Intricate freeform necklace is created out of antique and vintage laces and trims in shades of ivory, cream and black. Intuitively hand sewn/embroidered and adorned with hand beading, vintage jewelry finds, chains and smoky quartz colored crystals. Partially lined for more comfort, closes with tatted tulle ribbons at back. One of a kind.
Ebony and Ivory
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Krista R
Tallinn, Estonia 
The Story
Creating textile jewelry has evolved into a passion and a process of meditation where time stops for Krista. The technique she uses has evolved from 10 years of hand sewing and beading experience, and her visions are influenced by the historical costumes, ball gowns and accessories of past centuries, as well as by antique textiles, Pre-Raphaelite paintings and the colors of nature. She describes the feel of creating her signature pieces close to painting a picture with threads and beads.
Krista calls her technique of freehand embroidery “intuitive sewing”, since most designs are created without any sketches. Over the years, Krista has learned to trust the sense of color and the feel of material and texture completely. Her embroidered textile accessories are one-of-a-kind or very limited edition of 2-3 pieces due to the rare antique and vintage materials used and the intuitive process of creating. Her favorite fibers to work with are natural - silk, cotton, mohair and linen.
Krista has a background in professional jewelry and graphic design, and she started her line of distinctively hand-embroidered accessories about ten years ago. She loves to experiment with different embroidery techniques, mix details/textures and discover fresh color harmonies. Creating embroidered accessories initially began as a hobby when she had major changes in her personal life in 2000.
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Wow the necklace is absolutely gorgeous, even prettier in person! My mom loved it and I know i will be borrowing it on occassion! Thank you so much! I hope to be a repeat customer!!
- 1 day ago
This piece from Krista , takes me to the era of Victoria - really regal cuff- beautiful- intricate beading, and the colour is stunning, really rich red, and the lace is so lovely- wonderful piece form Krista. Great service, beautiful packaged- feels like christmas when I open the ribbon tied boxes - I will beordering again soon- Thanks Krista.
- 3 weeks ago



