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Susan Opie's nostalgic 2021 Jewelry-Making Contest entry features adorable, hand-sculpted renditions of everyone's favorite spud spouses.
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2021 Contest Winners
Bib-Style Necklace
Susan Opie honors many of art's most notable masters in her hand-painted polymer clay masterpiece.
Collar-Style Necklace
Stephanie J. Eddy was inspired by Van Gogh's famous painting when she sought to explore the ancient art of French beaded flowers to create this swirling piece.
Single-Strand Necklace
Sergiy Nagorny's "Encaptured" proves that inspiration can come from anywhere--even a cast iron fence overgrown with ivy.
Cuff Bracelet
Renata's beautiful seed bead bracelet is inspired by the Arizona desert and the fantastical flora that resides there.
Bracelet
Rangashrii Santhanam's "Maharani" bracelet showcases brilliant crystal fancy stones in a design worthy of royal standing.
Bib-Style Necklace
Patricia Parker modeled the vibrant seed-beaded blooms in "Le Jardin" after flowers from her own garden, bringing a colorful world to life through jewelry.
Single-Strand Necklace
Metal clay was brilliantly combined with citrine and sunstone in this artistic masterpiece. Let this OOAK statement necklace inspire your metal clay creations.
Single-Strand Necklace
The gorgeous opal at the center of this pendant informed the rest of Merilou Jenkins' design, resulting in swirling wirework forms that act as a playground for the eyes.
Necklace
Inspired by all things mystical, "Empress of the Fog Dragons" transforms beads and wire into stunning, lifelike creatures.
Bib-Style Necklace
Martha Kirchhoff captures the beauty of the sea with this lustrous seashell and pearl necklace.
Bracelet
Inspired by the beauty of geometric shapes, Marina Garbo's "The Crown" features stunning beadwork in a vivid, contemporary palette.
Single-Strand Necklace
Inspired by the vivid colors of the gemstone cabochons, Krafty Max created the look of a frozen rainbow in her icy jewelry set.
Bracelet
Lisa Martinez turned accident into inspiration when her beads spilled together, creating this lustrous seed bead bracelet.
Bib-Style Necklace
Inspired by the fidelity of true, lasting and unforgettable love, Lia Dipaola creates a precious set of jewels one might present as a token of deep admiration.
Collar-Style Necklace
Unleash your inner Cruella with Laura Embrey's lacey soutache and crystal collar.
Bib-Style Necklace
This "Woodland Owl" polymer clay necklace is a hoot. View this contest piece up close to admire its intricate detailing.
Bib-Style Necklace
Kristina Ilickovic used the love of her father and the independence of wildflowers as inspiration for this delicate, floral piece.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Kit Skeoch's vibrant necklace reminded contest judges of saltwater taffy--a fitting description for a piece titled "Ochosi's Candy".
Single-Strand Necklace
Karen Suarez used an antique gaming piece at the center of "The Koi's Treasure" and let its beautiful engravings inform the rest of the design.
Single-Strand Necklace
Karen Suarez's "Contemporary Circles" embodies the beauty of symmetry and geometric shapes with metal clay.
Single-Strand Necklace
"Angel Wings of Hope" by Karen Suarez seeks to honor those who worked tirelessly through the pandemic through the use of contemporary design and sterling silver.
Single-Strand Necklace
Inspired by perserverance and strength, "The Negotiation" by Jodi Zulueta envelops the beauty of paua shell within thick, structured wirework.
Single-Strand Necklace
Look out! Jodi Zulueta's "Soul Claimer" features stunning wirework and an eye that feels as though it's staring into the deepest depths of your soul.