I had ordered several gemstone toggle clasps from Fire Mountian so yesterday I devised this method of using one in the lariat. Not having any stones that fit with the jasper one (it looks very different here than in real life) I used two kinds of the coated glass chips. I was surprised how good they looked and I must say the glass is a bit lighter in weight than the stone chips.

It seems this is my 'comfort work' just now. I get such a good feeling while doing this kind of necklace. I forget all the irritations and just enjoy the marvelous colors! How do people survive then they don't bead?

Off to catch the sunshine for a photo of the work "Springtime." Fire Mountain's seed bead contest closes March 9th. Much to do before then.