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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.
Bib-Style Necklace
Jess Balazovich took inspiration from her love of all things malachite when creating this stunning monochromatic necklace.
Double-Strand Necklace
Jade Sergi's beautiful necklace, "Autumn Blossoms" is inspired by the intricate patterns of French beaded flowers.
Bib-Style Necklace
Francesca Lobbe's "Kaleidoscope" won gold for its vibrant colors, lifelike creatures and impressive details.
Bracelet
Let this butterfly wrap bracelet inspire your seed bead creations with its mesmerizing design. Butterfly motifs are always in demand and are a beautiful symbol of rebirth and spiritual growth.
Bib-Style Necklace
In Slavic mythology, heroes go in search of a fiery creature in order to take possession of his feather. The fiery radiance of Elena Landzberg's design captures the creature's essence.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Inspired by a gecko sunbathing from dawn 'til dusk, Elaine Kolodziej created a stunning gemstone necklace complete with matching pavé reptiles.
Bib-Style Necklace
Ekaterina Uskova's "Star Traveller" took inspiration from the beauty of the night sky and the mystery of galaxies we have yet to explore.
Double-Strand Necklace
Designer Marilynn Ordonez sought to capture the beauty of springtime blooms in her garden with polymer clay in her contest-winning piece "Forever Spring".
Bib-Style Necklace
Admire the natural beauty of "Tiger's Eye" in this necklace that's sure to set your creative inspiration wild.
Single-Strand Necklace
Deborah Glasser's "Frost on the Vines" took inspiration from a chilly day and the love of good wine. Intricate details throughout made this piece a top choice among contest judges.
Cuff Bracelet
This vibrant honeycomb-style bangle comes to life thanks to brilliant colors and an adorable beaded honeybee.
Single-Strand Necklace
The amount of detail in Christy Sherman's "Red Crowned Crane" made it an easy choice for contest judges, who couldn't stop "oohing" and "ahhing" over the intricate polymer clay work.
Bib-Style Necklace
Everyone deserves a statement collar necklace, and this design shows why. Let "Cleopatra's Collar" inspire your next great jewelry design.
Double-Strand Bracelet
"Tiger Eye Goddess" seeks to honor the resilience, strength, and love of women, much like the fierceness of a tiger guarding her cubs.
Double-Strand Necklace
"Leafy Floral Forest" embodies the earthy colors and lush flora of a forest in a lively design full of movement.
Bracelet
Take a trip to the southern coasts of Africa with Chelsey Fry's cuff bracelet. Beautiful tigereye provides a glowing backdrop for beaded butterflies and flowers native to the region.
Bib-Style Necklace
Let this floral seed bead masterpiece inspire your next jewelry creation. You'll want to view this "August Glory" contest design up close to appreciate all the fine detailing.
Bib-Style Necklace
Bobbie Yoakum's "Joyce's Bug-a-Boo" necklace features adorable seed-beaded insects and flowers on a loomed background, forming a truly one-of-a-kind design.
Bib-Style Necklace
Let this magnificent seed bead necklace inspire your next jewelry project. View "Wisdom in Flight" up close to truly appreciate the beauty of this work.
Single-Strand Necklace
Make your own double-sided metal clay memory pendant for a jewelry piece that's sure to be cherished. Use this contest design as your inspiration to get started.
Bracelet
Vibrant colors and playful shapes give Barbara Briggs' "Geometric Carnival" bracelet a fun and whimsical nature.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Atsumi's "Leap Before You Look" takes inspiration from Japanese folklore and W. H. Auden's similarly named poem to celebrate a sense of adventure and courage.
Double-Strand Necklace
Anna Rita Fabiani made this necklace during the winter period, in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, dreaming of the joys of spring.
Choker-Style Necklace
AnGeGi Soutache's "Rodeo" pays homage to Texan history, Native American beadwork and all the fanciful frills of rodeo culture.