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  • circle and bar necklaces by french ostrich

    Circle and Bar Necklace Gold and Silver 18″

    $35.00

    This circle and bar necklace sports a 1.5″ hoop with a 1.25″ bar dropping in the middle of the hoop. The crystal chaton offers just a tiny amount of bling.

    18″ fine textured cable chain

    This necklace is part of my ever-popular “Le Cerceau” (circle or hoop) collection. The circle is a universal symbol with extensive meaning, representing totality, wholeness, and timelessness … and more.

    Wear this necklace alone for a simple look, or layer with a longer necklace.

    Choose from all gold, all silver or mixed gold and silver.

  • gold 24" circle and bar necklace by french ostrich

    Gold 24″ Circle and Bar Necklace

    $35.00

    This circle and bar necklace sports a 1.5″ hoop with a 1.25″ bar dropping in the middle of the hoop. The crystal chaton offers just a tiny amount of bling.

    24″  textured cable chain

    This necklace is part of my ever-popular “Le Cerceau” (circle or hoop) collection. The circle is a universal symbol with extensive meaning, representing totality, wholeness, and timelessness … and more.

    Wear this necklace alone for a simple look, or layer with a longer necklace. Perfect for every day.

    Choose from all gold, all silver or mixed gold and silver.

  • long beaded necklace with silk tassel

    Long Beaded Necklace With Silk Tassel

    $55.00

    You will undoubtedly make a statement when you wear one of these long, boho beaded necklaces with a stunning hand-dyed silk tassel. The knotted beaded necklaces are made from semi-precious beads and are 34″ long. Each tassel is approximately 6″ long. The silk is painstakingly hand-dyed by an artist using the most luscious colors, from ivory to aquamarine, avocado green, plae blue, and more.

    I’ve crafted each tassel using this gorgeous, yummy silk, luscious bead caps, and various beads.

    Wear this necklace alone, or layer it up with 1, 2, or 3 shorter necklaces for a true bohemian flair. This necklace will be at home with jeans and a tee-shirt or your little black dress.

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    Cork Necklace With Black and Natural Cork Beads

    $40.00

    Fun and featherweight! This cork necklace sports three cork beads: the natural cork center bead is 1″ in diameter and the black beads are approximately 3/4″.

    This is a “wear-with-anything” necklace: a tee and jeans, any V-neck or crew neck top. Have fun with it. Crafted with a natural cork cord, you can wear this necklace with almost any color.

    A great accent piece made of sustainable cork, this necklace is perfect for travel: It will quickly change up an outfit, it’s lightweight, and will take up very little space  when you pack.

    The necklace measures just over 21″,  and has a substantial lobster clasp .

  • convertible cork choker - french ostrich

    Cork Choker with Vintage Pearl and Crystal Necklace

    $35.00$145.00

    This cork choker is a yummy chocolate brown and is stunning all on its own. But when you add the upcycled pearl and crystal necklace or one of the sterling silver pendants, your necklace will become a real eye-catcher.

    How to transform the choker:  You may wear the choker by itself, or the pearl and crystal necklace by itself. Or, you can attach the two for an “uber-statement necklace!” Or, choose any of the sterling silver pendants, to which I’ve added a ring so it will easily slip over a small ridge in the magnetic clasp.

    Please note: The listing is for the cork choker + the vintage pearl and crystal necklace for $145. You may add any, all, or none of the sterling pendants for $35 each.

    If you enjoy unusual jewelry, then you just may want to add this fabulous creation to your shopping cart!

  • face pendant on cork cord by french ostrich

    Wearable Art Face Jewelry

    $119.00

    “Dreamland”

    This lovely lady is off in dreamland. She’s sporting a sparkly, repurposed vintage earring on her forehead!

    The face is approximately 3″ tall and  2″ wide, and hangs from a 20″ cork cord with magnetic clasp.

    The pieces in the The French Ostrich Wearable Art Face Collection are conversation-starters … and not your average, mainstream jewelry. This piece of wearable art is “one-of-a-kind in series,” meaning I’ve crafted the same face numerous times, but each one varies a bit from the next: different makeup or hair, perhaps, varied chain, or unique embellishments.

