Work in Style! NEW Beaded Lanyards

With the close of the last jewelry show of 2012, I spend a great deal of time updating the website with all the lovely new beaded jewelry that has been screaming to be posted. There's still more to be listed and that will come soon but....right now, I'm super excited to introduce the newest beaded gifts to grace the Crystal Allure Jewelry website.

It still baffles me why it took so long to start creating beaded lanyards since it's been on the "bucket list", so to speak, for as long as I can remember. Well, a recent event finally pushed them to the front of the studio desk. I happen to work a full time job where I am suppose to wear a badge. Most companies, these days, require workers to wear badges. As a rule, I tend not to wear it everyday but I always have it with me, just in case.

Of course, the other day I get called, last minute, to an important meeting with the CEO and CFO. I grab my stuff and head off....only to discover I forgot my badge! It was at the very moment I realized, DUH!, if I had a laynard, I'd be wearing my badge all day, all the time!

That very night, I started creating and within days, I had ten new handmade beaded lanyards (I kept one for myself, of course) and a half dozen more are in the works. This was one of those 'slap your forehead' kind of moments because really, beaded ID badge holders are a necessity in today's business world. And, if you're anything like me, those pre-stamped cloth lanyards are boring.

~ View each lanyard above using the links below ~

Since that day, I have not forgotten my badge once because I now wear it everyday, with my stylish new beaded lanyard! I love how my work outfit feels complete, stylish and versatile by simply adding one of these ID badge holders to the look.

These are now my newest obsessions and so many more will be coming soon. I hope for now, you enjoy (and pick one up for yourself) the current selections that offer styles for everyday wear, Christmas, holidays, autumn and even spring.

With the upcoming holidays, don't forget, these beautiful beaded lanyards make great gifts for coworkers, nurses, doctors, hospital staff, teachers, or anyone who has a need to wear a badge or carry important keys with them.

~ Midnight Garden Teaberry Sapphire Crystal Beaded Lanyard (L105)
~ Amethyst Crackle Black Diamond Crystal Beaded Lanyard (L102)
~ Blue Stained Glass Crystal Beaded ID Lanyard (L107)

View the full handmade Beaded Lanyard Collection.

Write in Style! NEW Beaded Pens

Can you remember the last time you sat down and hand-wrote a letter? I know I can't! But, I do write something everyday. What makes writing for me more interesting? (especially if I am forced to have to write out checks) I do it in style with my own beaded pen!

These have been a long time coming but they are finally here. These handmade beaded pens are beautiful writing instruments that make the task of writing just a little more elegant.

This collection currently has three new beaded pens available and for a limited time, at a great introductory price (pssst! Introductory price savings end October 1, 2012). Whether you have to write a thank you, a letter to your friend, or even to simply sign your name, do it in style!

Each beaded pen has a retractable pen tip with a slight twist of the pen base and arrives in a velveteen pouch. Total length: 6".

More pen styles will be offered in the future and each pen is one of a kind. Which makes them the perfect unique gift!

Combine one of these beaded pens with a beaded lanyard for the perfect secret Santa, coworker holiday gift. Or choose any one of the handmade beaded gifts for a combination that is sure to make the gift recipient feel special.

Purple Fall Flower Lampwork Bead Pen (BP104)

With a nod to autumn this stunning handmade beaded pen features a handcrafted artisan Lampwork glass bead that has a beautiful purple base with a rich topaz flower. Lampwork beads are accented with gold metal spacers in between Lampwork beads with silver bali style spacers on either end of the purple pen.

Brown Chameleon Lampwork Bead Pen (BP101)

This distinctive handmade beaded pen features beautiful handcrafted artisan boro lampwork glass beads in a lovely chameleon style pattern of brown, turquoise, blue, orange and green colors. No matter how you look at this beaded pen, the color is fascinating! Lampwork beads are accented with 14kt gold fill round beads and antiqued gold ring spacers.

Black Stripe Tube Lampwork Bead Pen (BP100)

This classic handmade beaded pen features a handcrafted artisan furnace cane lampwork glass tube bead with a black and white stripe pattern. Lampwork glass tube is accented with silver basket weave style beads and bali style beads.

Don't Let Summer End! Colorful Tutti Frutti Gemstone Earrings (E274)

Tutti Frutti Handmade Gemstone Beaded Earrings

Summer isn't over just yet. In fact, it doesn't officially end until September 22nd.

The sun is still shining. The weather is still warm. We're still wearing our bright colored summer clothes. And we're still dreaming of summer vacations taken this year.

With the new school year beginning soon (and for some it's already begun), you're probably busy running around getting all the necessary school supplies, new clothes and bus schedules for your child(ren).

For me, this is already done. We didn't jump into getting new clothes as we think our child will hit a growth spurt this year and didn't want to buy clothes that might not fit in a few months. So, she can survive on her current wardrobe. But, all other school supplies are checked off the list. We're ready for the school bus.

But, with the new school year starting, I'm kinda sad to see summer coming to an end. So, I'm still summer shopping...for myself. Although I tend not to get the seasons trendy clothes, I do add that color pop or seasonal accessory compliment to my wardrobe with, none other than Crystal Allure Jewelry. By simply adding a bracelet, necklace or earrings, I instantly update my look at an affordable cost.

As we close out summer 2012, I have four new handmade beaded earrings to share with you. They are one of a kind from the Summer Beaded Jewelry Collection. I came across some beautiful gemstones and was instantly inspired by their tasty colors.

In flavors reminiscent of summer picnics, these one of a kind beaded gemstone earrings feature a faceted dyed jade gemstone accented with Swarovski Crystals, sterling silver twisted rings on sterling silver french hook ear wires. Each measure 1" from the bottom of the ear wire.

Crystal Aqua Blue Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings (E274-AB)

A soothing aqua blue dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling peridot green Swarovski Crystals, sterling silver twist circle rings on sterling silver ear wires. Length is 1" from the bottom of the ear wire.

Crystal Pickle Green Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings (E274-PG)

A tangy pickle green dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling orange hyacinth Swarovski Crystals, sterling silver twist circle rings on sterling silver ear wires. Length is 1" from the bottom of the ear wire.

Crystal Fuchsia Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings (E274-F)

A fruity-licous bold color choice for a more bold personality is our fuchsia dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling purple tanzanite Swarovski Crystals, sterling silver twist circle rings on sterling silver ear wires. Length is 1" from the bottom of the ear wire.

Crystal Apple Green Dyed Jade Gemstone Beaded Earrings (E274-AG)

A delicious apple green dyed jade gemstone faceted disc is accented with sparkling rose pink Swarovski Crystals, sterling silver twist circle rings on sterling silver ear wires. Length is 1" from the bottom of the ear wire.
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Custom Awareness Beaded Bracelet Customer Review

I had a custom epilepsy awareness bracelet made for myself and it turned out beautiful. I get so many compliments on the bracelet, the quality is so wonderful I will definitely have other jewelry made. I definitely recommend Crystal Allure to everyone.
-Laura (Texas)