Arinna

faceted labradorite
gold vermeil spacers
antique gold Buddha pendant from India
gold toggle clasp
16.5-18.5”

Inspiration can be found in the most unexpected places sometimes, as was the case with Arinna, named for the Hittite sun goddess. During one of my weekend beading workshops at Industry City, I watched a nine year old making one of my DIY necklace kits in a gold pattern I found so inventive and fun that I decided to try my own version. I loved the idea of juxtaposing the faceted gray labradorite and gold vermeil here, adding antique gold Buddha pendants I previously had used in a green turquoise necklace no longer in production. Kids have the best ideas!

Arinna looks good worn solo, but I also love it layered with the Picasso Pequeño. It’s the perfect gift for someone who likes blue. The Buddha pendant also makes it a wonderful present for those who practice yoga.

It’s gorgeous

I could think of about 3 other necklaces that I could layer with that would look fabulous. I will take a picture and send. The necklace is both dressy and can be worn with jeans and a tee shirt. I love it

Love at first sight

I fell in love with this necklace when I first saw it a year ago at the holiday crafts fair and finally bought it as a gift for myself a year later. I agree with a previous reviewer that it has a decidedly regal air about it. I have been wearing it since I got mine and is a beautiful addition to my Saskia necklaces. You cannot go wrong with this one!

So Regal

Gave this necklace to my son for Christmas. He first saw it at the SASKIA studio at Industry City and loved it. He wears it layered with his gold necklace, and it looks amazing! The rich blue hue of the labradorite is accented with gold to achieve a very regal look and feel. So happy with this purchase!

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