A close second to Venetian Glass in my recent fascination with Italian craftsmanship is millefiori. These beautiful and versatile beads lend themselves to inclusion in such a wide stylistic range of jewelry and mixed media. And so I thought I'd share a few of my favorite millefiori-inspired finds on Etsy.

I love the bright, fresh color palette of this aptly named Ocean Isle bracelet (from shinytrinkets).

By contrast, these romantic antique brass earrings (from ZuzusPetalsCreations) would make anyone feel like a true Renaissance woman.

If this Murano glass showpiece (from Leeski) doesn't make you want to hop on the next plane to Venice, I don't know what will!

What is inspiring your craft--or, at least, your daydreaming--today?

Happy Friday,

Jessica