Laura James has a new collection out, though right now it seems to be unnamed. If I were to name it, I'd call it "Heavy on the Metal," because this jewelry designer has incorporated a number of metal related elements in with a mixture of beads.

These piece, though, still seem to speak of her love of antique jewelry as well. She mentions in her bio that she plans on taking a few jewelry classes at Penland School of Crafts, which is well-known for its high quality crafting classes. Obviously, she didn't construct all the components in these designs, but it makes you wonder if she was maybe influenced some by her new ventures in metalsmithing.

Whatever she calls them, here is an assortment of earrings, necklaces, and bracelets recently added to her site:


Vintage black floral metal cross on dainty silver chain.


Moonstones and vintage brass fan charms.


Vintage filigree & green pearl dangles.


Vintage gold bracelet with green garnet stone.