    Each creation in the French Ostrich Wearable Art Face Collection is crafted from clay, hand painted, and baked 2-3 times.

  • aqua and copper collage necklace by french ostrich

    Statement Necklace Copper and Aqua

    $169.00

    This  assemblage necklace is a one-of-a-kind-statement-making stunner. Crafted in copper and aqua, it’s truly spectacular.

    The definition of assemblage is “a group of collected things.” In the art world, assemblage refers to putting together a group of objects into a unified whole. Several years ago, I was absolutely captivated by assemblage jewelry and have been making it ever since.

    The patinaed butterfly is the focus of this creation; it’s surrounded by components that are richly plated with copper: four flowers with faux pearls at their centers, a leaf and various other copper components. The assemblage hangs from a rolo chain complemented with faceted Amazonite beads.  A toggle clasp makes the necklace easy to put on and take off.

    Be mesmerizing …

  • bullet shell necklace by french ostrich

    Bullet Shell Necklace

    $59.00

    Look closely and you’ll see these tassel necklaces, part of my Re-Fabulous collection, are made from spent bullet shells. (I purchased the shells from a local gun range. I love to upcycle pretty much anything and everything.) After painstakingly cleaning the bullet shells, I drilled holes in the top. Next I sealed the shells using two coats of a protective coating so the bullet shells would retain their luster and prevent tarnishing and oxidation.

    The tassels themselves are crafted from old chain, much of it vintage, plus beads, Czechoslovakian crystal rondelles,bead caps, and whatever else strikes my fancy as I’m putting the tassel together. Each tassel hangs on a 24″ stainless steel ball chain, making the perfect tassel necklace!

    Take your pick:

    #1 sports a rectangular teal-colored bead, brass bullet shell and silver tulip bead. The tassel is just over 5″ long.

    #2 features a black bead with a silver-tone bullet shell.  The tassel is about 4.5″ long.

    #3 features a brass bullet shell with a faceted bright silver bead.  The tassel is about 5″ long.

    #4 featured a brass bullet shell, silver tube bead, and a mustard-color focal bead. The tassel is about 5″ long.

    #5 is neutral in silver and gold tones with a faux pearl, and has a tassel about 4.5″ long.

  • Sale! black cork necklace with silver tube bead by french ostrich

    Black Cork Necklace With Silver Tube Bead

    Original price was: $55.00.Current price is: $35.00.

    This sophisticated black cork necklace is adorned with a 2″ silver tube bead, which is further embellished with two large statement beads and two small round beads.

    This cork necklace will quickly become your “go to!” Crafted with a basic black cork cord, you can wear this necklace with almost any color. It’s the perfect accent piece. Imagine it with your white button down, or any V-neck or crew neck top in your closet.

    A great accent piece made of sustainable cork, this necklace is a great piece of jewelry for travel: It will quickly change up an outfit, it’s lightweight, and will take up very little space  when you pack.

    The necklace measures just over 18″,  and has a substantial lobster clasp .

  • Sale! braided cork necklace with hammered silver tube bead - french ostrich

    Braided Cork Necklace With Hammered Silver Tube Bead

    Original price was: $55.00.Current price is: $35.00.

    This sophisticated braided cork necklace is adorned with a striking hammered  bead, which is further embellished with two beads on either side of the tube bead.

    This cork necklace will quickly become your “go to!” Crafted with a natural color braided cork cord, you can wear this necklace with almost any color. It’s the perfect accent piece.

    Crafted of sustainable cork, this necklace is the perfect jewelry for travel: It will quickly change up an outfit, it’s lightweight, and will take up very little space  when you pack.

    The necklace measures 18″,  and has a substantial lobster clasp.

  • wearable art face necklace by french ostrich

    Wearable Art Jewelry – Face Necklace

    $179.00

    “Key to My Heart”

    This piece of wearable art will certainly get noticed! This lovely lady is in her own dreamworld. (She even sports a heart charm bearing the inscription “He who holds the key can unlock my heart.” )

    The face is approximately 2″ and is affixed to a brass stamping. Beads and charms dangle from the bottom of the brass stamping. The entire pendant is approximately 4″ from top to bottom and hangs from a 28″ chain. (Please ask if you’d like the chain cut shorter.)

