When Liz and I went to the D.C. Big Flea a couple weeks ago, I found this incredible antique hand-painted ivory pendant. The detail in this piece is amazing. I can't imagine painting this tiny in such detail! Even the setting is awesome; it's sterling filigree.

I couldn't resist it and spent a small fortune, but was thrilled to have it to work on.

I've been playing with it a couple days now and know I want to go with the mother of pearl rosary beads I found in Paris. And I'm pretty sure I want to attach this gorgeous sterling heart locket which came from Paris as well.

I ALMOST hate to finish it! But I will, very soon!