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on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Gorgeous!!!…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Gorgeous set - love it.…” read »
on “Banded Together”:“Very funky and cool!…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Your patina work is so cool - you are very talented! I love the turquoise beads…” read »
on “carry that weight”:“Hi! Do you have some for sale? Thanks!…” read »
- on “Lovely Impression”:
“Thanks for the useful info Lisa. What is KO thread and how do you work…” read »
on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Now I see it, both are nice. I like your most recent design also. …” read »
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on “A Little Vintage”:“Beautifully done.…” read »
on “Night Owl”:“Thanks Becky. No it came out as is the first time.…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“Love the look of this.The fringe of the sari is pretty, then the shine with the…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“Susie I got both kinds...the uncarded and the regular. One is mostly one color & looks…” read »
on “Fancy Circutry”:“I think it's clever and cool. Good job!…” read »
- on “Ode to a Rose”:
“Looks bright and happy to me. Love the colors!…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“You've really shown the beauty of the stones. Good one!…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“I love the way you have the pendant accented. Very very nice.…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Beautiful. The middle looks like little berries.…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Nice!…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“So pretty, Deb! I have some of the sari silk yarn(mine's not as pretty as yours!),…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Thanks guys! I had a few days off last week, and I spent them cuddling with…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Love it!…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Lovely!…” read »
- on “A Little Vintage”:
“Very cool!!!…” read »
- on “Ode to a Rose”:
“This is really sweet.…” read »
on “My MacGyver Heart”:“I love it!!The teal wire is a great touch!…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“No coiled wire here. Just wrapped it around the yarn in various places.…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“Is that one more of your coiled wire bead creations on there, too?
Love it…” read » - on “Ode to a Rose”:
“This is darling!…” read »
- on “Beachey Bling”:
“Perfect! Not too little, not too much!…” read »
- on “Blue beauty”:
“Definitely rock-your-socks blue!
…” read » - on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:
“Lovely necklace! I think it looks perfect! and you are a sweetie to take in fosters!…” read »
- on “Night Owl”:
“Absolutely adorable! There is nothing I would ever touch on this design!! Did you rearrange it…” read »
- on “Crazy Little Things”:
“These are so frickin' cool!!!! I really really like the flat wire you wrapped into the…” read »
- on “Banded Together”:
“All just groovy, baby! These put me back into flower child mode!
…” read » - on “Simply Crystal”:
“Lovely and elegant! You can wear it with anything!…” read »
- on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:
“Wanda, your comment had me in stitches!!! (they cost HOW muuch, dear? ) OMG I…” read »
- on “Tranquility”:
“Great job! I love the kyanite and I can totally see why those pearls are your…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Love this, Susie!! I do think after seeing the redo that I like the turquoise better…” read »
- on “Fancy Circutry”:
“I love it, Cindy! I agree with Kate!
…” read » - on “Dragonfly's Garden”:
“Love this!! Between you and Deb and like she said, Asia, I have enough inspiration to…” read »
seashells by the seashore
About this design:
fell in love with these lampwork beads.
Components:
wire lace, silk cord, lampwork beads, copper chain, Green Girl Studio clasp, etc.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Mar 07, 2012 at 9:28 am #
B Himes says:I love this! Nice design.
On Mar 07, 2012 at 10:09 am #
Eeka Mouse says:Who wouldn’t fall in love with those cute lampwork beads? Also, in this setting, the chain is reminiscent of kelp… Very nice!
On Mar 07, 2012 at 10:49 am #
Stone Treasures says:This is lovely from one end to the other! The color, the pieces, the clasp…
On Mar 07, 2012 at 10:55 am #
Nancy Mc says:Soooo beachy and pretty. The copper chain gives it such an earthy look. Beautiful work!
On Mar 07, 2012 at 11:42 am #
Luna Chick aka Coral says:I was thinking the same thing as Nancy. Very cool necklace.
On Mar 07, 2012 at 12:31 pm #
NY Bella says:What a fabulous summer necklace! Love your design and colors! Congrats, Martha! This is a winner!!
On Mar 07, 2012 at 1:21 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Gorgeous!
On Mar 07, 2012 at 3:35 pm #
olive penguin says:Beautiful design. I love it!
On Mar 07, 2012 at 3:42 pm #
Mara O says:Very Nice!!! I love it!!!
On Mar 07, 2012 at 9:09 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Hmmmm….What’s left to say?!?!?!
Martha, I simply have to agree with everyone else — this is gorgeous, love those lampwork beads, and (of course!), I knew right away this was one of your amazing designs!
Hugs to you, my dear friend! 
On Mar 07, 2012 at 9:20 pm #
KatsAllThat says:Very nice and I like how you worked the wire lace.
On Mar 07, 2012 at 9:53 pm #
DMYJewelryDesign on etsy says:Pretty colors and great design
On Mar 07, 2012 at 11:38 pm #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Great combination of color and texture….very cool!!
On Mar 08, 2012 at 1:25 am #
Little Round Chick says:She sells seashells by the sea shore! Great design and perfect for summer.
On Mar 08, 2012 at 7:34 am #
CAS says:Very sweet … beachy too! Fabulous design!
On Mar 08, 2012 at 7:09 pm #
Lynn g says:Great design and feels like summer is coming soon..
On Mar 09, 2012 at 2:37 pm #
sunny chick says:Thank you, Chickies! I appreciate your lovely remarks.
Hugs to you, Dear Lynn!!
On Mar 10, 2012 at 10:43 am #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Martha, I LOVE this necklace … and your work with that wire lace with the twisted wire inside, exquisite! Soooo pretty and ready for a beach trip indeed.
SLS
On Mar 10, 2012 at 10:55 am #
Becca W says:wonderful design and color balance – into my faves!