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“You could always start learning etching! I find that 16g through 20g copper makes some of…” read »
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on “Lovely Impression”:“KO thread is used without a needle because of the stiffness of it. At Lima beads…” read »
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“Thanks Lynda and Kate!
I'll take a closer look at Swellegant.
Lynda, thank you for the…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“Great looking pieces Jimmy is wearing. The nuggets are gorgeous.
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on “Prince Moai”:“I have a huge crush on Jimmy too and he loves wearing all the blink. LOL…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
on “Simply Crystal”:“Wow! Simply gorgeous!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
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“Great earrings. Can't wait to see what you do with the 16g.…” read »
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“Wanda, I really like this. Love the Butterfly theme and admire all the hard work…” read »
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“Please let Jimmy know that he is my first on-line crush. Love a guy who…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Thank you all. Let me share with you, brass is the hardest metal I have worked…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Beautiful! Fabulous pendant...makes for a beautiful necklace.…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Dream is the perfect word to use for this set. Oh my gosh!!!!!…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Much fabulocity here. I'm a huuuuuge Aqua nugget fan. They look great with Quartz.It has such…” read »
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“Thanks for that tutorial,FB. I would never have guessed about the "loop first" method. I'll give…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“I read your tute and found it very easy to follow! And must agree with Kate and…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Love that color! Great design, too.
…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“YUM! Can I have mine with shortbread? This is such a gorgeous technique, Julia,…” read »
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“No earrings for Prince Jimmy! I 'm wearing the earrings! LOL Thank you very much! These…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Blue with brass. What more could anyone want? Great design.
…” read » - on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“My kind of color! Love the design, too! Isn't it great to have a stash when…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Mmmmmm, yummy color! Love it!
…” read » - on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Kate is right, It definitely has that "industrial chic" look. Great color, excellent design! …” read »
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Ruby Necklace
About this design:
This was a custom order for a customer's wife. He ordered early so he could put it aside for Christmas. The huge, deep red topaz was the inspiration.
At the end, I added a golden shade of pearls in two shapes and some delicate gold chain dangles that go so nicely with the ruby pearls, garnets and that huge Blood Red Topaz. (41.55 carats)
Pictures attached with the supply 'stack', the necklace on a jewelry stand, the completed necklace as a closeup hanging, and one laying flat, so you can see the heart clasp and extender chain and little dangles at the back of the neck. It looks very pretty on -- I hope she likes it!
Components:
See above.Additional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Sep 06, 2011 at 6:58 pm #
Lynn g says:Wow now that will be one lucky lady.. those colors are so nice.. Is that Ruby Topaz the same shape of some of the gems I got from you???
On Sep 06, 2011 at 10:01 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Thanks Lynn, YES, that Ruby Red Topaz is the same shape and similar size as some of the gemstones that I sent you … it looks so neat surrounded by the smaller gems and pearls. Does that give you an idea of what you want to do with yours?!
SLS
On Sep 06, 2011 at 10:25 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Stunning love this one Shannon!
On Sep 07, 2011 at 12:33 am #
Janet Miriam says:WOW!! This is so stunningly beautiful!! I absolutely love the golden shades you paried with that yummy topaz, ruby pearls and garnets. Really a magnificant piece!!
On Sep 07, 2011 at 6:20 am #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:This is absolutely gorgeous, Shannon! I’m not sure I can find words to explain hos nice I think it is! That lady is lucky – and she’s lucky to have such a nice husband, giving her this nice treasure and planning it already!!
On Sep 07, 2011 at 7:41 am #
CAS says:GASP!!! Shannon … THIS IS UTTERLY STUNNING!!! Perfection!
On Sep 07, 2011 at 10:27 am #
KPJEWELS says:Absolutely gorgeous.
On Sep 07, 2011 at 12:12 pm #
Little Round Chick says:This is an incredibly beautiful piece, Shannon. It looks like what you would find in a treasure chest. Lucky lady to have such a thoughtful husband.
On Sep 07, 2011 at 1:54 pm #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:Wow! How do I get on your Xmas list? haha!
Beautiful as always Shannon.
On Sep 07, 2011 at 4:19 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:What is not to like! Beautiful
On Sep 08, 2011 at 1:20 pm #
DMYJewelryDesign on etsy says:I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!! I believe your customer’s wife will have the same reaction….How could she not?? Added it to my fav’s !
On Sep 08, 2011 at 2:17 pm #
AllureofGemsGlamJulia says:Gorgeous peace!!
On Sep 14, 2011 at 9:16 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Whew dazzling!!!
On Sep 17, 2011 at 11:40 am #
Lyric Chick aka Bev says:FAV!!!!! I’ve never heard of Ruby Topaz before, but I’m hooked now. Where can I find some? I have some natural raw rubies that I’d like to pair with a faceted stone.
On Sep 24, 2011 at 11:34 pm #
Elsa L says:Wow! Really gorgeous! You are abundantly creative! This is something that one could wear forever and never tire of.
On Oct 15, 2011 at 4:35 pm #
MIRA B says:This is stunning! Nice work. This is one lucky lady, she will be thrilled on Christmas day.
On Dec 11, 2011 at 4:41 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Well, I have an update for you on this necklace … customer decided to give it to his wife early. She got it Friday night and she sent me an email Saturday a.m. She LOVES it and was wearing it to a holiday party that night! SLS
On Dec 11, 2011 at 10:26 pm #
qltldy10 says:Isn’t it sweet to get feedback from the recipient? It must be so nice to hear from the customers! Lol, I bet he will be back!!
On Mar 01, 2012 at 6:22 am #
D Luczak says:This is so beautiful! I love the colors and how well everything fits together. She is one lucky lady to receive this!