Catching up! I finished the earrings for my
outfit. I needed a bunch of real pearls so I bought inexpensive freshwater pearl
earrings and “harvested” the pearls—which already had pendant settings. 
Using gold plated jump rings, I
attached the pearls to the previously made chandeliers. I then finished with the
gold ring for the ears. I need to tighten up some of the silver wire, but I am
pretty pleased with them.
I’ve also finished my petticoat/underskirt,
except for waistband hooks (on order). I used softened box pleats to attach the
skirt to the waistband. Hubby once again helped level the skirt. I had to do so
at the top as there is a decorative hem already. It is a bit shorter than I
like, but that will help the pretty silk to survive the dust.
