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Gemstone Rainbow
About this design:
This necklace set started with my ziploc bag of 'orphan' gemstones ... I just love how the random colors and shapes seem to have been meant to go together.
The long necklace is long enough to double up and wear short. The gemstone at the bottom of the center necklace is labradorite. No rhyme or reason to how this necklace was put together. Waxed cotton black cord at the back of the shorter double strand necklace.
Components:
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On May 21, 2012 at 1:39 am #
Fresh Baked says:What fun you must have had putting this stunning necklace together. Love the labradorite pendant. One of my favorite stones.
Lynda
On May 21, 2012 at 9:13 am #
Nancy Mc says:2 words. Neck candy!
Had some fun trying to name all the stones,but a few of them stumped me. I must say that the pearls are a lovely way to make it even more interesting. Anone would be happy with this draped around her neck!!
On May 21, 2012 at 3:48 pm #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:Another stunning creation, even “on accident”! Nancy called it “Neck Candy” and I agree!
On May 22, 2012 at 8:36 pm #
Lynn g says:That was a great way to use up those beads, I think I will have to try that.. Also the Labradorite soooo pretty, one of my fav, stones..
On May 24, 2012 at 8:54 am #
nancykathryn says:Hard to believe these are orphan beads, they go so well together.
On May 24, 2012 at 2:21 pm #
sunny chick says:So beautiful, Shannon!
On May 25, 2012 at 3:10 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Love it!
On Oct 10, 2012 at 9:46 pm #
Gina says:This piece is lovely