Process

It's a typical night here at _frau_rau_co. headquarters. A little bit of of beading, shooting, blogging, 'gramming and planning. More on process to come!

Ruby Ruby Ruby Ruby

This ruby pendant necklace is one of those things I picture in my mind but never find even in my favorite boutiques. _frau_rau_co. is proud to bring you a dream come true! This gold studded piece is also available in sapphire, onyx, amethyst, and agate!

PS: Does anyone else remember that Kaiser Chiefs song? *sigh* for one hit wonders.

Coral Corral

Every since I picked up these coral beauties in NYC, I've been just dying to make all kinds of _frau_rau_co. gems! This medium length (23") necklace can be worn as a simple statement piece by itself or layered on top of other fun pieces for an eclectic yet polished look. Stay tuned for the coral corral bracelet to match! 

Infinity x 3

Remember when those infinity necklaces first came out? I always remember attributing their popularity to Oprah. I think it was back in 2006 when she put the infinity necklace on one of her must have lists or gave them away to her entire audience. Either way, the thing I do remember from that year is convincing my mother that I just had to have an infinity necklace for my birthday. She bought me a beautiful diamond studded silver infinity necklace that I cherished around my neck for months on end. The next year I bought myself an all gold less diamond-full one. This year I am proud to have made my own! 

This delicate infinity necklace is studded with three golden infinity rings. This simple and delicate piece is perfect for throwing on while running out the door and sporting a classic look all day long. Ok so maybe the _frau_rau_co. style is a little beyond classic with the infinity ring sandwich style we've got going on here. Straighten out those eyebrows - infinity and beyond I say! Besides, they say the third is a charm.

(_frau_rau_co.'s personal collection)

a _frau_rau_co. design

Fools Gold & Gold

These pyrite gems aren't fooling anyone - they're real! Still looking for some genuine gold? Not to worry, this piece has some of that too. This double layered gold filled chain should put a rest to your gold mine! This medium length necklace is perfect for adding some bold sparkle to your look. Don't leave these fools alone on the hill, layer on your favorite charm or pendant!

Semi Precious Friends

Emerald, jade, labradorite and apatite need a host for their friendly gathering. Who will be the lucky frau to join the semi precious and totally adorable party?

Carnelian Barred

Here is a variation of _frau_rau_co.'s semi-precious barred collection. These hand picked carnelian stones are joined by gold electroplate rounds on the bar. The delicate chain is studded with more gold rounds and finished with carnelian and gold around the clasp. Great for pairing with neutrals and layering with other carnelian gems!

Hangin' Out

Just a few of _frau_rau_co.'s favorite pearl and carnelian pieces:

I've always wanted to make a rosary esque piece - something studded with gems worthy of holiness yet casual for accessorizing. The pendant on this Mother of Pearl studded piece is from St. Patrick's Cathedral in NY, NY and is homage to the Mother of all mothers - Saint Anne.

The long carnelian necklace is studded with edgy gold findings and carnelians of different shapes and sizes - I love layering this one with other carnelians and dark denim.

The carnelian bar necklace - seen better in Carnelian Barred - is a very simple and delicate piece that is easy to pair with neutrals or bring out that summer bronze you've worked so hard to earn - your heat exhaustion and not so graceful glistens win first place in my book!

The floating pearl necklace is a _frau_rau_co. classic and favorite. This piece is easily worn every day to go along with those signature pearl earrings and show off your class. A must have for every season!

The gold framed single carnelian necklace is another piece easy to leave on for days at a time. This simple piece rests just between your collar's hem and bones for all to see and admire!