I've always been drawn to primary colors. Especially all mixed together in one place. So when my mom offered me my grandmom's multi-color beaded necklace, I scooped it right up.
The beads appear to be some type of small nut and the paint has a muted whitewashed effect. I just love them.
I've been meaning to find a jeweler in Philadelphia that will re-string the necklace as a precaution. It probably hasn't been worn in 20+ years and I'd be devastated if it broke. (If you know of a good jeweler in the Philly area that can do this, please let me know!).
I wear this necklace with just about anything. Doubled, tripled, knotted. And I usually get a question or compliment. I think that's what I love most about these old pieces. That they all have a story. And when someone stops to ask you about them, you get to relive the memory, the person, and all of the wonderful emotions that come with them.
And while I don't have a specific memory of my grandmother wearing this necklace, I love that separated by a generation and a plethora of fashion trends, we share a similar taste.
And apparently a love of primary colors.
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| Metallic Strappy Heels from Atticville |
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| Vintage Dress from Maeby Maeby Knot |
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| Felted Necklaces from HGTV |
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| Family Portrait Style Board by Uber Chic for Cheap |
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| Louis XV Chairs from Patrick J. Baglino, Jr. Interior Design |
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| Tagua Nut Coin Necklace from veronicarileymartens |
Lauren: You may ask my mom if she knows someone!! :)
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