First Place 3-D

Jody Bryan

Spring Colors Bib Necklace

22 x 6.5 x 6.75”

Bead Embroidery

$495

My necklace is inspired by the captivating goddess depicted in the center cabochon. The soft, pastel colors evoke the beauty of springtime. I’ve used a mix of materials, including Swarovski crystals, sterling silver, turquoise, and glass beads. Each bead is hand-sewn.

Artist's Statement:

There is nothing more pleasing than to create a thing of beauty and know someone else will enjoy having it as much as I have enjoyed making it.

With more than 20 years of experience in beading and jewelry design, my style unites a variety of beading techniques including embroidery, crochet, and peyote stitch. I love to seek out the perfect elements for my designs such as Swarovski crystals, natural stones, lampwork beads, pearls, Czech glass beads, Raku cabochons and seed beads. I also incorporate silver, gold, copper and pewter components. My beaded designs were on display for sale in the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts shop in Richmond for more than ten years. 

My designs are now for sale at Crossroads Art Center which I share with my good friend and fellow artist, Suzanne Peters.