Chatter

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 »
beadinggma on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love this, colors, beads, focal overall design is fabulous!!! Well done!…” read »
beadinggma on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“I love this...I would like to make one as I love the style, but don't know…” read »
Cathy H Chocolate Chick on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is beautiful! I love that tree pendant, but never knew how to incorporate other…” read »
foxhill designs vt on “Violets”:
“Beautiful!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“This is lovely...so elegant!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is stunning! I love it, and hope you win the competition!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Violets”:
“This is luscious....love the colors~!…” read »
Eeka Mouse on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“My fingers hurt imagining all those wrapped loops... but it looks GREAT!…” read »
Eeka Mouse on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is a marvelous use of that tree!…” read »
Deb Harding on “Violets”:
“Well Laud once again your work just is beautifully done.…” read »
RLMerder on “Plum Orchard”:
“Yes I entered into the Vintaj Plum Orchard competition. There were many really beautiful entries!…” read »

Pretty Pappillon

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About this design:

I have always been in awe of the beauty of the butterfly! I found a seed bead mix that looked so beautiful with a mixed color strand of fresh water pearls and Vintaj brass butterfly pendant and smaller charms that I had in my stash I just had to make something with the combination. Hope you will enjoy "Pretty Pappillon Trio"

Components:

Vintaj brass Butterfly pendant and 3 Vintaj Brass Butterfly Charms,Vintaj brass etched jump rings,1 strand mixed color fresh water potato pearls, 1 tube size 6 mixed color seed beads, 1 tube size 8 metallic bronze seed beads, swarovski bicone crystals, Brass Headpins, brass wire 22g, brass jump rings, brass lobster claw, brass lever back ear wires,Brass Crimp tubes, Brass Wire Guards, Brass Crimp covers, Soft Flex medium 49-strand wire.

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On May 07, 2012 at 12:09 pm #
Lynn g says:

This is very nice set..
On May 07, 2012 at 12:59 pm #
gembeans says:

Wonderful set! Those pearls are great with Vintaj brass and I have to say, I like brass. This is perfect for someone’s treasure chest!
On May 07, 2012 at 4:26 pm #
Jane MS says:

Very pretty, love the colors.
On May 07, 2012 at 8:14 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:

lovely!
On May 07, 2012 at 8:45 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:

Very, very nice! Those pearls are fabulous with antique brass!
On May 08, 2012 at 4:49 pm #
DJluvs2bead says:

Thank you all! I love anything with a vintage look!