Shades of spring

I finally got to it today, somewhat! First, I made a sterling prong setting for a really pretty free-form aquamarine I've had in my studio staring at me for some time. I melted balls on the ends of the prongs and formed the top one into the bail before bending down over the stone. It's rough and interesting - I find, at least! I like the contrast of the setting with the smooth delicately pale stone. It's a really pretty blue with a slight purple cast to it.

Also made a sterling and peridot ring with a 5mm faceted round peridot. Used a tube setting with a nice round sterling shank. Very comfy and it definitely brings spring to mind! The lovely green of peridot is so fresh and zingy!

Reminds me that spring is not too far off. We've had some very spring-like days in Toronto recently - the poor trees and gardens are getting very confused....