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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”:
“Fantastic job...you definitely captured the look of your flowers. I seriously want your flowers...lol.…” read »
- 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 »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“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 »
on “Bluebells”:“Beautiful work
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on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great job!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
- on “Connected to the Trees”:
“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
Forest Folly
About this design:
This all started with the copper/sterling focal piece in the front and Arja's beautiful bronze PMC heart she made, and the rest grew from that! Leather rounded cord braided in 3 colors, lampwork glass disks and beads, green freshwater pearls, and silk cords and brown suede tied at the back of the neck.
Components:
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 5:49 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:Another amazing design! I love your work Shannon!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 6:13 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:This is different! It’s an amazing mix of different materials – and that’s a challenge! Well done, beadingsister!
On Apr 14, 2012 at 6:19 pm #
gembeans says:Very cool design mix! Glad to see more of your stuff!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 1:47 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Your blend of different medias is always wonderful, Shannon! This is no exception – I love it!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 2:23 am #
J Pilkington says:beautiful! I am still trying to figure out what PMC is though….LOL
On Apr 15, 2012 at 9:43 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:OOOO! Shannon! If you know me, I’m all about earthy and woodsy. This fits the bill nicely! Love it! Love Arja’s heart too!
@J Pilkington, PMC is Precious Metal clay. A clay/metal mix that can be formed into whatever shape you desire to make. It is then heated in an oven to burn off the clay and all is left is the metal. Comes in Sterling, copper, bronze etc…
The best definition however, is best left to some one that has actually USED it though.
Not me. Teehee! Someday I’d like to!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 10:57 am #
sunny chick says:Shannon, WOW!!!! Be still my heart! This is magnificent, my friend!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 12:32 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Shannon..this is flat out fab! Those green pearls jumped out at me,and hit me in the eyes. They’re a beautiful addition to the design!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 9:26 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Thank you all for checking out this piece and your wonderful comments. SLS
On Apr 17, 2012 at 7:49 pm #
Lynn g says:This is so neat, and a the components used, some what earthy feel.