August Art Bead Scene Monthly Challenge

This is one of my submissions for the August challenge for Art Bead Scene.  The art that is the inspiration for this month is an old bicycle ad poster.  It is very cool and the artist was born in Manistee--just an hour from here!  I made this necklace while spending the night in the hospital with a very dear friend of mine.  I brought in my beads and worked while she nodded in and out.  It was a very special experience for me.  I love this necklace.  It looks fantastic on.  In fact, I am keeping this one for myself.  The raku pendant was made locally and the cool art bead were made by local artist Leslie. 

Here is a new picture of this delightful necklace--hopefully this shows off more of its charn