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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 »
on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Oh my...I want them.…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Thank you!.. Yes Ann the ring is worked in a spiral.…” read »
- on “Rock and Roll Earrings”:
“Are there instructions I am missing?…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Gorgeous earrings; gorgeous flowers! Thanks for sharing both.…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Very pretty!…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
Hanging In There
About this design:
Playing with a little wire after viewing some of the designs I can't remember who posted this style of wire wrap first, so whoever did, thank you! :)
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 4:42 pm #
KatsAllThat says:Nicely done and a great photo too!
On Apr 15, 2012 at 4:46 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:Thanks Kats!
On Apr 16, 2012 at 9:10 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Lovin’ all you latest postings, Val!
These are colorful and yet earthy too!
Love your photography as well. Maybe you could give us some pointers and advice?
I could sure use a refresher course.
On Apr 16, 2012 at 4:10 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:So could I, Mary! My photos are so dull and I would love to jazz them up! Please, Val???
These earrings are fantastic — love the color combo and your wirework is terrific, Val!
On Apr 16, 2012 at 8:31 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:LOL…I actually read Lynda’s (from Fresh Baked) suggestions about photography. You can find it under her designs. Thank you for the compliments.
On Apr 16, 2012 at 11:32 pm #
olive penguin says:These are really beautiful! I agree, your photos are always wonderful.
On Apr 17, 2012 at 10:43 am #
Fresh Baked says:These photos do show off the craftsmanship and beauty of the earrings well…the goal of every jewelry maker. Glad the tips helped out. I’m very sad that my favorite photo editing site, Picnik, closes in two days. But there are a couple of others that have been recommended to try. PicMonkey and Pixlr.
I’ll be giving them a try very soon.
Lynda
Fresh Baked Designs
On Apr 17, 2012 at 8:22 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:Let us know how the new sites work Lynda. My printer came with software that does an auto-adjust but I would love to play with other programs.
On Apr 19, 2012 at 12:15 pm #
Nancy Mc says:What a beautiful design! Beautiful wire work. It inspires me to go beyond the “advanced beginer” stage…LOL
The beads look like Robin’s eggs.So pretty!
On Apr 19, 2012 at 8:15 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:Thanks Nancy. I have you tell you why I named these “Hanging in there” When my son was in the hospital just diagnosed with type 1 diabetes friends would ask “How are you all doing?” My response was always “hanging in there” The way the bead sits supported by the wire is so much the way I felt- supported by friends and family almost wrapped in a hug.