Magnetic Badge Reel - Plain

Sometimes I look way past the obvious.  I have over 40 badge reels posted for sale in my shop.  But today a man contacted me about making a plain black magnetic badge reel.  He works at a gym and likes the idea of a magnetic badge reel, but doesn't want a fancy cabochon on it.

It was easy-peasy for me to provide him with a plain black magnetic retractable badge reel.  I will start carrying these in my Plum Beadacious shop on a regular basis.  This is a great gift for a man or woman, and is smart for wearing to the gym on an outdoor hike or other activity where you want a magnetic retractable badge reel, but don't want anything fussy.

Stones, Pearls, Gold plated Beads and Birds on a Wire

I really enjoyed putting this combo together to make this beautiful lanyard.  The birds on a wire in a hoop are so sweet, and the small square beads that are a mottled purple and tan are intriguing.  I bought those at a bead show in Denver and did not keep track of what type of stone they are.  I think they may be dyed turquoise or dyed agate, but not sure.  Overall this is a beauty!