So, it's been quite a while.... I've sorta been working on my challenge, but only because I've sorta been working on my jewelry. No need to write any more - I'll show you what I've created (as long as I can remember how to post pictures!)

Multistrand Mixed Metal Kumihimo Necklace with Silver Chain (you can't see the chain in this picture)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/97623875/mixed-metals-silver-copper-and-brass?listing_id=97623875&listing_slug=mixed-metals-silver-copper-and-brass

Speckled Black and Gray Beaded Kumihimo Necklace with Gunmetal Chain (you can't see the chain in this picture)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/97624778/black-and-gray-beaded-kumihimo-and-chain?listing_id=97624778&listing_slug=black-and-gray-beaded-kumihimo-and-chain

Black and Steel Beaded Kumihimo Necklace
https://www.etsy.com/listing/93047220/black-and-steel-beaded-kumihimo-necklace?listing_id=93047220&listing_slug=black-and-steel-beaded-kumihimo-necklace

Metallic Bronze Beaded Kumihimo Necklace with Sterling Toggle Clasp
https://www.etsy.com/listing/93011807/metallic-bronze-beaded-kumihimo-necklace?listing_id=93011807&listing_slug=metallic-bronze-beaded-kumihimo-necklace

Black and Steel Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet with Gunmetal Chain
https://www.etsy.com/listing/97622513/black-and-steel-beaded-kumihimo-bracelet?listing_id=97622513&listing_slug=black-and-steel-beaded-kumihimo-bracelet

Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold and Rose Gold Chain Maille Bracelet
https://www.etsy.com/listing/97727857/sterling-silver-yellow-gold-and-rose?listing_id=97727857&listing_slug=sterling-silver-yellow-gold-and-rose

Metallic Bronze Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet
https://www.etsy.com/listing/93013279/metallic-bronze-beaded-kumihimo-bracelet?listing_id=93013279&listing_slug=metallic-bronze-beaded-kumihimo-bracelet

Success!  I'm making a pair of earrings to go with the chain maille bracelet. After that, I'll forage through my supplies for more ideas. So far, I haven't bought any supplies in 2012!!! Although I've definitely been tempted.... wish me luck and creativity!