Explanation of Materials Used

I use only the best materials for my jewelry.

For example:
1. I use 49 strand, 26 pound sterling silver beading wire. This is so strong it could pull a truck :)
2. I use only Swarovski crystals in 3mm, 4mm, 6mm, 8mm and sometimes 10mm sizes. Sometimes bigger!
3. I use sterling silver beads when requested. Sterling costs more than silver plated. Most people cannot tell the difference. Sometimes I can't tell the difference. I am more than willing to use all sterling silver beads when requested, otherwise I will use bright silver plated beads.
4. For gold beads, I use gold plated beads. Pure gold would be bought at a jewelry store and would not be as personal. Sometimes I use 24 K plated beads.
5. For the letter beads, I do use sterling silver beads because there is little difference in price and they just look a lot better. Gold letter beads are difficult to get, but if you are willing to wait, it can be done.

Have any questions? Email me and I'd be more than happy to answer!