I love crosses, and have been searching for a design I like. So peering into Sally Jean Alexander's wonderful book "Pretty Little Things" I discovered a few I loved. One is a more rounded gothic style which I really like so I forged ahead to create it. Of course I picked the hardest one to make! I discovered quickly the pattern needed to be very precise, and I couldn't just wing it. So I created a pattern with the use of my beloved Photoshop, traced it out on glass and shaped the pieces with a glass grinder. I bought the pretty shadowbox above from Lori at Vintage Flair.
After much trial and error I came up with this cross. I love that there are two sides to it, and according to what you wear it can be worn either way.
I used small clear crystal rhinestones on the inside square, and like the way it glistens. 
Old postcards, photos and prints were used in the design. The cross itself is about 1 3/4"x 2 1/4" 
This was a real labor of love and I hope you enjoyed taking a peek at it. Have a wonderful weekend, and if you're in Southern CA enjoy the clear weather!Take care,
Martha
