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Chatter
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Very pretty! My wire wrapping never looks that good.…” read »
on “In The Garden of Olives”:“Ooops, trigger finger; didn't mean to post that fast. Wanted to add (fwiw) that your chain…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Your pendant is gorgeous. I love how the stones are framed within. It reminds me of…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“I am such a fan of copper, and this design is fabulous! Just love the…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“Very pretty colors!…” read »
on “Fancy Circutry”:“There is a lot going on in this pendant and it's all good fun! Love it!…” read »
- on “Beachey Bling”:
“Love the simplicity of the design. It really lets the wire wrapped beach glass take the…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“I'm amazed at your skill in this technique and with color! Just lovely.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Love this bright blue and brass. So unusual!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Haven't the foggiest notion what those green stones are either. But they are gorgeously combined with…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“Very Pretty! Your choices of stashed beads look great with the pendant.…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“This is a fab piece. I love the textures and different beads and their random…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“Gorgeous. ! I really like the big green stones…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“This is gorgeous! Love the brightness of the blue with the brass.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Thank you all! Stitching is therapeutic, I think. My background is embroidery, where pieces can take…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“I like the variations, particularly the larger magatamas near the center, which give focus to the…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Thanks a bunch for the lovely comments, it just inspires me more.
…” read » 
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Thank you Mary and Cindy, very much
…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Love this one…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Thank You, Nancy!:)…” read »
on “Wine Party”:“I just found this...2013? What a great idea.…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Love, love, love this!!! So creative!…” read »
on “Beachey Bling”:“What a fantastic earthy look. Beach glass should be considered a gemstone. It's so mysterious to…” read »
- on “Tranquility”:
“Kyanite and Pearls are fantastic together,and I LOVE the splash of rock crystal. This piece really…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Just gorgeous. Those stones really belong together,and are just perfect!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“You are simply genius at this style!
…” read »- on “Crazy Little Things”:
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Thanks everyone. The flat wire is aluminum, so it is very soft. Curling it…” read » 
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Like a cool, berry slushy on a hot day!
Wouldn't this look yummy with a…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Thank you, Becky, Deb,N Taylor and Wanda!
)…” read » - on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Thank You all, dear chickies!
)…” read » - on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Beautiful set!…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“The two different sides look great! Gorgeous!…” read »
- on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:
“Beautiful necklace! The rainy weather was a great inspiration for you.…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“I agree with you both, I thought the same after I'd looked at them again!…” read »
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 »
About this design:
Inspired by all the copper and brass designs here, in particular Little Round Chick's Wire Designs pendants. I'm always game to experiment with new materials to see what happens. Thanks again to everyone here for the great inspirations and tips!
I used brass and copper wire for the earrings and pendants, then added Czech glass beads and/or freshwater pearls.
Components:
Brass wire (20 gauge), copper wire (18 gauge), Czech glass beads, fresh water pearls (earrings)Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Mar 18, 2012 at 5:50 pm #
Little Round Chick says:You go girl! These are great and I’m glad my designs have encouraged you to try some new techniques.
On Mar 18, 2012 at 7:03 pm #
olive penguin says:Thanks, LRC!
I appreciate the encouragement and your inspirational pieces!
On Mar 18, 2012 at 11:38 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Hi Olive~~~~I think these are very cool. I especially like the one with the two green beads,and the sapphire blue color on top.
On Mar 19, 2012 at 9:08 am #
K H says:Olive, I simply love these!!!!
On Mar 19, 2012 at 2:15 pm #
olive penguin says:Thanks everyone!
Nancy, I like that one too, it reminds me of a grape vine.
On Mar 24, 2012 at 8:18 pm #
Luna Chick aka Coral says:I missed these before. Love them! Once again, I love how you just go for it. Everything you make has such a fun feel.
On Mar 26, 2012 at 10:22 am #
olive penguin says:Thanks Coral! I have fun making them, so I’m glad it shows!