A lot of people are intimidated by multiple strand necklaces, but it's actually very easy to do."

VOA: special.2009.05.18

The Southern California artist started by making "love bead" necklaces.

VOA: special.2009.05.18

But,this year,there is barely a trickle of buyers for the glittering gold bangles, necklaces and earrings on display.

VOA: standard.2009.09.19