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on “first”:“I don't think so.because I don't usually have a problem. I know JenniferLynn had the same…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“Funny, Deb Harding, I borrowed the book from the library because of one of your posts…” read »
on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“I think them! Love the color combination. They would go with everything.…” read »
on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“Inspiring me about what to do with all my smaller chips, stones, etc! Extra nice design…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Both the flowers and the earrings are beautiful! Great job capturing the feel of the real…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“Those leaves are gorgeous...this bracelet is a perfect setting for.them.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“I have that same book....its awesome isn't it? You did an excellant job on the leather…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
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- on “first”:
“Its not just you. This has happened to me twice. There was an upload problem...it took…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
…” read »- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
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on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You can't beat black with silver and pearls! Great designs!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“love how you're exploring so many beautiful variations with this technique, Julia....they all end up in…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This a stunning piece, the heart pendant,WOW!!…” read »
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“Gorgeous!!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“What a nice, clean design. Both are winners. I have been working on jewelry…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“These would definitely cheer me up, love them both! I have some of this sari silk…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Fantastic, I really like it.…” read »
- on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:
“very pretty !…” read »
on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love them all!!…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
- on “Cultus Lake Market”:
“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Can you please tell me if the 14 gauge is Dead Soft? I just started…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
Have fun, earrings for real artists :)
About this design:
It's not so serious...making jewelry! Have fun and enjoy and just follow your ideas.
These earrings are made from common color pencils. Hooks are self bend from sterling silver wire.
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 12:04 pm #
Chickie Nonnie T says:Great idea Arja! So original and fun!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 12:12 pm #
Arja A says:Thank You
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On Apr 13, 2012 at 1:34 pm #
olive penguin says:Adorable! What a great idea!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 1:39 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Fun and frivolous, Arja. I love the idea!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 2:16 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Amazing, Arja! Once again, you’ve thought of a clever way to use an everyday item! Love this idea — the earrings are fun and fabulous!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 3:17 pm #
Nancy Mc says:These are really cool! How in the world did you get the get the metal thingamabobs in the pencils?
On Apr 13, 2012 at 3:42 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:HAHAHA — Nancy, I just came back here to ask Arja the very same question! Great minds…..
On Apr 13, 2012 at 4:11 pm #
Bettys Beads says:FUN..FUN..FUN…Arja you are always up to something
different. Love them. Would love to see your website…your info is out of date. Thanks.
On Apr 13, 2012 at 4:37 pm #
NY Bella says:How cute are these? Very!!!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 6:23 pm #
Kris says:I <3 these!!! Pure genius…
On Apr 13, 2012 at 6:31 pm #
Lynn g says:These are so unique and creative!! Love them..
On Apr 13, 2012 at 6:39 pm #
KatsAllThat says:How unique!
On Apr 13, 2012 at 11:09 pm #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Arja, these are just too cool! Especially since I work with colored pencils! A fav!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 7:40 am #
Chicky Suz aka Susan Z says:Too cool Arja, I love them!!!!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 8:15 am #
CAS says:Arja these are too cool!! Love! … love!! … LOVE them!!!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 9:46 am #
P HOWARD says:These are just too cute!!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 11:58 am #
sunny chick says:Love!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 11:59 am #
Luna Chick aka Coral says:These are so much fun!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 4:19 pm #
nancykathryn says:These are so cute, love them.
On Apr 14, 2012 at 5:55 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:Very cool!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 7:00 pm #
Tanja L says:What an idea! just great for summer!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 1:42 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Only you would come up with such a clever idea, Arja! These are just funky and fun! I’m with Lynn – how did you anchor the hooks in the pencils??
On Apr 15, 2012 at 1:38 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Ha ha Cotopaxi..I think she’s taking that secret to the grave! (Just kiddin)
On Apr 15, 2012 at 7:46 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:So glad you posted these here!
(OK, I see a little glue on some, so I’m thinking you drilled, inserted eye-pin and glue…)
On Apr 15, 2012 at 9:11 pm #
Arja A says:Hi there, all my beading friends
Sorry for the delay of my answer. How the loops are connected in the pencils: First, drill about 6-7mm deep hole by using dia 2mm drill pit. Then fill the hole with glue ( I used white glue) and pull a piece of eye pin in. Let dry.
I did also update my website info. There was my ArtFire link, and I have been out of there for a some time now. I do still have my Arjasuni Etsy shop, my own shop is http://www.designarja.fi. But I updated my link to my Facebook fan site. Please, come and like that site.
Love and miss you all!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 9:13 pm #
Arja A says:….my FB fan site:
http://www.facebook.com/arjasuni
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On Apr 15, 2012 at 9:33 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Ahhhh, I should have known that these earrings were yours the minute I saw them. So cute and imaginative. Hope you are enjoying your time off … can’t wait to see more of your creations. (I would have had a hard time cutting my colored pencils up!)
On Apr 18, 2012 at 10:08 am #
LouKyMom says:Love the pencil earrings — just adorable and colorful, too!!!
On Jul 20, 2012 at 4:32 pm #
bette4art says:Girls just have to have fun…I have made similar earrings with small paint brushes. These are justso cool.