Sunny with a Chance of Rain

Fall arrived suddenly - one day we enjoyed endless sunny skies, and the next rain came in.  I welcomed the change since fall is my favorite season.  And the season has a special flavor in the Pacific Northwest.  You think you're in for a day of rain and clouds, when all of a sudden - surprisingly - the sun comes out, or the opposite happens...  It's sunny with a chance of rain...



"Sunny with a Chance of Rain" necklace



Simplicity

Sometimes less is more, as in the case of this simple crystal pendant necklace.  My bestselling designs often come to life out of necessity - like this one.  One day I needed something easy to wear, easy to layer with other pieces for versatility, and neutral in style.  The pendant is a beautifully faceted quartz, clear with a golden web of rutile that comes to life when held up against the light, with a chain fringe.  It is suspended on three sterling silver chains, some oxidized to give the piece some edge and depth.  Simply elegant!*

*available at SPUN in Seattle or by contacting me directly at joanna@joannamorgandesigns.com , each necklace differs slightly because no stone is identical

My Inspiration

I am a nomad - every few years my life takes me somewhere else.  Growing up I never even thought of leaving my Polish family but fate had other plans.  I have to say Pacific Northwest is the most beautiful place on Earth I have ever lived , and I feel so fortunate to be here.  The beauty of nature freed a lot of creativity in me and my love of organic elements came through in a lot of my designs.  The pace of life, the light, and the spirit of the region have taken me where I have never dreamt of.  I am often asked - "what's your inspiration?" - and I often feel that answering simply that nature surrounding us is what is the constant source of new ideas, may not be enough.  But just look around - how can you not be moved by these wonders?