Clara Francis / January Glass

Is London's Clara Francis some kind of ten-pin beer league champion? Because I am bowled over by her gorgeous beadwork and soothing, muted tones.

Bonus link: ring by Rhode Island glass artist Caitlin D. Johnston of January Glass; check out her collection of simple, frosted pastel pieces.

Even more jewellery:

• Karen Gilbert (Healdsburg, CA) - pyrex clusters


• Hoolala (UK) - playful charms


• Becky Lee (Brooklyn) - colourful wooden beads