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Designs by Tanya m
colour block double strand necklace
I saw the faceted jasper beads in a clearance bin and had to have them! I love the way that they contrast with the creamy faux pearls.
Components: Brecciated Jasper, vintage faux pearls, glass, brass plated bead caps and clasp.
Trilobite bracelet
Little pressed glass trilobites look like they have just been chisled out of a rock somewhere, so I made sure to add natural stone beads to keep...
Components: Pressed Czech glass, Red Jasper, other stones but I don't know what they are, assorted glass beads
koi pond
The beautiful crackle agate beads remind me of aquatic plants and the red agate chips perfectly mimic the colour of koi. I tried to catch the feel...
Components: pewter Dorabeth design clasp, green crackle agate, red agate chips
royal red necklace
The pendant was originally on a piece that I had purchased years ago, but it looks just great with the rich reds and golds here!
Components: Gold fresh water pearls, fire polished glass, miscellanious glass beads
Heart anklet
I had originaly pictured a bracelet, but this works great as an anklet
Components: Pewter connector, margarita crystals, czech glass beads
dewdrops necklace
This is another piece that I created to use up some extra beads. The different shades of blue reminded me of morning dew.
swirl barrette
I love the swirl AB beads in this piece!
Components: Czech pressed glass, glass chips
Purple luster bracelet
This bracelet incorporates incredible purple glass leaves and tiny brass beads.
Components: brass beads, Czech glass beads
Flourite bellflower necklace
Although I've seen the bead cap in many places, I still love it! This is my take on a use for it.
Components: Flourite pillows, blue and white freshwater pearls, metal beads, glass beads
Fire
In this piece I tried to capture the look and movement of fire. The shell pieces towards the back of the piece are the smoke and the glass coral...
Components: Shell chips, glass beads, glass coral, fresh water pearls, natural semi-precious stone charms
'Cherries'
When I had finished this piece, I was reminded of cherries! What do you think?
Components: faceted carnelian, lampworked glass, and pressed Czech glass
The REAL orange orphan bracelet!
Ok, lets' try this again. This piece incorporates a number of orphan beads in shades of orange. The link is brass plated.
Chatter
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 »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Close....Ottawa! lol! Lucky you living in the city with some of the best bead stores…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“This is stunning.....love the blue lace agate!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I love this Deb! It's so delicate-- and even if the leaf is only 1"...the…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Yes, I agree with Deb, they are lovely in the photo.wish I could see them in…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“So pretty! This is one of my favs!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You must live in Montreal!! LOL!! And freaking cold too darn!!
Same here! …” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Well if they are even prettier than the photos then they must be drop dead gorgeous.…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Love thgese Lynda. Beautiful and rustic! Will give the tute a look!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“I too am a huge fan of annealed steel wire for jewelry projects. After removing…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Funny, Deb Harding, I borrowed the book from the library because of one of your posts…” read »
- on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:
“I think them! Love the color combination. They would go with everything.…” read »
on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“Inspiring me about what to do with all my smaller chips, stones, etc! Extra nice design…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Both the flowers and the earrings are beautiful! Great job capturing the feel of the real…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“Those leaves are gorgeous...this bracelet is a perfect setting for.them.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“I have that same book....its awesome isn't it? You did an excellant job on the leather…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Fantastic job...you definitely captured the look of your flowers. I seriously want your flowers...lol.…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
…” read »- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
…” read » - on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“You can't beat black with silver and pearls! Great designs!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“love how you're exploring so many beautiful variations with this technique, Julia....they all end up in…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This a stunning piece, the heart pendant,WOW!!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Gorgeous!!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
