In this category you will find beads made with several different methods. Primarily there will be jewelry made with furnace blown glass. These beads are also called "Cane beads" and are made
using the same type of tools and furnaces used in off-hand glass blowing.
I'm particularly drawn to this type of bead because I've taken several
classes which have allowed me to try my hand at this -- its like being
part of a very hot magic show. The bubble of air that is blown into the
gather of glass at the beginning of the process is what eventually
becomes the hole within the cane. There are numerous techniques used to
color and shape the canes. A common feature is the use of an outer
layer of transparent, colorless glass which magnifies the interior
layers of color. These truly are works of art in themselves. There are
many "hotshops" throughout the United States making this type of bead but
some of the finest, and my favorites, are made by Olive Glass on Lopez Island in Washington.
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Tuxedo Black - Bobble Branch Earrings Droplets of Balinese silver have been added to Sterling silver rolo chain to create a branch-like effect. Dangling at the bottom is a sparking slice of furnace blown glass (Olive Glass) in a shade of deepest black. At just 1-1/2" from top to bottom, this classy earring drops from Sterling French hook earwires. One one of a kind ~ $38.00. SOLD - Please let me know if you'd like me to recreate this design. |
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Comet Tail - Earrings The length, shape and brilliance of these Czech lampworked glass beads inspired this design. With a base layer of shimmering silver foil encased in crystal clear glass, these beads are sparkling and bright. The crinkled texture of the foil layer reminds me of a meteor shower, the flower element that joins them to the crystal embellished Sterling earwire can also be thought of as star-like. With a length of - 2-1/4" these dramatic earrings are ~ SOLD. Oooh, I hope I see a bead of this lovely shine and length again! In the meantime let me know if you'd like a custom piece with a similar design. |
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Comet Tail - Necklace Made to complement the earrings in the listing above, this starry necklace has a minimalist look and asymmetrical detail. The slender, shimmering silver of the Czech lampworked pendant has been accented on just one side with Austrian crystals which sparkle and gleam between the lacy links. The delicate 15-1/2" Sterling chain is secured with a Sterling spring ring clasp and is adjustable with up to an extra 1-1/2", (pendant length - 1-1/2"). ~ $48.00/SOLD. I'd be happy to make something similar for you, just click on the photo and email using the link. |
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Amethyst & Amber - Double Loop Earrings Long with lots of swing! These transparent slices of furnace glass dance at the ends of some lacy Sterling silver chain. The rings securing the drops to the earwire have a corrugated texture similar to the glass. The lovely shades of purple and warm golden yellow are accented with Swarovski crystals on the Sterling French hook earwires. The complete length is 2-18". One of a kind ~ $42.00 This pair has SOLD, please let me know if you'd like to see this style in a different color. |
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Sugar Sphere - Earrings These unusual beads are made of lampworked glass from the Czech Republic. With a core color of deepest purple and a surface coated with tiny bits of glass in the deepest green, these have a rather dark and mysterious feel. The pebbled texture of the glass has been accented by the clean lines of the wire wrapped cap on top, and smooth Balinese silver drops on the bottom. This design has a contemporary feel and has been completed with Sterling silver french hook earwires. Overall length is - 1-3/8". ~ $38.00 |
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Magenta and Violet Ice Trapeze Earrings The focal point of these earrings are the borosilicate glass beads with rich hues of the magenta. The color is magnified by a generous layer of crystal clear glass on top of the colored layer. Swinging from lacy links of Sterling chain and accented with soft violet Austrian crystal and Turkish silver, these are sure to turn heads. With Sterling silver lever-back earwires the overall length is - 2". ~ $48.00 This first pair has SOLD, let me know if you'd like me to make another! |
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Zing! Teardrop Trio Earrings Dance the night away, they'll stay put! Cool and bright, these contemporary earrings are securely finished with Sterling silver lever-back earwires. The cool teal is contrasted with a bright citrus green. The three teardrops suspended below complement the elliptical shape of the furnace blown glass (Olive Glass). Measuring 1-7/8" top to bottom, these are a one of a kind pair ~ $65.00, SOLD that's it for this lovely bead. I can of course recreate the design using a different focal bead and color if you wish. |
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Topaz Olive - Wedge Necklace The central element of this necklace, an elliptical cane bead, features a sparkling field of deep olive with a streak of golden topaz above and below. Suspended from a lacy Sterling chain, and embellished with alternating pairs of Swarovski crystal and Turkish silver, this design offers a contemporary style with delicate detail and rich color. Secured with a Sterling silver spring ring clasp which can be joined in any of the links, the length varies from 16-1/2" to 18". ~ $76.00 SOLD |
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Full Spectrum Plaid Earrings These exquisitely made cane beads have been turned into earrings that are bright, vibrant and impressive in their simplicity. There are only three hues of primary colors, red, blue and yellow, used in the glass. Due to the transparency and twist given to the cane as it was pulled, the overlap of the colors creates shades of orange, green and purple. The twist detail in the cane is emphasized by the finely ground linear pattern on the surface and the slightly tapered ends of the beads. Finished with gold-filled beads and lever-back earwires, the total length is 1-7/8". ~$72.00 This longer length bead has sold out, there are several short versions available, please email for a photo to consider. |
