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on “Country Leaves”:“Absolutely beautiful. This is one of my favorite pieces.…” read »
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.
…” read » 
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 »
Mystic Blue
About this design:
Still working with my disk cutter, and trying to produce for two back to back shows in November. Although...I'm having trouble letting this one go. Maybe I'll just *test wear it* for a few days. :)
Components:
Mystic Blue Feldspath, Copper sheet, Brass wire, Wild Horse Jasper, one teeny Swarovski flat back.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Oct 18, 2011 at 2:26 pm #
J S Creations says:Can you give me the components for this necklace Really beautiful
On Oct 18, 2011 at 3:06 pm #
Anna706 says:Beautiful can come close to describing this piece. Pop the champagne and have a party.
On Oct 18, 2011 at 6:36 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Very beautiful!!!
On Oct 18, 2011 at 6:54 pm #
qltldy10 says:Wow! In my dreams could I visualize something like this! It’s beautiful!
On Oct 18, 2011 at 8:35 pm #
Lynn g says:Wow this is so nice…
On Oct 18, 2011 at 9:07 pm #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Gorgeous piece !!!!
I have had a few pieces that I wasn’t sure I wanted to part with,
and I put a much higher price on them than I would have normally,
thinking they wouldn’t sell… but they would make a great attention grabbing
piece…. but you know what ? They have sold every time !!!!!!
On Oct 18, 2011 at 10:03 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This is a stunning piece! I agree with Violet, mark it high, but be prepared for it to sell. It’s a stunner!! SLS
On Oct 19, 2011 at 7:31 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:The first thing I thought of when I saw this was, want, want, WANT!!!!
Price it high if you dare, but if it’s your heart’s desire……….KEEP IT!!
Truely stunning!
On Oct 19, 2011 at 7:38 am #
CAS says:A triple ooooooohhhhhh … aaaaaahhhhh kind of piece without question. Utterly gorgeous, positively unique and stunningly designed … WOW!!!
On Oct 19, 2011 at 10:15 am #
NY Bella says:Stunning!
On Oct 19, 2011 at 12:40 pm #
LouKyMom says:This necklace is so pretty, I think I would have to call this one a “keeper.” Just my 2 cents…
On Oct 19, 2011 at 1:48 pm #
celticivy says:Hmmm, tough call, It’s deffently a unique piece but I don’t see myself wearing it. So if I made some thing like that and it’s some thing I wouldn’t wear, then sell it. but if it’s some thing I love, then I would price it a bit high.
On Oct 19, 2011 at 2:35 pm #
Cindylu says:Depends. If someone offered a really good price for it, above what you would price it, let it go. Unless….it really went well with a specific outfit or made you feel really good when you wear it. Then keep it.
On Oct 19, 2011 at 2:52 pm #
L Halvorson says:I love this !
On Oct 19, 2011 at 3:03 pm #
Skittles mommy says:Love this! I have to ask…how do you have it attached to what appears to be cord of sorts at the neck? I love that look but cannot figure out a nice way of doing it. Gorgeous design – I agree with the others…price it higher so if it doesn’t sell it’s yours and if it does – make another for yourself with your $$$$!
On Oct 19, 2011 at 10:05 pm #
Becca W says:Awww, thanks all! Hey Skittles- the cording, is actually silk rat tail or sometimes I use leather. I cut a lenght, fold it in half, and use a scrap of beading wire to thread a large hole bead back on to the bend. Pull it back a bit, and then can start your piece just like you would off a clasp end. When you’re done, pull the large hole bead down over to cover your crimp bead. Works pretty slick, and it appears that it’s one continueous strand.
On Oct 20, 2011 at 12:35 pm #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:Beautiful!
On Oct 20, 2011 at 2:18 pm #
sunny chick says:Gorgeous and a keeper for sure!
On Oct 20, 2011 at 5:02 pm #
Skittles mommy says:Thanks Becca! I appreciate your sharing!
On Oct 24, 2011 at 6:07 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:Very elegant and impressive.
On Oct 25, 2011 at 1:24 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Becca, this is a work of art! I wouldn’t blame you for keeping it, but I also agree with Violet, Shannon, and Mary – price it high, but be prepared for it to fly!
On Nov 17, 2011 at 5:57 pm #
C Cosmo says:Beautiful, love the pendant and the colors.
On Nov 18, 2011 at 2:03 am #
ZUBEAJAY says:VERY VERY BEAUTIFUL!! THANKS FOR THE DESIGN TIP TOO .
On Nov 18, 2011 at 3:04 pm #
Brenda H says:I love this! Would love to know how you made the pendant, it’s fabulouse!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!