The Uncomplicated Autumn Necklace

Remember the last autumn necklace photo I posted? I made that necklace for myself after unsuccessfully trying to make one for a gift (just couldn't figure what style to make). Well, I finally came up with a simple wire strung bead necklace with a cool leaf clasp. The beads from Ben Franklin Crafts are a perfect choice because the recipient really loves glass beads after going to Murano, Italy. I know she bought some beads there. I scanned old photos and searched my memory to remember the styles and colors of jewelry that she wears. I feel confident this easy front closing necklace will please her. The photo below shows the last of my extra card boxes decorated for autumn and filled with the necklace (in a ziploc bag so the necklace won't fall out). The Sister Stamp image was colored with Copic pens. The umbrella and kimono were paper pieced. The words were stamped using a Dandelion Design stamp from Ben Franklin Crafts. The ribbon and autumn leaf washi paper are from BFC, too. I can't wait to give this gift because it took me so long to decide what to make and I'm excited to see if I guessed right about her taste in jewelry. Happy autumn crafting!