Ok, so I started making necklaces a little earlier than I'd planned on.  I couldn't help myself.  With a deadline looming, it seemed counterproductive to wait.  Here's a few of what I've done so far.

Chinese Crystal with Freshwater Pearls

Irridescent Mother of Pearl with Freshwater Pearls

Dark Agate "curves" with Czech glass and Freshwater Pearls around the back.

Natural Aquamarine with Freshwater Pearls

Chinese Crystals with Freshwater Pearls

Tiger Eye with Czech glass and Freshwater Pearls

Lampwork bead by Lisa Fletcher, vintage brass fluted beads and pale yellow glass

Felted wool beads with Chinese Crystals