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Laud on “Violets”:“Peggy, it's a flat herringbone. I think I worked on the base for three evenings, but…” read »
KatsAllThat on “Garnet Drape”:“Loving all the garnets..with this length it definitely does not need pendant. Go with your…” read »

KatsAllThat on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“A real statement piece..lovely.…” read »
KatsAllThat on “Antique Copper Rose”:“Really has a vintage feel. Beautiful.…” read »
Peggy3 on “Relay For Life”:“Thank you !…” read »
Peggy3 on “Violets”:“Gorgeous Laud. What is the stitch for the bracelet? Also how long does it…” read »
doktordesigns on “a taste of honey”:“Thank you so much for the encouragement.
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Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Dancing Loops”:“Love the chain maille look. Great colors!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Antique Copper Rose”:“Beautiful colors and design! Looks vintage to me.…” read »
sweetjane on “Antique Copper Rose”:“Very vintage and very lovely design!!…” read »
Deb Harding on “Amazon Blues”:“They look good together...I would have never thought of that.…” read »
Deb Harding on “Dancing Loops”:“These are all 3 very cool. Another thing I need.to try. Nancy...haha...your comment.…” read »
Deb Harding on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“LOL Nancy. That druzy is very nice!! Beautiful piece.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Violets”:“Gorgeous! I could see a design like this making a fabulous choker too! Love the color…” read »
Gail Layne on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Very striking and well put together. I absolutely love the pendent, I can see why it…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“Oh my gosh,Rock Chick. This is a treasure! I'm glad you took a picture in the sun,so…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Dancing Loops”:“Very nice work. Look how the colors give each set a totally different vibe. I have…” read »
Peggy3 on “Dancing Loops”:“Very cool. I've got to try chain maille…” read »
Silvery Moon on “Boho Silken Tassel”:“Gorgeous necklace Deb, I love the colour combination…” read »
Marti D on “Lovely Impression”:“love it…” read »
Laud on “Violets”:“Ah! I finally found the lavender/peridot beads. They're lovely, and I can see some interesting pieces…” read »
N Taylor on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“This is great. The druzy always puts a piece over the top.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Thank you Peggy and Laud for the wonderful comments. Yes they are Laud, or peanut shaped.…” read »
Laud on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Stunning! To me the design looks more Indian (as in India) because it has such richness.…” read »
Laud on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Wonderful design. I'm very fond of the elements, too, especially carnelian. Great job!…” read »
Deb Harding on “Leftovers”:“These colors are very rich. I love the matte finish on those black beads. That gives…” read »
Deb Harding on “ORANGE BRACELET”:“You definitely have a way with the sari silk. I'm trying to figure out how that…” read »
N Taylor on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“I am so glad you started sharing your work. This is amazing.…” read »
Peggy3 on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Gorgeous. Welcome to the gallery…” read »
Peggy3 on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Great design Who doesn't love turquoise
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Deb Harding on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »


Ann-a706 on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Violets”:“This is just so gorgeous, Laud ! And your photos are great (as always) -…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Thank you all for the lovely comments.
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Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Omigosh Wanda.... I do not have the words to adequately express just how awesome this peace…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Violets”:“Laud, here's a link I found from Artbeads - dunno if its what you want -…” read »
About this design:
It feels like spring in the midwest. It can't come to soon for me! This piece was inspired by cleaning out my potters bench. Terricotta pots, a blue handled spade blue & bright sun...on a beautiful February afternoon!
Components:
"Extras and odds & ends."Read the comments (or add your own)
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On May 19, 2013 at 6:59 am
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On Feb 18, 2012 at 9:52 pm #
Bead-itudes says:What a fun necklace. I love what you did with those odds & ends….
On Feb 19, 2012 at 12:03 am #
Little Round Chick says:Ideas are lurking everywhere! Love it!
On Feb 19, 2012 at 8:47 am #
nancykathryn says:Great colours and balance to this piece. Amazing what can be done with the “leftovers”!
On Feb 19, 2012 at 1:04 pm #
gembeans says:What a great original design! I’m ready to garden.
On Feb 19, 2012 at 4:13 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This is so pretty and I love that large loop you made with the red seed beads! SLS
On Feb 19, 2012 at 5:03 pm #
NY Bella says:I like this piece! Great design and color!
On Feb 20, 2012 at 3:48 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:REaly nice – colors, composition, balance…