Moonlight Spark, by Caprilicious

Hello folks, nice to chat to you again. I've been very busy and have had no time to drop by to catch up with you, but some special clasps came through the post and inspired me to create - and now that I have a creation, I can't wait to share it with you. 
The clocks went back this morning, and it is bitterly cold outside - time to play with beads, I reckoned. Going out to the conservatory to get pictures meant getting bundled up in winter gear, but I love this piece so much, I couldn't wait to have it photographed and out on the website.

---

Moonlight Spark

As I said, the two pairs of clasps arrived in the post, one gold tone and the other silver,  and I rummaged in my stash and a set of quartz beads jumped out at me. 'Pick me, pick me,' they cried, and I didn't have the heart to refuse. I've also had the beautifully enamelled 22K gold-plated beads for a while - I fell in love with them and purchased them a couple of years ago without knowing what I wanted to do with them, and they seemed perfect with the clasp. Besides, these shiny beads embody the festive spirit and are perfect for all the parties that are to come in the next couple of months. 

There’s something magical about this time of year — the days may be shorter, but the nights are full of sparkle. Fairy lights go up, champagne bottles pop, and suddenly we all rediscover our love for things that glitter. That’s exactly what inspired Moonlight Spark, a necklace that captures that fleeting moment when the world looks brighter, even if it’s freezing outside. 

​Some necklaces don’t just accessorise an outfit — they command it. Midnight Spark is one of those pieces. Elegant, luminous, and just a touch dramatic, it’s the sort of necklace that turns heads in that quiet, confident way — no shouting, no fuss, just a shimmer that catches the light (and everyone’s attention).

This piece began as a love letter to the season — not the grey, soggy British version that has us reaching for thermals and soup, but the one we imagine when we close our eyes: crisp air, twinkling frost, golden light bouncing off crystal glasses, laughter echoing from across a party room. That’s where faceted quartz beads come in — their icy sparkle mimics frost catching the morning light. And those lustrous pearls? They’re the moonlit snowdrifts, serene and timeless, gliding through the shimmer.

But of course, I couldn’t resist adding warmth. The enamelled gold-plated beads bring that touch of festive luxury, like a splash of mulled wine against the cool winter sky.  The enamelled, gold-plated beads are a perfect addition of warmth and richness — tiny bursts of colour that play beautifully against the cool quartz, bringing just the right balance of sophistication and intrigue.

And then, of course, there’s the clasp — a dazzling micropavé diamante-inset masterpiece. It’s far too beautiful to hide at the back, so wear it to one side and let it be part of the show. Jewellery should never be an afterthought; it should lead the conversation.

Styling Moonlight Spark is wonderfully easy. For a night out, think simple black velvet, or even a deep jewel-toned dress — emerald, sapphire, or garnet. The neutral sparkle of the quartz works like a mirror, picking up whatever colours surround it, while the gold tones keep everything warm and festive. It’s the kind of necklace that can take you from a family lunch to a dance floor without missing a beat.
For a daytime soiree, pair it with a simple dress, a white silk shirt, or even a sharply tailored blazer — anything that lets the necklace do the talking.
​It’s equally at home at a gallery opening, a dinner date, or that evening when you want to look effortlessly put together without trying too hard.

Christmas parties, New Year’s Eve, winter weddings — this one’s for the woman who believes sparkle isn’t seasonal. The one who doesn’t fade into the background but stands beneath the fairy lights, glass in hand, radiating confidence. ​This is a necklace for the woman who understands that elegance doesn’t mean being quiet — it’s about having presence. The kind of woman who laughs easily, walks with purpose, and always seems to have a little secret sparkle about her.

Because why should winter be all about cold? With Moonlight Spark, you bring your own warmth — and a little bit of magic too- and because every woman deserves to glow, even when the lights are low.

That's me for this week, folks. Have a wonderful weekend, and I'll catch you soon.
Until then
​xx