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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 …” read »
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 “Violets”:
“Try create your style, it is a swarovski site.…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Violets”:
“Very feminine and nice combo.…” 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. …” read »
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 »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Violets”:
“So gorgeous! And ditto to what everyone else said. I want one .…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Violets”:
“Maybe this will work. http://fusionbeadsblog.com/2013/05/02/announcing-all-new-swarovski-elements-crystal-color-blends/…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Amazon Blues”:
“Very pretty and organic look here. I like the light/dark pattern,and the little splash of bright…” read »
Nancy Mc on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“Just beautiful. What a great mix of materials. those chunky Carnelian are nice and juicy. …” read »
Nancy Mc on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Yes..I agree with Granny. Professional is the perfect word. It has such nice balance.So many different…” read »
Deb Harding on “Ocean Fantasy”:
“Your bracelet is just so absolutely awesome. I would love to learn how to do…” read »
N Taylor on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“Beadinggma, Start with a nice chain. Each link in this is 6mmx5mm. Wire wrap three to…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Plum Orchard”:
“I am speechless. How lovely in every respect.…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“You've done an exquisite job on this - like already said, the colors, the bead mix,…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Leftovers”:
“This is gorgeous. Sometimes using leftovers can give you the best pieces!…” read »
N Taylor on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love this combination. Very nice looking piece.…” read »
Laud on “Violets”:
“Y'know, I went looking for that Swarovski color combo and couldn't find it. Anyone have a…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Ocean Fantasy”:
“Thanks for adding that pic. I love the pink and green sea glass. What an awesome…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Violets”:
“Just exquisite. I agree with Rootware about the color combo. I've also seen the new Swarovski…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“All I can say is wow!! That is a lot of work. It's just stunning!…” read »
Silvery Moon on “Ocean Fantasy”:
“Hi Deb I have just added the other side…” read »
meowbeads on “Dragonfly for Kathy”:
“I'm brand new to this sight and this is the first "eye candy" that really caught…” read »
Deb Harding on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love that pendant! Great design altogether.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Violets”:
“Absolutely gorgeous Laud!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Leftovers”:
“Gorgeous design! Love the gold with the deep rich colors.…” read »
beadinggma on “Violets”:
“Absolutely beautiful design and the colors oo la la lovely.…” read »

Lucite Flower Earrings

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About this design:

I was inspired by all the wonderfully beautiful spring rain and spring rain inspired dangle earrings. Thanks for the inspiration everyone! Here are my interpretation of the styles in those earrings. I used lucite flowers with Czech glass and crystals to make these earrings.

The orange pair was designed to be fun and rustic, it was inspired by tigerlilies.

Components:

Orange pair: orange lucite bellflowers (LB), blueberry and green tea Czech glass (LB), orange and fuchsia Czech glass (LB), nectarine crystal (LB), Green tea crystal (LB), copper wire Pink/Purple pair-purple lucite flowers, pink Czech glass bellflowers, Montana blue Swarovski crystals, purple crystals (LB), and purple Czech glass beads (LB), the handmade charms were then staggered on jumprings.

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Read the comments (or add your own)

On Apr 11, 2012 at 6:17 pm #
Luna Chick aka Coral says:

Love these!
On Apr 11, 2012 at 7:34 pm #
Jane MS says:

Awesome!
On Apr 11, 2012 at 7:47 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:

OOOO! Cool idea! Love ‘em!
You’ve got my wheels turning with ideas now!
On Apr 11, 2012 at 7:48 pm #
KatsAllThat says:

Very nice!
On Apr 11, 2012 at 9:20 pm #
olive penguin says:

Thanks everyone! I love working with these flower beads. I think they are pretty and really versatile. I’m glad to hear that others do too!
On Apr 11, 2012 at 10:32 pm #
Nancy Mc says:

Oh how beautiful,and fun! I love each pair,for different reasons.The purple and pink are neat,as they are clustered,and remind me of flowers in an Alpine garden. The Tiger Lily pair are adorable,and who doesn’t love those colors,and the bows at the top? Beautiful work!
On Apr 11, 2012 at 11:32 pm #
olive penguin says:

Thanks Nancy!

lol-they do look like bows on the orange pair don’t they? I was going to leaves on the hanging flower, but bows work too.
On Apr 12, 2012 at 1:43 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:

These are just fun and happy earrings! I just love your design on these!
On Apr 12, 2012 at 1:49 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:

so cute, I love the purple ones!
On Apr 12, 2012 at 9:50 am #
olive penguin says:

Thanks everyone!
On Apr 12, 2012 at 12:38 pm #
Little Round Chick says:

Gorgeous! Love the flowers and the colors are fabulous.
On Apr 12, 2012 at 4:26 pm #
olive penguin says:

Thanks LRC!
On Apr 12, 2012 at 4:37 pm #
sunny chick says:

Lovely earrings!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 12:57 am #
olive penguin says:

Thanks Sunny Chick!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 11:04 pm #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:

Love the earrings! Especially the orange pair! The pink and purple are quite delicate in design and a winner too!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 12:21 am #
olive penguin says:

Thanks, Lindys!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 9:50 am #
P HOWARD says:

Love these earrings, they really get you in the spring mood.
On Apr 14, 2012 at 2:55 pm #
olive penguin says:

Thanks, P Howard!