Article fashion jewelry

When we think beads
we normally think of bracelets
anklets
hair ornaments and necklaces. What about beaded earrings? Well
earrings are mostly made of metal
enamel and precious stones
some of us think. Earrings are fancy and expensive!

Fortunately
earrings don't have to be fancy
or expensive
or made of just one extravagant material -- or a combination thereof. A person can be elegant without spending a lot of money
and a person can be elegant without looking so metallic!

American Indians used to create very elaborate beaded jewelry for different purposes. Among them were dream catchers -- ritual items placed on cradles and other sleeping areas in order to drive away bad dreams -- and beaded earrings for the women. A common stone involved in the making of bead jewelry is turquoise
which is said to lend strength of conviction and character to the wearer.

Some beads are made of semi-precious stones
and as such make beaded earrings that are comparable to earrings made from other kinds of exotic materials -- like hemp. Beads come in virtually every hue of the color spectrum
so it is no problem to find or make beaded earrings to catch one’s fancy.

To achieve the natural
native look
go for beaded earrings. They are certainly unique and attention-catching. Choose from a variety of multicolored or monochromatic designs
mix and match according to your clothing
and existing jewelry. If you already have bead necklaces or bracelets -- or even beaded shirts! -- why not wear beaded earrings to match?

Celebrities like Jennifer Lopez
Marie Osmond and "Law and Order" actress Elisabeth Rohm have all purchased and sported beaded jewelry at one time or another
and it has worked very well for them indeed!

Beaded earrings are easily very colorful and elegant
with a touch of that old world charm. If you want a change from the traditional metal-and-stone ensembles in most jewelry outfits
beaded accessories are the way to go.