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on “Violets”:“Peggy, it's a flat herringbone. I think I worked on the base for three evenings, but…” read »
on “Garnet Drape”:“Loving all the garnets..with this length it definitely does not need pendant. Go with your…” read »
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on “Violets”:“Gorgeous! I could see a design like this making a fabulous choker too! Love the color…” read »
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on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“Oh my gosh,Rock Chick. This is a treasure! I'm glad you took a picture in the sun,so…” read »
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“Ah! I finally found the lavender/peridot beads. They're lovely, and I can see some interesting pieces…” read »
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- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you Peggy and Laud for the wonderful comments. Yes they are Laud, or peanut shaped.…” read »
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“Stunning! To me the design looks more Indian (as in India) because it has such richness.…” read »
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“Wonderful design. I'm very fond of the elements, too, especially carnelian. Great job!…” read »
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“These colors are very rich. I love the matte finish on those black beads. That gives…” read »
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“Great design Who doesn't love turquoise
…” read » - on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
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"First Memory"
About this design:
This is my first memory wire bracelet.
(About time)! Feel like I'm at summer camp...LOL! Found some great 6" bead strands for $1.50 each,last night,so I thought I'd get some memory wire,and give it a try.
No idea what the main beads are,but they sure are pretty shades of blue and green. Of course..being the earring lady,I couldn'd resist adding a few wrapped loop dangles. The dangles are 2 shades of Blue Quartz,and one little ole Apatite.
Hopefully..I'll work my way up to more finished ends,and longer bracelets. the picture that looks shocking blue,was taken with my flash. I just wanted to see how it would look.
Components:
Assorted unidentified beads,Blue Quartz,Apatite,memory wire,6 mm jump rings,and SS ball head pins.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On May 28, 2012 at 6:16 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Don’t you just love mystery beads? They are right up there with orphan beads! What ever your beads happen to be they certainly look great in this bracelet.
On May 28, 2012 at 10:05 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Thanks so much,LRC. I know they’re dyed,as I saw a little blue on my wrist. (oops). I just soaked them in water. What the hey..they’re still pretty,and were so lonely,in the discount pile. Fun to play with,for $1.50.
On Jun 13, 2012 at 6:22 pm #
olive penguin says:Very nice! The beads are very pretty and I love the different shapes!