Marianne Pagel
Jewelry
Mother Nature is my Favorite Artist
Rocks and stones enrich our lives but I also have an ongoing addiction for glass and "lampwork" beads since the 90s, when I lived back in Michigan.
At first, I was just making stringed bracelets and such, just for myself and friends.
Bead Love
Later, I got into "kumihimo" bracelets, which are based on a traditional Japanese artform and craftwork cording.
Stone Love
Some people don't realize how nature can be transformed into something so exquisite.
However, even the oldest civilizations prized stones not only for making instruments but also as adornments.
Bead Embroidery
After learning "kumihimo", bead embroidery came as a natural third step.
At that point lots of people told me to start selling my work, but I didn't make my jewelry available to others until I joined the Rainbow Springs Art Center.
- This piece took me about 15 hours to complete.
Blue Biggs Jasper Cuff
This is a recently found stone, prized for their stunning scenic patterns in deep blue and browns.
I love working with blue cork fabric as a base in the front, and then line the back with ultra-suede.
Caring for your Handmade Jewelry
We all want our special adornments to last forever, so here are some good tips:
- select the right size for you
- don't get them wet
- gently wipe clean, if necessary
- store bracelets and necklaces in jewelry boxes
Deep Color Cuff
I start with the centerpiece, using peyote stitches for the bezzle support around the stone. Then, I raid my stash to see what works well together, picking some unusual shape beads.
Sharing my Passion
Now, when I create a beautiful piece, I want to share it with people.
Please come into our collective art gallery to select your next handmade jewelry.
This is where you will find the best collection of embroidered jewelry available for purchase.
Our prices are reasonable, and we'd love to guide you in acquiring the pieces you love!
Detailed Workmanship
I love working with agates because they are so unique, each one having its own colorful, swirling patterns.