This necklace is a joyful blend of vibrant color and artisan skill. Each glass bead—emerald, sapphire, amber, violet, and more—is handmade by Lisa Oakley at Cedar Creek Gallery, making every piece one of a kind. The beads are arranged on an 18-inch sterling silver chain with an adjustable clasp that extends up to 20 inches. Lightweight and modern, this necklace is perfect for those who appreciate expressive, handcrafted jewelry with personality.
How are the Glass Beads Created?
First, Lisa gathers molten glass on the end of a long pipe and adds colored glass in layers. Next, she blows air through the glass, creating a hole in the bead. Then a second pipe is attached to the glass, and Lisa and her assistant stretch the glass between them into a long cane, reaching between 40 and 50 feet long.
Details
- Necklace chain is 18"
- As with all handcrafted jewelry, expect to find slight variations in size, color, and design
About Lisa Oakley
Lisa, the daughter of Sid and Pat Oakley began blowing glass in 1994. She went on to build the first hot glass art studio in eastern North Carolina.
Lisa's hot glass studio is nestled in a natural setting on the grounds of Cedar Creek Gallery. Her parents, Sid and Pat Oakley, both potters, started the gallery in 1968. Over the last fifty-five years, it has grown to support several resident artists and over 200 regional and national craftspeople.