Ambient Venice Jewelry
Unique handmade lampwork glass bead jewelry that is lovingly designed with Venetian & Murano lampwork beads, Swarovski and other European crystals, freshwater pearls, Bali sterling silver and other fine metal accents.
Specializing in necklaces, bracelets and earrings handmade with rare vintage Venetian & Murano lampwork glass beads, Venetian Wedding Cake beads, antique & vintage European crystals and other fine metals.
Contemporary artisan lampwork beads designed and crafted into jewelry with vintage European charm.
All jewelry designs embellished with new or vintage Swarovski crystals, pearls, fine Bali & Hill Tribe Sterling Silver, 14K gold and other fabulous findings.
All jewelry is shipped in a lovely box, suitable for gift giving.
As a special THANK YOU, all jewelry purchases include a FREE silk brocade or organza jewelry pouch. Jewelry pouches are great for gift giving or safe jewelry storage.
FLAT SHIPPING RATE on ALL ORDERS! The flat shipping rate includes shipping, handling, delivery confirmation and insurance. S&H charges apply to the first purchase only. Combined items ship at NO ADDITIONAL COST.
All work is guaranteed~~I stand behind my jewelry 100%* with a free repair OR a deeply discounted replacement piece OF YOUR CHOICE!
- Most beads created between 1820 and 1920 by Italian glass artists
- Most beads have traveled several continents
- Many owners have treasured the beads that I craft into jewelry
- Each piece is UNIQUE, one of a kind & lovingly designed by me
- ALL pieces are very special
- Contemporary lampwork beads made by USA artisans ONLY
- Traditional lampwork beads, new & old, imported ONLY from Italy
"Experience the history of Italy, Venice & Murano by traveling through my store, which is filled with glorious lampwork jewelry designed with Venetian wedding cake beads & Venetian trade beads, new & old crystals, freshwater pearls, Bali sterling silver and much more!"
"Each piece of jewelry is designed with my love for Italy and my desire to create something exciting, special & unique in mind!"
"Most of the glass beads featured in my jewelry are VINTAGE or ANTIQUE Venetian & Murano lampwork beads and ANTIQUE European crystals! I LOVE working with vintage materials & I hope you will treasure my beads just like I do!"
"Meet some incredible people who adore Italian & Venetian culture, including antique Venetian lampwork beads, as much as I do!"
http://stores.ebay.com/VIA-VERA-Venetian-and-Vintage-Beads
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ50QQsassZbugzart
http://beadroom.com/index.shtml
"MANY of the lampwork beads & ALL of the antique lampwork beads in my jewelry are imported directly from ITALY! ALL beads are hand-crafted by expert glassmakers in the Veneto!"
Nicola~from the Venetian Bead Shop~Hard at Work
"Learn more about the history of Venice, Murano & Venetian lampwork beads, an ancient art form dating back to the 12th century. Please visit my friends and some wonderful, gifted & kind people."
also...
http://deroma.stores.yahoo.net/
http://earthlyadornments.com/venetian-and-lampwork-beads-43.html
"Some of my jewelry is crafted with newly designed lampwork beads made by skilled artisans from the USA or Venice utilizing CENTURIES old techniques! What wonderful amazement...the creation of lampwork beads!"
"Read and discover a little about the remarkable history of The Veneto & the art of glassmaking. Take a moment to view 'Murano Magic~Complete Guide to Venetian Glass, Its History and Artists' and discover an ancient art form."
http://www.amazon.com/Murano-Magic-Complete-Venetian-Schiffer/dp/0764319469