How To: Craft a crystal in a wire basket jewelry pendant

You know those trendy little jewelry stores that line Melrose and Robertson Blvd., filled with gorgeous yet offbeat knick knacks boasting sleek '60s contours and not too much bling? Well, you can create a similar "pretty, but not too pretty" piece of jewelry by watching this tutorial.

Jeweler Preston Reuther shows how to make a crystal in a basket (a crystal wrapped around with wire to secure it as a pendant) using wire jewelry techiniques. This is a simple yet very elegant and chic piece that will match any bohemian outfit.