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Designs by shimmer chick
Labradorite Loops
Sterling Silver 20 gauge wire... looped, hammered and embellished with a beautiful Labradorite nugget.
asterix charm necklace
Here is another one of my little PMC creations. I love making simple and sweet charms. Czech glass beads adorn the lobster claw clasp.
Sticks and Stones
Labradorite, Thai Silver and Muscovite charms dangle from a Sterling Silver cable chain.
Collection of earrings
I love making jewelry.... but my all time favorite is making earrings. I admit it. Earrings are an addiction of mine.
Symmetry
A Handmade Fine Silver bead is nestled between Fossil Coral roundelles and Sterling Silver accent beads.
More Sterling Silver and a hint of...
More Sterling Silver and a hint of...
Satin Squares
Brushed Sterling cubes and Sterling Silver accent beads dangle and shimmer. Sterling Silver lever back earwires.
Seeing Green
Olive Jade, Green Apatite, Turquoise and Sterling Silver beads dangle from a Thai Silver stamped loop.
Sun Harvest
Carnelian, Madagascar Carnelian and Yellow Opal bracelet accented by oxidized Thai and Sterling silver. Handmade hammered Sterling silver clasp.
Fruity Crush
Turquoise, Amazonite, Carnelian, African Turquoise, China Chrysoprase and Thai Silver mingle randomly on a Sterling silver chain..... adorned with...
Blue Green Burst Dangles
Czech Glass beads that are a earthy mixture of blue, green and brown dangle from handmade Sterling Silver earwires. Sterling Silver accent beads.
Fruit Crush Dangles
A medley of luscious stones dangle from Sterling Silver loops.
Carnelian...Amazonite...Yellow Opal
Handmade Sterling Silver earwires
Carnelian...Amazonite...Yellow Opal
Handmade Sterling Silver earwires
Chatter
Laud on “Violets”:“Thank you all! Stitching is therapeutic, I think. My background is embroidery, where pieces can take…” read »
Laud on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“I like the variations, particularly the larger magatamas near the center, which give focus to the…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Thanks a bunch for the lovely comments, it just inspires me more.
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AllureofGemsGlamJulia on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Thank you Mary and Cindy, very much
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Melody on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Love this one…” read »
AllureofGemsGlamJulia on “Mystic Mystery”:“Thank You, Nancy!:)…” read »
N Taylor on “Wine Party”:“I just found this...2013? What a great idea.…” read »
Marian C on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Love, love, love this!!! So creative!…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Beachey Bling”:“What a fantastic earthy look. Beach glass should be considered a gemstone. It's so mysterious to…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Tranquility”:“Kyanite and Pearls are fantastic together,and I LOVE the splash of rock crystal. This piece really…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Mystic Mystery”:“Just gorgeous. Those stones really belong together,and are just perfect!…” read »
Beadlady3 aka Cindy on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“You are simply genius at this style!
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Beadlady3 aka Cindy on “Crazy Little Things”:“
Thanks everyone. The flat wire is aluminum, so it is very soft. Curling it…” read »
Mary S – Sweet Chick on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Like a cool, berry slushy on a hot day!
Wouldn't this look yummy with a…” read »
AllureofGemsGlamJulia on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Thank you, Becky, Deb,N Taylor and Wanda!
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AllureofGemsGlamJulia on “Mystic Mystery”:“Thank You all, dear chickies!
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Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Mystic Mystery”:“Beautiful set!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“The two different sides look great! Gorgeous!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:“Beautiful necklace! The rainy weather was a great inspiration for you.…” read »
Michelle on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“I agree with you both, I thought the same after I'd looked at them again!…” read »
Retro By Design on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Gorgeous!!!…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Mystic Mystery”:“Gorgeous set - love it.…” read »
Rachel 123 on “Banded Together”:“Very funky and cool!…” read »
Rachel 123 on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Your patina work is so cool - you are very talented! I love the turquoise beads…” read »
J Marion on “carry that weight”:“Hi! Do you have some for sale? Thanks!…” read »
J Marion on “Lovely Impression”:“Thanks for the useful info Lisa. What is KO thread and how do you work…” read »
N Taylor on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Now I see it, both are nice. I like your most recent design also. …” read »
N Taylor on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Great job, I admire all the hard work it took.…” read »
Deb Harding on “A Little Vintage”:“Beautifully done.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Night Owl”:“Thanks Becky. No it came out as is the first time.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “My MacGyver Heart”:“Love the look of this.The fringe of the sari is pretty, then the shine with the…” read »
Deb Harding on “My MacGyver Heart”:“Susie I got both kinds...the uncarded and the regular. One is mostly one color & looks…” read »
Laud on “Fancy Circutry”:“I think it's clever and cool. Good job!…” read »
Laud on “Ode to a Rose”:“Looks bright and happy to me. Love the colors!…” read »
Laud on “Mystic Mystery”:“You've really shown the beauty of the stones. Good one!…” read »
Deb Harding on “Mystic Mystery”:“I love the way you have the pendant accented. Very very nice.…” read »
Deb Harding on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Beautiful. The middle looks like little berries.…” read »
Elis Mom on “Mystic Mystery”:“Nice!…” read »
Elis Mom on “My MacGyver Heart”:“So pretty, Deb! I have some of the sari silk yarn(mine's not as pretty as yours!),…” read »
Elis Mom on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Thanks guys! I had a few days off last week, and I spent them cuddling with…” read »




