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Grass Green and Royal Blue Slender Cylinder Earrings The combination of these two cool colors results in a crisp, clean, contemporary feeling .The cane beads used in these earrings are exceptionally slender, a rare thing due to the possibililty of collapsing the cane when it is pulled out to such a narrow dimension. Swinging freely from Turkish silver flowers and graced with a single turned spiral, these are 2" in length from the top of the Sterling silver lever-back earwires to the bottom of the spiral. ~ $72.00 SOLD |
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Damson Plum Pinstripe Earrings The deep violet opaque core of the glass is accented with a delicate stripe in jet black. Simple, clean and very contemporary, very appealing for those with a preference for understated style. These are suspended from Sterling silver lever-back earwires and measure 1-1/4". ~ $38.00 |
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Full Spectrum - Slice Drop Earrings The pastel shades in this intricately twisted cane make these a very versatile earring design. It would coordinate with almost any color in the rainbow. Dancing at the bottom is a very funny little bubble shaped sliced cane bead which has a hint of coral color at its core. With Sterling silver earwires the total length is 1-3/4". ~ $46.00 |
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Rose Rectangle - Slice Drop Earrings Stylishly modern, icy clear slices swing from a section of oblong Sterling chain. With a splash of bright rose these earrings are both fun and feminine. A simplistic design such as this works well when choosing a gift when you are unsure of the recipients style preference. Finished with Sterling silver french hook earwires, the length top to bottom is 1-3/4". ~ $36.00, one pair left! |
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Forest Melange Bracelet Moss, spruce and fern. Cool, crisp colors reminiscent of a forest glade grace this elegant design. The sleek shape of the cane beads is joined by the sparkle of Swarovski crystal accented with Turkish silver. End to end with a toggle closure the length is 7". ~ 75.00 |
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Forest Leaf Earrings Surrounded with an icy clear outer layer, the woodsy, refreshing green of these is a match for the bracelet above. If your a fan of green, these simple earrings with a minimal accent of Turkish silver, are sure to become well-loved. Completed with Sterling silver french hook earwires with an overall length of 1-1/4". ~ $38.00 |
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Candy Stripe Bracelet The glossy, transparent pink core of the cane beads is enhanced with a very fine snow white stripe. Swarovski crystals in opalescent milky white and soft petal pink complete this feminine color scheme. Secured with a Turkish silver toggle style clasp the overall length is 7-3/4". ~ $75.00 |
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Persian Melon Bracelet Warm with the colors of tropical fruits or blooms, this stylish bracelet makes me think of far off places. The design was inspired by the glowing melon hue of the translucent cane beads. Austrian crystal in rich tones of golden topaz and rose pink, flecked with gold heighten the floral impression. With a Turkish silver toggle clasp the length measures 7-1/4". ~ $75.00 |
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Persian Melon Earrings With some small detailed Turkish silver beads accenting the luminous cane beads and flickering crystals, these earrings are a fine complement to the bracelet above. Measuring 1-1/2" top to bottom with Sterling silver earwires. ~ $40.00 |
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Caribbean Midnight Bracelet The deep, cool teal green of these cane beads is evocative of the color you see in moonlit waves rolling ashore a tropical beach. The Austrian crystal accents of twinkling peacock blue, jet black are paired with floral elements of Turkish silver. End to end it measures 7-1/2" ~ $75.00 |
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Spring Lilac Bracelet Lilac, one of the first blooms of spring with the gentle mauve tone is united here with the refreshing green found in the accompanying leaves. Each cane bead is balanced with a pale violet Swarovski crystal. Detailed Turkish silver caps provide further embellishment creating a design with an delicate feel. Clasped with a toggle style closure, the finished length is 7-1/4". ~ SOLD, let me know if I can make a similar design for you! |
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Spring Lilac Earrings Encased in a brilliantly clear outer layer, the opaque pop of soft purple in these furnace blown glass beads is magnified. The turned Sterling spiral at the bottom combined with the leaf green of the Austrian crystal enhances the floral feel of the colors. Paired with Sterling silver earwires the length top to bottom is 1-5/8". ~ SOLD, I can recreate a similar design for you, just email! |
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Raspberries Cubed Necklace Three icy cubes of raspberry pink are centered among the bold links of Sterling silver chain. Sweet and simple, for just a bit of fun detail, this is a lovely design to wear with any neckline. This can be adjusted by fastening the Sterling silver spring ring clasp to different links in the chain, maximum length is 15-3/4". ~ $56.00, this piece has sold, let me know if you'd like a similar design. |
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Spearmint - Slide Sideways Necklace Are you someone who likes to fiddle with their jewelry? This will be just the thing for you. These beads, slices of furnace blown glass, all ride freely atop the Sterling silver rolo chain. Shades of blue, green and aqua are spaced with various textures of Turkish silver rings. In both opaque and transparent glass, these playful shapes are full of life. Closing with a Sterling silver spring ring clasp, the minimum length of the necklace is 16-1/2" with an extension of 1-1/2". ~ $65.00 |
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Lime, Aqua, Cobalt - Slide Sideways Necklace Brilliant lime, marine blue and turquoise, each of the vivid cane beads used in this snappy design are made with refreshing tones. These are especially vibrant because of the opaque core color. The glass beads are seen distinctly due to the addition of Turkish silver rings between each of the larger beads. Closing with a Sterling silver spring ring clasp, the minimum length of the necklace is 17" with an extension of 1-1/4". ~ $68.00 |