Ravens Vintage Jewelry Blog - Original 70s, 80s & 90s Finds

Materials & Tools 5–9 oversized vintage beads (20–50 mm) Strong jewelry wire (0.8–1.0 mm) or stainless steel beading wire Metal spacer beads or decorative connectors Two sturdy end caps or wire guards Lobster clasp or toggle clasp Jump rings Jewelry pliers and wire cutters Measuring tape Step 1 – Select Your Beads Choose beads in different shapes, sizes and colors. Combine contrasting colors or create a more harmonious palette. Select one particularly striking bead as the centerpiece. Step 2 – Arrange the Design Lay out your beads on a flat surface before assembling. Create a slightly asymmetrical arrangement for a sculptural, contemporary look. Leave small gaps between the beads for metal connectors. Step 3 – Prepare the Wire Measure the desired necklace circumference. For a collar-style necklace, approximately 40–45 cm is a good starting point. Add extra length for the clasp and connections. Step 4 – Assemble the Necklace Thread the beads onto the jewelry wire. Use metal ...

The 1970s were a decade of self-expression, earthy colors, flowing silhouettes and jewelry that celebrated natural materials. Among the most distinctive accessories of the era were 1970s seed necklaces: sculptural strands made from seeds, wood, nuts, shells and other nature-inspired materials. With their warm colors, irregular shapes and handcrafted appearance, these necklaces captured the free-spirited attitude of bohemian fashion.

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  This necklace focuses on the essentials: pure nature and authentic craftsmanship. Each piece is crafted from genuine amethyst and sodalite chips in a conscious, purist design on a cotton cord. Completely free from artificial additions and metallic elements, it features no brass clasps, no alloys, and no plastic.

 Bohemian style has always championed freedom of expression, but true whimsical boho embraces a bolder, more textural maximalism. Moving away from delicate minimalism, this approach thrives on the rich interplay of contrasting patterns, vibrant jewel tones, and tactile craftsmanship.

 The 1970s in Berlin represented a unique intersection of raw industrial architecture, intellectual grit, and understated wardrobe choices. Unlike the disco-infused glamour of New York or the bohemian excess of London, Berlin style during this decade favored functionality elevated by exquisite textures. 

  There is an enduring allure to the Italian coastline in the 1970s—an era immortalized by jet-setters lounging along the pastel cliffs of Positano and Capri.