The Design Gallery
Follow along with step-by-step beading projects and share your designs with beaders around the world—it’s quick & easy!
Chatter
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“What a nice, clean design. Both are winners. I have been working on jewelry…” read »
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
))…” read »
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 »
Yellow Mystery - What do you think???
About this design:
I found these great yellow nuggets (15 - 25mm)at an estate sale. I repurposed the original necklace. I'm not sure what they are and want to be sure to label and price the pieces appropriately. I'm thinking yellow jade or yellow opal. I'm guess the faceted 4mm are a jasper. Any thoughts??
Components:
yellow ?, Coral, sterling silver, citrine rondellesAdditional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Aug 24, 2012 at 9:10 am #
puppychick labratbecky says:I’d guess yellow opal. and the red could also be a dyed dolomite “jade”. I LOVE what you have done with the stones you scavenged!
On Aug 24, 2012 at 9:37 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:I think they’re both gorgeous, Jeanne!
Two fantastic designs, each with their own wonderful flair!
As to what the stones are…..the guesses you made are the best I could come up with. I also have a stone similar to the yellow ones called camel jasper….another possibility.
The 4mm stones…. yep, probably a jasper. Maybe a gemologist could help you.
So just tell the lucky customer what the possibilities are and they’ll know they have a beautiful, secret treasure!
On Aug 24, 2012 at 9:38 am #
Bettys Beads says:I love how you repurposed the old necklace. And look how many you have leftover for more beautiful jewelry. Look at LB yellow jade (nat) barrel and the look is the same.
On Aug 24, 2012 at 9:40 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Thanks Becky! The red is definitey coral that I purchased at an NYC wholesaler.
On Aug 24, 2012 at 9:46 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Thanks Mary and Betty!
That’s what I thought, Betty. I do still have a few more left to use as focals.
On Aug 24, 2012 at 10:12 am #
Lynn g says:They are stunning, whatever they may be.. A secret treasure for sure.
On Aug 24, 2012 at 12:33 pm #
Fresh Baked says:Wow, what a great find, no matter what these stones are. And I love how you’ve transformed them into two great pieces of jewelry.
On Aug 24, 2012 at 8:25 pm #
JC Hamm says:You sure found some beauties and made beautiful designs. I love both stones, the red coral is gorgeous. Fantastic work.
On Aug 24, 2012 at 9:15 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:I see how they do match the natural yellow jade better than the opals. whatever they are, they are gorgeous and you have done a great job highlighting them!!
On Aug 24, 2012 at 11:13 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Thanks so much everyone. It looks like I’m going with yellow jade if anyone asks.
On Aug 25, 2012 at 12:43 pm #
Ex pert says:Well, how long have you been doing this?
On Aug 25, 2012 at 1:02 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Ex pert- I hope you are having a good time. I can’t quite wrap my head around what would motivate someone like you but I do feel sorry for someone who takes enjoyment from making the comments you are making.
On Aug 25, 2012 at 3:15 pm #
Elis Mom says:I agree with Becky. Ex pert, this is a friendly community forum. Again, if you have nothing nice to say, perhaps you should just be quiet.
On Aug 26, 2012 at 11:52 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Thank you Becky and Elis mom! I have to say I am a bit confused by Ex pert’s comment.
The necklaces were well-received at yesterday’s show, but it seems that folks aren’t ready for fall colors yet. Amazonite, pink opal and turquoise were the popular colors.