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on “Lots of Copper”:“You could always start learning etching! I find that 16g through 20g copper makes some of…” read »
on “Violet Tendril Earrings”:“Wonderful use of the sari silk ribbons! Love the earrings! I'm so glad lucite is not…” read »
on “Lovely Impression”:“KO thread is used without a needle because of the stiffness of it. At Lima beads…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Thanks Lynda and Kate!
I'll take a closer look at Swellegant.
Lynda, thank you for the…” read » 
on “Prince Moai”:“Great looking pieces Jimmy is wearing. The nuggets are gorgeous.
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on “Prince Moai”:“I have a huge crush on Jimmy too and he loves wearing all the blink. LOL…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
on “Simply Crystal”:“Wow! Simply gorgeous!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
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“Thank you all. Let me share with you, brass is the hardest metal I have worked…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Beautiful! Fabulous pendant...makes for a beautiful necklace.…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Dream is the perfect word to use for this set. Oh my gosh!!!!!…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Much fabulocity here. I'm a huuuuuge Aqua nugget fan. They look great with Quartz.It has such…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Thanks for that tutorial,FB. I would never have guessed about the "loop first" method. I'll give…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“I read your tute and found it very easy to follow! And must agree with Kate and…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Love that color! Great design, too.
…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“YUM! Can I have mine with shortbread? This is such a gorgeous technique, Julia,…” read »
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“No earrings for Prince Jimmy! I 'm wearing the earrings! LOL Thank you very much! These…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Blue with brass. What more could anyone want? Great design.
…” read » - on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“My kind of color! Love the design, too! Isn't it great to have a stash when…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Mmmmmm, yummy color! Love it!
…” read » - on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Kate is right, It definitely has that "industrial chic" look. Great color, excellent design! …” read »
- on “Butterfly Dance”:
“Thanks so much everyone. When I designed this I was thinking that the butterflies were skipping…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Great Pendant! Love it! If you aren't sure about the design, put it away for a…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“Instant summer! Love 'em!
…” read » - on “Butterfly Dance”:
“You should be pleased. You have made a unique and lovely design.
…” read » - on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Glorious color and a great design!
…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“Guys can be such a pain. I'm sure ear rings would look great even if…” read »
- on “Just Plum Pretty”:
“This is a gorgeous piece! Love the purple against the Vintaj. Just beautiful!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
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- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Hey, thanks everyone. Cindy, I'm not sure what I'll do with the 16g but…” read »
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“Love the way you used heart gems to go with the pendant, for the earrings. Great…” read »
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I see in my Tiger's Eye.........
About this design:
I call this I spy with my Tiger's Eye......a stunning display of rough and polished gemstones.This piece has a ton a visual interest, with all the different stones and slight changes within the dimensions. It has a little bit of everything, including Rose Quartz with is said to bring love,Tiger's Eye for clear thinking, manifesting will, courage, and confidence. Turquoise for good luck and friendship. all sorts of Jasper, Coral, and the list goes on and on!
Components:
Greek Leather,semi precious stones, bead thread,buttonAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Aug 31, 2012 at 6:06 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:LOVE it!! A colorful and yet earthy lay-out of gems! It’s perfect!
I’ve got a little bead envy going on……you have the most amazing stash of mixed gemstones!
On Aug 31, 2012 at 7:39 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:The picture of it on your wrist really shows it off! Awesome mix of stones and beads!!
On Aug 31, 2012 at 8:35 pm #
TheBohemianCowgirls says:Thank you Mary….I got a lot of these in 2 grab bags at the bead shop in town, I had the Tiger’s Eye. I love getting these little bags so much, there are so many treasures inside. I am not a matchy person, so it works out really good for me:) Also Thank you Becky!! That’s how beautiful the sky was today here:)
On Sep 01, 2012 at 12:11 am #
Retro By Design says:Love it
On Sep 01, 2012 at 4:27 pm #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:WOW!
On Sep 01, 2012 at 11:01 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Awesome looking bracelet. I love all the muted earthy colors. They look great against the color of leather you used.
On Sep 04, 2012 at 3:05 am #
Susannabeads says:A beautiful combination of subtle colours, with the design drawing your eye from bead to bead.
On Sep 04, 2012 at 10:55 pm #
TheBohemianCowgirls says:On Sep 05, 2012 at 10:34 pm #
Elis Mom says:I have tried wrap bracelets, and I must say I am really not into making them. Too bad for me! Brandi, I admire your patience to make such a lovely bracelet!
On Sep 05, 2012 at 11:33 pm #
TheBohemianCowgirls says:Thank you once again. I get lost in them. Once I start I don’t want to stop till I am finished. I get excited to see it finished, and I LOVE taking the pictures, it may all be for the anticipation of that alone!!It’s a chaotic form of O.C.D. really. Having four kids, a Grandson & 3 dogs I have a hard time finding order in much else! I am grateful that I have discovered how much I love the creativity in making jewelry. It’s fun and brings me peace. I think the wire wrapping is more frustrating for me, but I love the challenge that it brings!!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 12:36 am #
franny says:you must have absorbed all the qualities from the stones to achieve all you do…i need some too!…agree with Susanna that the slight diagonal stitch leads from bead to bead & it is made even more interesting by having such a lovely variety!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 11:18 am #
TheBohemianCowgirls says:Thanks so much Franny:)