Bridesmaid's choker

[Beadjoux]

Thought I'd post this, I think it's my transition piece from pure beader to silversmith. There are two hammered sterling silver links that join the front piece to the necklace, and I 'stole' them from a bunch of links I've been making for a sample silver chain for myself to wear. The beads are all Swarovski, bicones and Chaton montees, woven on Beadalon 19 strand .46 gauge wire.

The wedding is tomorrow, so it will be seen in public for the first time.

[Dennis]

I hope it will draw favourable comments after all your hard work. Shall we call you by your name now that we know you? Regards Dennis.

[Beadjoux]

I hope it will draw favourable comments after all your hard work. Shall we call you by your name now that we know you? Regards Dennis.

Yes, go for it Dennis! I'm Julie Gibson.

[Aurarius]

That looks splendid, Julie. It'll be very satisfying seeing it worn on such a special occasion, and you'll be getting some compliments, I'm sure.

[Beadjoux]

Thank you very much! Here it is in situ...pal concentrating too hard on getting a good shot of the piece to smile! Ha!

[Wallace]

looks wonderful Julie

great balance of shape and colour. You should be very happy with your hard work and lovely creation.

[Tabby66]

Stunning piece, looks lovely!! (I look overly serious if I'm trying to capture something in a selfie.......keeps the family entertained )

[Beadjoux]

looks wonderful Julie

great balance of shape and colour. You should be very happy with your hard work and lovely creation.

Thanks Wallace, I am relieved the colours worked, I had only photos of the dress to work from as we live 300 miles apart.

[Beadjoux]

Stunning piece, looks lovely!! (I look overly serious if I'm trying to capture something in a selfie.......keeps the family entertained )

Thanks Jill! I don't do selfies, I always look daft!

[metalsmith]

Sorry for not replying earlier. Truth be told, the first photos perplexed me. I understand it much better now it can be seen in context. Its a lovely piece! What is the central disc - is that silver too?