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on “Just a Bit Worn”:“Like how you used your misc. bits and the rebar wire! Turned out great.
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on “Southwestern Summer”:“The focal really grabbed my attention. I just love rough nuggets. All the colors work so…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Oh,how unique. It's what I like to call Earthy bling. The copper clasp is frosting on…” read »
on “Lush Greens”:“Beautiful. Def one of a kind pieces…” read »
on “Lush Greens”:“I must echo others thoughts here on how awesome your skills are in creating these pieces.…” read »
on “Sea Breeze”:“Love this! It's all my favorite colors, love the silk tie, I want to do that…” read »
- on “Just a Bit Worn”:
“Great design. Way to improvise.…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Beautiful and earthy…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Stunning Asia
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“Wow..what a work of art! I'll borrow,when the other ladies are done. ( A scuffle may…” read »
- on “Just a Bit Worn”:
“This really speaks to me. I love your eclectic mix of glass,stones,and leather. Very nice!!…” read »
on “Southwestern Summer”:“I love this...the colors...design..it's all good!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Necklace”:
“A great necklace!!…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“I just love it...it's a great piece!!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Just fabulous!! Great bracelet!!…” read »
on “Cool Summer Necklace”:“Ohhh, I love the bohemian-ish look!…” read »
on “Pearl diving”:“Fabulous! Love your design!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Asia, this is a great piece! Love the organic feel it has! Congrats!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Me too. I'd like to be a fly on the wall when you and others…” read »
on “The Mad Dash Pair”:“So cool! I'd be wearing these all summer long!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Necklace”:
“Light and airy. You're absolutely right...perfect for summer!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“It's beautiful, Asia. I'd wear it in a heartbeat!…” read »
on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:“Stunning! I LOVE the focal!…” read »
- on “Lush Greens”:
“I am always in awe of those who do metal work...that is one of many things…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“I agree with Nancy.....I'd sneak in and "borrow" this too! LOL Gorgeous design, and…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“This is fantastic! I love the colors, and that focal is stunning!…” read »
on “Flying Home”:“Congrats Susie!! I'm so happy for you!!…” read »
on “Flying Home”:“Yep! I'm gonna frame it!…” read »
on “Lush Greens”:“Awesome job!!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Gorgeous set!!! You did an excellent job!!…” read »
- on “Southwestern Summer”:
“Love all the colors!…” read »
- on “Southwestern Summer”:
“Very bright and summery. Gorgeous!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Gorgeous set you have made here. Just lovely!…” read »
- on “Lush Greens”:
“Love this one the most! Your metal work is awesome!…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Awesome display you have put on, of an asymmetrical design. Lovely!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Just gorgeous Asia! Are the rest of the beads from your stash? Or did you order…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Good thing I don't know where you live or I would sneak into your house and…” read »
on “Fortunate mistake”:“Thanks Asia! What should I apply it though, so it doesn't wipe out of the grooves…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Molly! the cool summer set is gorgeous. you are something else. Fantastic designs.…” read »
on “Pearl diving”:“I just love this necklace!…” read »
If I had a hammer...
About this design:
A morning spent at the workbench with the hammer. The pendants are from very thick recycled copper electrical wire and the rounds started life as hardware store washers. My hands ache and I must admit my thumb got in the way a few times, too. However, I am pleased with the results.
Lynda
Fresh Baked Designs
Components:
copper wire and washers, handmade sterling ear wires, glass beads, abalone, fresh water pearlsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 19, 2012 at 7:57 pm #
NY Bella says:Gorgeous pieces!!
On Apr 19, 2012 at 8:02 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:I’d hammer in the morning….
Beautiful earrings! I hope your thumb is okay.
On Apr 20, 2012 at 1:49 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Cool designs!
On Apr 20, 2012 at 11:49 am #
Fresh Baked says:Thanks, ladies. Don’t know about you, but my hands and nails take a beating making jewelry. Treated my self to a rare manicure yesterday. So very nice.
On Apr 20, 2012 at 12:22 pm #
Nancy Mc says:These are just lovely! I’m partial to the ones in the middle,that have the Sapphire colored beads. Did the nail technician ask you what you do for a living? I’m afraid to go,after seeing my fingers under the magnifier..LOL
On Apr 20, 2012 at 6:08 pm #
Luna Chick aka Coral says:Very cool!
On Apr 20, 2012 at 7:27 pm #
Lynn g says:Very neat, love the texture on the copper…
On Apr 20, 2012 at 10:05 pm #
Fresh Baked says:Ha! The kind lady at the nail salon was too polite to say anything. And wouldn’t you know it…I’ve already nicked the polish in two places today working on some jewelry. Bummer.
On Apr 21, 2012 at 1:24 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Hammers and thumbs/fingers seem to have a mutual attraction. That being said your results are terrific. I especially like the copper washer sets.
On Apr 22, 2012 at 12:48 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Love them all!