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on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:“Wow! I love it because there are so many cool beads to look at. I'd be…” read »
on “Antique Copper Rose”:“Love the rose! And I've always loved pink and copper together.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Peggy, it's a flat herringbone. I think I worked on the base for three evenings, but…” read »
on “Garnet Drape”:“Loving all the garnets..with this length it definitely does not need pendant. Go with your…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
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on “a taste of honey”:“Thank you so much for the encouragement.
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- on “Antique Copper Rose”:
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on “Antique Copper Rose”:“Very vintage and very lovely design!!…” read »
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- on “Dancing Loops”:
“These are all 3 very cool. Another thing I need.to try. Nancy...haha...your comment.…” read »
- on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“LOL Nancy. That druzy is very nice!! Beautiful piece.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Gorgeous! I could see a design like this making a fabulous choker too! Love the color…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Very striking and well put together. I absolutely love the pendent, I can see why it…” read »
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 »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very nice work. Look how the colors give each set a totally different vibe. I have…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very cool. I've got to try chain maille…” read »
on “Boho Silken Tassel”:“Gorgeous necklace Deb, I love the colour combination…” read »
on “Lovely Impression”:“love it…” read »
- on “Violets”:
“Ah! I finally found the lavender/peridot beads. They're lovely, and I can see some interesting pieces…” read »
on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“This is great. The druzy always puts a piece over the top.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you Peggy and Laud for the wonderful comments. Yes they are Laud, or peanut shaped.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Stunning! To me the design looks more Indian (as in India) because it has such richness.…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Wonderful design. I'm very fond of the elements, too, especially carnelian. Great job!…” read »
- on “Leftovers”:
“These colors are very rich. I love the matte finish on those black beads. That gives…” read »
- on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“You definitely have a way with the sari silk. I'm trying to figure out how that…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“I am so glad you started sharing your work. This is amazing.…” read »
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“Gorgeous. Welcome to the gallery…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Great design Who doesn't love turquoise
…” read » - on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you all for the lovely comments.
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recycled necklace
About this design:
At the flea market where I sell my jewlery no one wants to pay very much for my pieces, so I am always looking to do things on the cheap. The focal in this piece came from a broken bracelet, the glass smoke rondells from a necklace and the jet beads I bought on line for $2. In all, I think I spent about $4.50 on making this set.
Components:
smoke rondells, jet black crystal, black glass focal.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Feb 20, 2012 at 12:14 pm #
Little Round Chick says:It certainly looks like a lot more than $4.50! You have done an incredible job making this gorgeous necklace. Love it!
On Feb 20, 2012 at 12:56 pm #
olive penguin says:I love the necklace that is a great glass focal. I agree it certainly looks like a lot more that $4.50! They’re both very pretty.
On Feb 20, 2012 at 2:40 pm #
Vee aka Dream Chickie says:Beautiful!!
On Feb 20, 2012 at 3:19 pm #
Rocky D says:Nice work, Kinda a vintage feel to it.
On Feb 20, 2012 at 3:44 pm #
NY Bella says:Very pretty!
On Feb 20, 2012 at 4:25 pm #
nancykathryn says:Thanks everyone, I am kinda proud of how this one turned out myself, given the low cost involved.
On Feb 20, 2012 at 5:01 pm #
Stone Treasures says:Brilliant! I’ve been picking up some lovely vintage items at a local consignment store and recycling them. Great way to find unusual bead.
On Feb 20, 2012 at 7:35 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Very pretty set!!
On Feb 21, 2012 at 1:16 am #
N radon says:This is great NancyKathryn It does look vintage which I have always had a thing for. It looks much more expensive then $4.50. It’s very elegant and I love this necklace.
On Feb 23, 2012 at 3:18 pm #
Luna Chick aka Coral says:Very nice!
On Feb 24, 2012 at 5:49 pm #
theresasmi47 says:this is beautiful, that always happends, evan on line I sell cheap evan tho I spend a lot more for the components. Great Job!!
On Feb 25, 2012 at 12:49 pm #
nancykathryn says:Thanks everyone for the kind comments.