxidized sterling silver wire. These earrings are 2.5" long and are finished with sterling silver French hooks.

What better way to cheer up a dreary outlook than with fun, bright earrings. Green apple jade briolettes are perfect when when paired with pink candy jade rondelles and oxidized sterling silver wire. These earrings are 2.5" long and are finished with sterling silver French hooks.

Reminiscent of the green fire seen in the sky over Alaska, these stunning borosilicate lampwork beads come to life when paired with peridot green Swarovski crystal rondelles. Bali vermeil star spacers and earring hooks add the perfect finishing touches to this pair of 1.75" earrings.

Cute teal lampwork beads are dusted with white frit and dots of jet black. I've added jet black Swarovski crystals and Bali silver bead caps. Sterling silver leaf dangles and French hook tops complete these 2.5" earrings

Cool aqua Amazonite pebbles are wire-wrapped to faceted purple jade rounds and vermeil spacers to make these 2.5" earrings. The tops are 14k gold fill French hooks.

Plump pebbles of cool amazonite stone top artisan-crafted shield-shaped links made of shibuichi metal. I've added my own wire-wrapping details of oxidized sterling silver and topped these 2.5" earrings with sterling silver French earring hooks