Swarovski Ambassador, beading teacher and all-around fabulous beading designer, Val Hirata recently sat down with some of our most unique beads and components and created for us these beautiful necklaces!

This necklace of Flat Coins and Slapjacks is perfect for a casual daytime look.

Using one of our large Czech Glass buttons, Val created this gorgeous focal piece with golden seed beads and an uber trendy tassel.

Using some of our recently arrived lava beads, Val created another beautiful necklace inspired by the earthy colors of magma.

Using rhinestone cup chain, leather cord and rolo chain, Val put together several different bracelets that are perfect for a backyard soiree. Pair one of them with a DeCoRe crystal clay and Swarovski bead bezel ring for a sophisticated look, or stack them up for a more casual bohemian style.

We have asked Val to create some DIY Jewelry Kits for us and can’t wait to see what she comes up with! In the meantime, if you are in Honolulu, Hawaii stop by her bead and craft shop for some personalized service and take a look at her website, Creations By You.

Read more about what inspires Val here.