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Designs by Lynda aka DivaChick
Primitive Florals Series - Black and Turquoise Necklace 1
I created the polymer clay pendant and added LB's magnesite turquoise dumb bell/dog bone beads, sterling silver and matte blackstone rounds. This...
Components: polymer clay, Magnesite, blackstone, sterling silver
Southwest Landscapes Series - Corn Maiden II Necklace and Earrings
This is my entry in Art Bead Scene's September challenge, the theme of which is based on a quilt created in 1965 by Lillie Mae Pettway (1927-1990),...
Components: polymer clay, horn bone, Red Jasper, Copper, Terra Cotta clay
Ramsdell Art Nouveau Necklace - Art Bead Scene Entry for August
This is my entry in the Art Bead Scene August Challenge, the theme of which is Frederick Winthrop Ramsdell's illustration for American Crescent...
Components: czech glass, Vintaj brass, glass, paper
Textured Turquoise and Copper Polymer Clay Pendant with Matte Glass Bead Detail Necklace
I love the horse eye cut in a gemstone, which the polymer industry sometimes calls "football." I purchased some football shape cutters in...
Components: polymer clay, Copper, alcohol ink, matte glass, embossing powder
Almost Ikat Polymer Clay Earrings
These earrings were created by me using translucent clay, alcohol inks and embossing powder. The earring findings are also handmade, but not by...
Components: polymer clay, Copper, embossing powder, alcohol ink
Sand and Surf Polymer Clay Earrings
These earrings were created by me using translucent polymer clay, alcohol inks and embossing powder. The copper earring findings are handmade,...
Components: polymer clay, alcohol inks, Copper, embossing powder
Rose Mallow Necklace
This is my entry in the July ArtBeadScene challenge.
The painting providing the inspiration this month is "Morning in the Garden at...
The painting providing the inspiration this month is "Morning in the Garden at...
Components: polymer clay, vintaj natural brass, swarovski crystal
Faux Bone Pendants and Earrings
Faux Bone Polymer Clay Pendants and Earrings created by me. The palm jasper in the 5th photo was purchased here at LB.
Components: polymer clay, brass, palm jasper
Scrap Clay Earrings - Stripes, Stripes and More Stripes
When the scrap polymer clay piles up, you have to do something with it, so I spent the weekend making earrings and pendants. These are some of my...
Components: polymer clay, czech glass, bracciated jasper, Blue Quartz (rainbow), brass, black onyx
Immune Deficiency Foundation 2011 Donation - Think Zebra!
My 17 year old niece, Kaitlyn, suffers from a primary immunodeficiency disease known as Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID). She takes weekly...
Components: polymer clay, turquoise, Magnesite, dzi beads, pewter, crysoprase, dalmatian jasper, horn bone, sterling silver
Faux Newsprint Jasper Asian Themed Pendants and Focal Beads
I purchased some humongous Newsprint Jasper coin beads from LB a few months ago but couldn't find anything to go with them, so I tried making some...
Components: polymer clay, alcohol ink, embossing powder, acrylic paint
Faux Asian Porcelain Series - Indigo and White Pendants Group 1
These are my newest pendants, featuring antique Indigo and White Asian porcelain patterns. You can see a touch of jade on the borders of one, and...
Components: polymer clay, digital image
May Blog Giveaway Prize
My giveaway prize for May is another collaborative effort with my very good friend, the fabulously talented Laurel Steven, who has a shop of the...
Components: polymer clay, digital image, blue pearl stone, copper Apple Jaspee
Floral Gardens Series - Pistachio Green Pendant/Cab and Earring Components
Yes, another couple of square pendants with my new favorite mold. LOL I love this pistachio green color. It has a teeny bit more yellow than the...
Components: polymer clay
Floral Gardens Series - Ivory over Wedgewood Blue Pendant/Cab and Earring Components
Can you tell this large square mold is my new favorite? The detail is amazing! The pendant/cab was created to mimic cameos and has an ivory...
Components: polymer clay
Faux Cinnebar Earrings With Black Czech Glass Drops
My mother asked me to make a pair of red and black earrings for her after she saw the faux cinnebar beads, so I made two pair, one for her and one...
Components: polymer clay, Silver, czedch glass
Faux Cinnebar Floral Gardens Series - Cabochons and Pendants
Today I felt like making red beads. :)
Components: polymer clay
April Blog Giveaway - Early Mother's Day Present
This pendant is my April blog giveaway prize. See my profile for my blog address if you are interested. No purchase necessary. :)
My mother,...
My mother,...
Components: polymer clay, digital image, love
Chatter
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Great design and cheery colors. Great Way to repurpose…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Very pretty design. The pendant is great and of I love pearls. I love how you used…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Thanks so much everyone....I appreciate your comments!…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Clever idea that turned out really cute.…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Beautiful design, Deb!…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Great partners for the pendant. I really like how the pendant & coordinating dangles hang from…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Lucky you to get such a great gift! Love the earrings!…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Nancy, these earrings are wonderful! Such a clever idea!
…” read »- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Nancy, you've created another stunning cuff! Love green & copper together!
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on “Pistachio Spring”:“This delicate green necklace is perfect for Spring. Love it!
…” read »- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“Party time! Fabulous cheerful ear rings!
…” read » - on “Country Leaves”:
“Love the copper and leaves. Excellent Design!
…” read » - on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love your bracelets especially the leather one.
…” read » - on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Wow! Those beads are gorgeous! Love the color.
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on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Definitely one of those "why didn't I think of that" ideas...super clever and super cute!…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Classy!
…” read » - on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super design. Great tree, too!
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on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Exquisite design as well as those gorgeous beads. You did an excellent job. I love…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Fantastic design. Love it!
…” read » - on “Bluebells”:
“Great design! Great flowers, too!
…” read » - on “Totally Teal”:
“Wow! I love all of that teal and it makes a gorgeous bracelet. Great…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Thanks for the suggestion Chelsea. I haven't done much etching so this would be a…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Yes, the wire is dead soft KSD. At 14 gauge anything but dead soft would…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Thanks everybody for all the compliments. I've had this little pendant & the pearls sitting on…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Cute recycle!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I have this pendant also and I just finished making a necklace with it. It…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“These are cool!…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Those stones look gorgeous, as does your design!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Love it Deb! That pendant looks great with those pearls.…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Beautiful!…” read »
- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“These look like so much fun!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I wanna come to YOUR house! MY patio needs CPR!…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Oh my goodness, Deb, another of your beautiful creations. I really like that leaf; the 1"…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Dittos to everything said. The miracle of Creation is showcased in your pieces!…” read »
- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“What a fantastic and clever idea!! The name is so fitting; love the colors.…” read »
- on “TY”:
“Love this type of design which allows for the beads/components to stand out. Can this be…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Absolutely fabulous stones--and the triangular pendant is perfect. Gorgeous piece!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“That pendant is a sensational color. Looks great with the beads you chose. Oh, and kudos…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Exquisite!…” read »
