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on “Asymetrical blues and browns”:“Lovely Coral! Like the asymmetrical look, the colors you chose and the brass compliments it perfectly.…” read »
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on “Asymetrical blues and browns”:“Oooo.... I like this - its simple but very interesting.…” read »
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“You have done a wonderful job bringing out the beauty in these beads. Love the…” read »
on “Mosaic”:“Love your new bracelet, Beth ! And love that you make bracelets to "match" your…” read »
on “Bevy of Dancing Loop Bracelets”:“Thanks for all the kind words! These are fun and fast to make especially using…” read »
on “Maroon Sun”:“What a stunning necklace with the Mookaite and the Sunstone beads. Love the color combo…” read »
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“Definitely love the southwestern feel of this particular bracelet. I live in Arizona now moving…” read »
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“Beautiful bracelet Lady425 aka Beth !!! We've got the same bead stash. I've got…” read »
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on “More the Merrier Re-design”:“Beautiful. I like plan B .
…” read »- on “Bevy of Dancing Loop Bracelets”:
“You 've inspired me to do some earrings with Unicorne tear drops. Thank you
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on “A Day At The Beach”:“Wearing this, you'd be the classiest person on the beach. I like!…” read »
- on “All Wired Up”:
“I'm really attracted to this piece. It has the rustic-organic feel, but it's delicate, too. Well…” read »
on “All Wired Up”:“I love the rustic beauty of this design! I recently aquired some 18G copper wire at…” read »
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Healing Heart
About this design:
The last heart I made was for me....this one was for a friend who had experiences some hard times.
Components:
Brass,copper,brass and copper wire,swarovski crystal, etchant, patinaRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Sep 09, 2011 at 4:25 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:It is beautiful!
On Sep 09, 2011 at 5:04 pm #
C Clark says:Beautiful sentiment. We could all use a healing heart.
On Sep 09, 2011 at 9:00 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Lovely!
On Sep 09, 2011 at 10:54 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Very cool, I agree with C Clark!!
On Sep 10, 2011 at 1:43 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:My first thought was a BG’s song…’How do you mend a broken heart’….
Sorry to hear your friend is going through some tough times – this was a lovely thing to do for her. I’m sure she’ll treasure it!
On Sep 10, 2011 at 9:19 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Hope this gorgeous piece lifts the spirits of your friend in need. I’m sure this special beauty means a lot to her!
I love the texture & natural, rustic feel of it. Your design is a winner in my book! Fav!
On Sep 10, 2011 at 2:34 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This is a beauty … glad you made one for yourself too! SLS
On Sep 10, 2011 at 4:37 pm #
K H says:This is really cool!! Were you able to find copper blanks or did you cut them yourself!
On Sep 11, 2011 at 11:08 pm #
C Strecker says:I made my own pattern and cut them out with a jewelers saw.
On Sep 12, 2011 at 10:43 am #
DMYJewelryDesign on etsy says:GORGEOUS!!!
On Sep 13, 2011 at 10:00 am #
Jenn Corter says:This is so beautiful! <3
On Sep 15, 2011 at 1:56 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Do you sell these, I did not see one on your sites… I hope your friend feels the power of this
On Sep 20, 2011 at 12:37 pm #
DJluvs2bead says:Beautiful! I can tell you have a beautiful heart too! Did you etch the designs in the metal?
My best wishes and prayers for your friend.
On Sep 20, 2011 at 11:06 pm #
C Strecker says:Yes I did the etch with ferric chloride..works great. thanks for your wishes and prayers!
On Sep 20, 2011 at 11:13 pm #
C Strecker says:To Gemme Designs – I haven’t listed them on my sites (I don’t remember doing so!). I will gladly do one for anyone…I would prefer to know the reason for the heart so I can design it for that person, you know what I mean? And by the way, the individual who I made this has received the piece and now considers it a family heirloom! what an honor…it was quite a tear fest!
On Sep 24, 2011 at 11:19 pm #
Elsa L says:I am a customer who just happened to be looking at the site when I saw your design. It’s really wonderful and communicates powerfully.
Thank you for sharing it.
On Sep 27, 2011 at 7:34 pm #
Gemme Designs says:My friend is going through a painful divorce, she has been married for 11 years and is only 32 … I want her to feel that she can love again
Please give me the details, price, shipping to Canada and how long it would take to make one. Thanks 