As often happens, the inspiration for a piece comes by chance. Originally planning to put together a more traditional pearl wedding set, I came across an inexpensive cruet with a cork while wandering through a kitchen shop. The bottle and cork made me think of a message in a bottle washing up on a sandy beach. With the right touches, like cultured pearls and colorful lampwork beads similar to sea glass, it would make a unique table accent and token of thanks for guests at an informal beach wedding.