New Creations

Jade, who owns 5280 Platinum Studios next door, has commissioned two pieces from me. The first is a pair of earrings to match the beautiful silver and gold bracelet that her husband bought her for their anniversary, and the second is a necklace that hasn't even begun to make its way to fruition yet.
So we'll start with the earrings: First I made a short version which I really do love in all antiqued silver.
The bracelet has the CZ's surrounded by a gold bezel, so I decided to make the same earring in the same silver, only with a little gold bezel near the crystal so that they would match. That little change let to a much more bold earring as pictured here:
I love them! They are very sweepy and dangly, but they aren't heavy at all. I plan on keeping this style in my line-up. I haven't come up with a name yet.

Thus far, Gaslight Globes, Fun Globes, and Cats Eye Crystal have been suggested, along with Deux Jolies (which means two pretty in French). Any additions?

Motivation as Inspiration

Today I spent the bulk of my day writing instructions to turn into the Bead&Button Show. I have a long way to go though, so I can't jump for joy yet. I have always wanted to teach at a bigger show like Bead&Button, or be published in a large magazine, and I'm finally getting the courage to start submitting my work. I'm terrified that I'll be turned down once and never try again, but I'm hoping for the best. Wish me luck!