Jewelry To Compliment Your Wardrobe
SOPHISTICATED BEADS
~ Refined Elegance That Makes You Sparkle ~
Are you looking for unique pieces of jewelry to add to your jewelry collection? How about a gift for somebody special? What about purchasing a great piece of jewelry and then shop for the perfect outfit to match!
Sophisticated Beads collection provides authentic pieces of jewelry that are well-crafted, elegant, hip and fashion-flexible.
These designs are handcrafted with Swarovski crystals from Austria and accented with a vibrant assortment of semi-precious stones, pearls and sterling silver. Designs include bracelets in which part of the proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Oregon and SW Washington Affiliate, Jessica's Hope for Ovarian Cancer Awareness/Research and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Sophisticated Beads offers a variety of pieces that have interesting stories and designs you won't find in a store.
Other services provided:
- Restringing and updating - heirloom jewelry so it can be worn or passed down
to the next generation.
- Custom work - All custom work welcome! If you are a bride looking for custom designs for yourself, gifts for bridesmaids or a design to match bridesmaid dresses, we can help match colors as well as provide a custom fit for the whole wedding party.
Check out www.sophisticatedbeads.com to order online as well as upcoming events in which you can meet the artist and see the complete line of jewelry. Lea McWhorter has been on AM Northwest with her designs, sponsored the Rose Festival Court princesses jewelry and much more!
Oregon's Official State Stone is Sunstone
~ Oregon is noted for our rain -- but also for Sunstone ~
In 1997, Oregon's governor declared Sunstone (feldspar) the official gemstone of Oregon. It is formed in molten lava and then discharged onto the surface of the earth by a volcano. As the lava weathers away or is broken up the crystals are released. While it is found all over the world, they are rarely gem grade. Oregon is one of the few places where this type of feldspar is found in gem grade and large enough to cut stones for jewelry.Swarovski "Khaki" crystals accent these unique stones. Clear earring back protectors included. ~ 1/2" from Sterling Silver French Earring Wires ~
Cost: $25
Enjoy a little bit of Oregon by logging onto www.sophisticatedbeads.com and see how you can own a pair!
Reader Feedback
LitbyCompassion4PartyLite wrote...
Lea, you're a blessing, girlfriend. Your heart is obviously in the right place at all times. Thanks for keeping me on the track and in the "know".
Posted July 30, 2007
Gabby Tyer wrote
Great Lens! I own several pieces and Lea's jewelry and it is absolutely beautiful! Pictures do not do it justice. Everywhere I were it people want to know where I got it. I love the Beads from Kenya and it supports the women who make it.
Posted July 29, 2007
pigandpanda wrote...
Lea, what a wonderful lense! I really like your module on the sunstone...one of my favorite gems!
Posted July 28, 2007
pdxshopgirl wrote...
Fantastic lens! Great article on our beautiful state - I will definitely have you restring my grandma's beautiful corral necklace for me:0
Posted July 28, 2007
by leamcwhorter
Hi! I'm Lea McWhorter - a Northwest jewelry designer who designs unique jewelry that makes you sparkle!
www.sophisticatedbeads.com or 503.250.2589.
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