    The pieces in the The French Ostrich Wearable Art Collection are conversation-starters … and not your average, mainstream jewelry. This piece of wearable art is “one-of-a-kind in series,” meaning I’ve crafted the same face numerous times, but each one varies a bit from the next: different makeup or hair, perhaps, varied chain, or unique embellishments.

    Each creation in the French Ostrich Wearable Art Collection is crafted from clay, hand painted, and baked 2-3 times.

  • silver bird assemblage by french ostrich

    Statement Necklace with Silver Bird

    $169.00

    This lustrous assemblage necklace is a one-of-a-kind-statement-making stunner. Just imagine it on your little black dress. Or, even a tee-shirt if you dare.

    The definition of assemblage is “a group of collected things.” In the art world, assemblage refers to putting together a group of objects into a unified whole. Several years ago, I was absolutely captivated by assemblage jewelry and have been making it ever since.

    The vintage rhinestone earring with three dangles of rhinestone chain is the focus of this creation; it’s surrounded by components that are richly plated with a gorgeous silverware silverplate: three flowers with faux pearls at their centers, a curved leaf and a bird. The assemblage hangs from a silver plated rolo chain with silver filigree and quartz bead connectors. A beefy lobster clasp, complete with a flower of it’s own, makes the necklace easy to put on and take off.

    Be mesmerizing …

  • purple lady assemblage necklace by french ostrich

    “Purple Lady” Statement Assemblage Necklace / Collage Necklace

    $139.00

    This assemblage necklace is sure to garner lots of attention, and you’ll certainly never see this necklace on anyone else.

    The definition of assemblage is “a group of collected things.” In the art world, assemblage refers to putting together a group of objects into a unified whole. Several years ago, I was absolutely captivated by assemblage jewelry and have been making it ever since.

    The purple lady is the focus of this creation, and she’s surrounded by richly plated brass components, faux pearls and Swarovski crystals. The assemblage hangs from a double chain: a silver vintage chain, and a second chain composed beaded connectors: gorgeous purple beads enveloped in cone-style filigree bead caps.

    This necklace is a stunner, and if you or someone you know loves purple, well …

  • Sale! repurposed silverplate tray necklace

    Repurposed Silver Plate Tray Necklace

    Original price was: $39.00.Current price is: $25.00.

    This necklace, made from a repurposed silver plated serving tray is a great layering necklace, and also just right on its own.

    The silver-plated embossed necklace pendant was created from a no-longer-loved tray using a disc cutter. It was then filed and sanded. It hangs from 22″ stainless steel chain.

    Part of the French Ostrich Re-Fabulous collection, this necklace is one-of-a-kind (OOAK) because no two necklaces will have the same embossing.

    Note: there is no coating on the pendant, but I’ve polished it up with a bit of Renaissance wax. It may darken like any silver, and can be easily brightened up with a polishing cloth.

    The disc measures 1” in diameter.

     

     

     

     

  • hoop necklace silver and gold - french ostrich

    Circle Necklace Mixed Metals 18″

    $35.00

    This circle necklace necklace is the perfect, wear-with-anything necklace in a silver and gold combination.

    Two metal circles dangle from an 18″ fine textured cable chain. Wear this necklace alone for a simple look, or layer with a longer necklace.

    This necklace is part of my ever-popular “Le Cerceau” (circle or hoop) collection. The circle is a universal symbol with extensive meaning, representing totality, wholeness, and timelessness … and more.

    Choose from a gold chain or a silver chain.

  • Sale! copper necklace by french ostrich

    Etched Copper Necklace

    Original price was: $125.00.Current price is: $80.00.

    One of a kind!! (OOAK) This etched copper necklace certainly makes a statement. The main focal was crafted from sheet copper that I cut, etched, drilled and folded. I then used sterling and copper wire to dangle the beads.

    What will you wear this with? Just about anything. It can be dressed up or down, depending upon your mood.

    This necklace is one-of-a-kind, and truly striking.