Inspiration ~ Szarka and Magpie Gemstones

 All through this incarnation of my jewelry making, there has been one consistent--Szarka

and her Magpie Gemstones Network.

What I have learn from Szarka is;

• authentic relationship that goes past seller and markets and to a fluid exchange of information, knowledge and share interest that sometimes takes the form of material goods.   
  

• how to be on-line...she is everywhere, as you can see from the list of URL's below.

note:  One time when I was driving on the freeway I got a call on my cell phone from Magpie Gemstone--a male voice (I believe it could have been her husband, but I didn't ask).  The person on the other end of the phone conversation called because my order had been returned to them and they wanted to make sure what was the correct address.  (I have to make sure you know this was before all the concern about driving and talking on the phone. I wouldn't do that now.) 



The following is from her Facebook Information Page:

About	~ Great Beads for Great People ~ http://magpiegemstones.com/ ~ turquoisemagpie@hotmail.com to contact Szarka

Company Overview	This fan page's purpose is to show you the new beads as they go in, to stay informed of specials and promotions, and to network with other jewelry designers to discuss gemstones and everything related to jewelry design. We have a $200 shopping spree give away twice a year to people who are signed up for our newsletter. http://www.magpiegemstones.com/spree.html ...See More
Mission	Why Magpie Gemstones? Gemstones and beads directly from the source, great wholesale prices, honest descriptions, excellent quality, and exceptional customer service is what you can expect. My goal is to help you succeed. If I can provide you with stones that make your product fly off the table, and get them to you at an amazing price then you will succeed and so will Magpie Gemstones. . .
Products	Clients Blog ~ Turquoise Magpie's Gemstones blog has a bunch of new gorgeous work by clients. http://www.turquoisemagpie.blogspot.com/ Go take a peek and leave a comment to encourage and support these wonderful artists. If you have any work to contribute please sens it to turquoisemagpie@hotmail.com Thanks Szarka http://www.magpiegemstones.com/home.html

Website	http://www.magpiegemstones.com

http://www.youtube.com/user/MagpieGemstonescom

http://twitter.com/#!/MagpieGemstones
http://www.magpiegemstones.com/home.html
http://www.facebook.com/MagpieGemstones

http://szarka.blogspot.com/
https://plus.google.com/117734861191480874345/posts

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LETTER TO YOU FROM SZARKA

My Company strives to make this the most enjoyable online gemstone bead buying experience you will ever have. With over two decades as a successful jewelry designer, I know what sells and I use that knowledge to find unique, high quality gemstone beads for you. I have the resources and knowledge to get those beads to you at prices that will guarantee your success. With fast free shipping and a 100% money back guarantee you have nothing to lose. Welcome to Magpie Gemstones where you get "Great Beads for Great People." Thanks, Szarka

The Earth Has Weight

The symbol at the center of the cage is from the Adrinka people of West African and it means "The Earth Has Weight." It is a reminder of we must live with care for this planet. Copper collar with caged wired stones. Two colors of green Aventine, turquoise, glass seed beads and Swarovski crystals.

Other articles on "wire cages";

• A necklace of tumbled red jasper undreilled nuggets 
• I reposted a video from Youtube.  The artist is creating a necklace from - sea glass.  The glass is undrilled so she uses cages to make the sea glass a part of the necklace.