The 2010 Crafty Ireland St Patrick's Day Treasure Hunt is now on

Head on over to the Crafty Ireland blog and enter. Hidden in some members shops are 13 letters, find them all and work out the jumbled phrase and you could win over €150 worth of fabulous, wondrous, stupendous original goodies from a selection of the Crafty Ireland team.

For the Bride -- Cora, Swarovski Pearl Bracelet & Earrings

I have been working on some more bridal pieces and have just started to uploaded these to my shop. "Cora" (bracelet and earrings) are made with ivory/off white swarovksi pearls. Two sizes of pearl are handwired into shape to form 3 rows. Very pretty and still very dramatic. See more like this in my online shop.

Lots and lots of gold plated beads

I received a shipment of gold plated beads, lots and lots of them so have been experimenting with ideas. Love the fact that so many creations can be made from a simple bead ;o)

Long Dangle Earrings - Swarovski Crystal

These elegant long earrings feature swarovski cystals offset with a large round crystal (10mm). The earrings measure 2.75" in length from the tops of the wires (ie. where the earrings enter the ear). Even though these earrings are light they are still very dramatic and shine beautifully under the light.

These earrings would suit bride/bridesmaids but are also perfect for a special occasion.

View more items like this at my shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/lilabelledesign
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Latest Additions - Vintage Style Necklace, Hand Sewn Drop Earrings

Have been busy creating more bridal pieces. The romantic necklace above features a swarovski crystal filigree flower, offset with ivory swarovski pearls. The earrings feature 15 swarovski crystals hand sewn to form drops. For further details check out my shop.

Pink, Pink, Pink......Sponge Coral

I recently got my hands on some beautiful sponge coral and my first creation is the necklace above. Sponge coral is a natural organic substance; as it is farmed and not removed from the Coral Reef it does not cause the environmental damage associated with traditional corals. Sponge coral has a polished appearance and is available in such lovely colours as the pink above. Will be uploading to my shop soon.

New Crafty Ireland Member...

I am now a member of Crafty Ireland. Looking forward to meeting more Irish crafters ;o)

Introducing..... Cherry Orchard Design

As a purveyor of beautiful jewelry I would like to introduce a relatively new entrant to the Dublin market. Cherry Orchard Design sources material from around the world so as to create individuality within all its designs. Beads are imported from Bali, Thailand, USA, Greece, China, Italy, Africa and of course our own native country, where they have been able to support Irish Designers in Glass and Metalwork.

Cherry Orchard Design has created new and innovative designs to complement today's fast moving fashions, but at the same time provide value for money for all their customers young and old.

Visit Cherry Orchard Design's website...

Here comes the bride.....

I have been working on different designs for my bridal collection. Have started uploading these to etsy and will have more up over the coming weeks. The main materials I am using for this collection are freshwater pearls, swarovski crystal - different shapes and styles, and swarovski pearls. The colours can be changed on these and so work equally well for other members of the bridal party, contact me via etsy for any special requests.

Flowers, Flowers Everywhere

Having a massive interest in everything to do with flowers it would be that some of my designs would include some aspects of this. This hairband is so dainty and pretty and the dash of pink crystal is just what is needed to catch the eye!





To see more items like this visit my shop.

Welcome to my blog

Welcome to lila belle design. I create handmade jewellery using semi precious gemstones, swarovski crystal, pearls, sterling silver, designer glass and much much more. I am inspired by beautiful things and create jewellery which is unique and elegant. I love experimenting with colour and incorporating different techniques e.g sewing, weaving etc.

I am available for custom orders, if you have any specific requests just let me know.