Catalog: New Century (120)

Frosty light blue is Maya's choice for this purse. The front displays elegant carved swans with a slight hint of gilt on some of their feathers. The back features carved aquatic plants. Beads, rhinestones and crystals add to the elegant look. White leather trim on the sides enhances this beautiful bag. 5 1/2" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2 " deep. gold plated chasin is 44" long.

Maya's dangle clip earrings have colored rhinestones and genuine amethyst and carnelian, making a big splash against the antiqued metal. Glamorous and a little more conservative than a shoulder-duster! i 1/2" wide, 3 1/2" long.

Maya's beautiful work. A purse good for day or night use. The black resin body is overlaid with copper wire filigree and adds smoky topaz stones and crystal beads for additional elegance.6" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2" at deepest. Chain is 46" and, as with most Maya purse chains, it can be detached and worn as a necklace or a belt.

This beautiful peach colored carved resin purse by Maya has dragonflies, leaves and flowers. Attached to the surface are chunky gilt flowers and butterflies sporting iridescent rhinestones and pearl beads. The 46" gold plated chain has faceted crystals and beads in the same color tones. The purse is 8" wide, 4 1/2" high and 2" deep.

Contemporary American designer Michele McManus presents dichroic glass in this camera shy expansion bracelet. According to the designer, dichroic means that it has more than one color, especially when viewed from different angles, and it is pure color that glimmers and shines like a mirror. Before dichroic color was developed (1950's), there was not a man-made material that possessed true iridescence. McManus says,"I start with full sheets of glass...

Bright and sassy is the look of this resin purse by Maya. The alligator design and the white leather trim combine to make a charming appearance. The purse and the 44" chain are trimmed with crystals and real turquoise nuggets. The purse is 4" across the top, 7" across the bottom and 5" high.

This Maya resin purse has it all: amethysts, rhinestones, crystal and pearls with butterflys, dragonflys,leaves and flowers. Chain is detachable and may be worn as a necklace or belt. 8" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2 1/2" deep, chain is 44" end to end.

This gorgeous resin handbag by Maya is sculptured wearable art. Oriental in feeling as many Maya purses are, it combines red dyed coral, onyx chips and onyx ovals in both the tassel and the detachable metal chain. The elegant chain can then be worn as a necklace or a belt, and the purse be carried as a clutch. A cloth drawstring bag with Maya's name stamped in gold is provided for storage as it is with all her purses. Measurements are 8 1/4" by 4 1/2" by 2" front to back...

As with all of Dorothy Bauer's rhinestone jewelry, the stones are Austrian crystal and are prong set. The frame is constructed and soldered by hand. California designer Bauer creates some pieces in LIMITED EDITIONS. This Christmas tree is one of them and this particular tree is 26/120 as is shown on the back of the pin. The Bauer cartouche is also displayed on the back. A white leather-like storage pouch and a collectors' record and description are included. The pin is 2 1/2" tall, 1 1/2" wide.

This resin purse by Maya has tiger eye stones, pearls, clear rhinestones, beads, crystals, flowers, vines leaves and butterflys. Each element adds to its beauty. As an alternative, carry the purse as a clutch and wear the chain as a necklace or belt, either way, it is gorgeous. 7 1/2" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2" deep, chain is 44" end to end.

Ornate copper wire pattern with crystals and stones adorn Maya's translucent purse. 6" wide, 4 1/2" high, 2" deep, chain 44" end to end.

This purse by Maya is sassy! Resin body, antiqued metal frame, beaded tassel and many turquoise chips and nuggets. Measurements are 6" by 3 1/2" and 2" front to back. The chain is 46" end to end.

Typical Patrice elegance is evident in this beautiful bracelet. Eight strands of glistening onyx beads with antique carved bone and vintage German glass, along with brass, compose this lovely bracelet. 7 1/2" long, 2" wide.

Beautiful blue resin purse by Maya. Carved scrolls in the resin with chalcedony and piwa pearl medallion. 6 1/2" wide, 5" high, 2" deep, chain 46" end to end.

Made from natural resin and decorated with turquoise fresh water pearls and crystals, this signed purse by Maya, a contemporary American designer, is a treasure. The color of the purse swirls from amber into soft beige. It is lined with cloth and has part leather interior. Maya's purses are limited editions and are truly collectors items. 6" wide,5" high, 2" diameter. Chain is 45" end to end.

This beautiful necklace by Maya has it all: gilt finish, chunky amethyst beads, rhinestones, piwa pearls, crystals, butterflies, leaves, flowers and more! Elegant in its creation, it is 17 1/2" end to end, its round links are about 2" in diameter, center dangle 2 3/8". Maya's signature is on the clasp. The earrings that follow in the next picture were made by Maya to match this necklace.

Elegant carving of flowers and branches in this resin purse by Maya. The gold plated medallion presents onyx and carnelian. The antiqued gold plated chain also contains onyx as well as iridescent faceted beads. Note the sassy tassel. Purse is 8" wide, 4 1/2" high and 2 1/2" deep. Chain is 44" end to end.

This lovely Patrice set shows the beautiful crafting and design typical of Patrice. The bracelet is antiqued brass with the addition of synthetic cats eye and genuine garnet. The bracelet is heavy and chunky. The earrings contain the same stones. Bracelet is 6" around the inside with a 1" opening. The earrings are 1" by 3/4".