Inspired by the artwork of the Zapotec people of Southern Mexico, Lindsay Reavis’ Beaded Zapotec Rug Earrings convert a classic rug-weaving pattern into energetic tassel earrings.
Single-Strand Necklace
Like the sun's rays disappearing behind domed hills, colored bands of beads trace the curves of gemstone cabochon accents.
Bib-Style Necklace, Cuff Bracelet and Earring Set
Designer Tatiana Van Iten proved that artistic inspiration can be found anywhere by creating "Quarantine", a four-piece set based on a favorite television show.
Collar-Style Necklace
"Le Soleil" by designer Laura Giusti encapsulates the warmth and radiance of the sun. It's no wonder this shimmering, intricate necklace took home the Grand Prize gold medal!
Bib-Style Necklace
A rivulet of crystal fire pours down an obsidian mountainside in Karen Carmichael’s Firefall Illusion, inspired by the beauty of sunset striking beautiful Horsetail Falls.
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.
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.
Single-Strand Necklace
Polly Lent's gemstone necklace is inspired by her daughter, the change of seasons and the sunset of the Northeast. The pops of red rubies symbolize the arrival of fresh floral blooms.