{"id":7654,"date":"2010-01-07T03:31:51","date_gmt":"2010-01-07T11:31:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/?p=7654"},"modified":"2010-01-08T18:17:58","modified_gmt":"2010-01-09T02:17:58","slug":"bohemian-style-polymer-clay-jewelry-inspired-by-louis-vuitton-charms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/bohemian-style-polymer-clay-jewelry-inspired-by-louis-vuitton-charms\/7654\/","title":{"rendered":"Bohemian Style Polymer Clay Jewelry Inspired By Louis Vuitton Charms"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Purse <\/span>“Polymer clay has now become my number one passion and I love making beads, jewellery, keyrings etc. etc.” ~Susan-B<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Although I do not consider myself to be a fashion pundit, ever since I started making polymer clay beads, I do watch jewelry trends with a much more interested eye. This was the case the other day while watching Fashion Files’ coverage of the Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton Spring\/Summer 2010 Fashion Show.<\/span><\/p>\n

Clipped onto every purse, bag and clutch were these outrageously large, fringes, feathers, furry tails, and clunky beaded charms that shook and shimmied as the models strutted down the cat walk.<\/span><\/p>\n

When I saw that, all I could think about was the funky tribal beads and bohemian style charms I could make for my own purse. I also thought of the fringes and tassels already stashed in my sewing drawers, and immediately went to work creating some purse charms of my own.<\/span><\/p>\n

Albeit not nearly as large and dramatic as the Louis Vuitton charms (or as expensive at $200 – $400 each), I came up with a more livable<\/em> sized purse charm that works well for me.<\/span><\/p>\n

I created the purse charm you see in the photo above using some faux bone beads<\/a>, a faux coral bead, some tribal cane<\/a> beads, some feathers (attached to a wire cord end<\/a>), a faux raku bead<\/a>, a few African recycled glass beads, a hammered copper jewelry clasp<\/a> and a silk tassel for a little sassy movement.<\/span><\/p>\n

I like it a lot. Makes me feel like I am somewhat fashion forward, since the inspiration for the piece came from a line that isn’t even available in stores yet. And\u00a0 it makes me feel oh so artsy, cause I made it myself, for less than a couple of bucks!<\/span><\/p>\n

Tell me… Have you ever used something you’ve seen on the runways as inspiration for your jewelry making projects? And if so, how do your closest fans and critics respond to your worldy fashion sense? I am curious to hear your stories…<\/span><\/p>\n

Dear Cindy, How nice to hear from you! I am from the UK but have lived here in Florence Italy for almost 27 years, am married to an Italian and have two bilingual boys. I find that Italians are not particularly into crafts and I often have a very hard time explaining just how I use polymer clay to make beads! I have enjoyed doing various crafts over the years from rock painting to cross stitch but polymer clay has now become my number one passion and I love making beads, jewellery, keyrings etc. etc. I have three of my best fans and critics living right here with me so I can’t wait to show off the new techniques that I learn from you just to see their reactions. I am full of admiration for what you do and the online community you have created and am so happy to have found you on the internet! With all best wishes, <\/span>~Susan-B<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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<\/td>\n** Win Some Beads:<\/strong><\/span><\/span> Would you like to win a gift package of handmade beads made by me personally? If so, I sure would appreciate your feedback about a new giveaway contest I’m thinking about launching: Polymer Clay Beads, Handmade by Cindy Lietz<\/a><\/span> <\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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