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beadinggma on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Thank you all for your kind words. I am working on the greenish yellow dragonfly pendant…” read »
beadinggma on “Ode to a Rose”:“TY you all, I am glad you like it.…” read »
Elis Mom on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“The new design is shown in the first two pictures and the old is the second…” read »
Peggy3 on “Wrist Corsage”:“This is very pretty. I like how you used the lucite flowers.…” read »
Peggy3 on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:“Thank you Laud. I fell in love with the pendant. I bought a bunch…” read »
N Taylor on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“If you haven't please post the new design. Would love to see it.…” read »
Chippy Chick aka Lindys on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“Very pretty pearls! I made a necklace like this one a couple years ago and had…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Night Owl”:“Thank you all for the wonderful comments. No the feathers were already on him. I have…” read »
Chippy Chick aka Lindys on “Violets”:“Fantastic design! I agree when you're working on a stitching and weaving piece, take your time!…” read »
Chippy Chick aka Lindys on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Such a fabulous necklace! My daughter knows better than to throw away anything that could remotely…” read »
Chippy Chick aka Lindys on “Night Owl”:“The owl is so awesome! Did you add the feathers? Such a novel idea! My granddaughter…” read »
Chippy Chick aka Lindys on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“I just love the dragonfly theme! Gorgeous necklace!…” read »
Chippy Chick aka Lindys on “Ode to a Rose”:“Ahhhhhhhhhh Red!!! Red is my favorite color! Everything about this design is wonderful! 1…” read »
Chippy Chick aka Lindys on “Vintage Copper Rose”:“Very pretty and feminine. It does have a vintage theme to it and I love the…” read »
Lois D on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:“Peggy, your starfish prendant is so pretty. The whole necklace is a beautiful tribute to your…” read »
Rocky D on “Wrist Corsage”:“Great design! love the flowers. CUTE!…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Fancy Circutry”:“Too cute for words - - in my wierd head it would make a real conversation-piece…” read »
Deb Harding on “Night Owl”:“The owl is so so cute!!! Cute necklace altogether.…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Wrist Corsage”:“This is so very clever, Cindy ! You have a definite creative talent for seeing…” read »
Medieval Momma on “Ode to a Rose”:“This is so sweetly Retro, can't help but love it!…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Crazy Little Things”:“Those copper tubes are pretty fabulous, Cindy, Great designs and you have such amazing wire-wrapping…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Ode to a Rose”:“Very pretty! That little bit of green just seems to make it all pop. Love it!…” read »
beadinggma on “Beachey Bling”:“Love the originality of this piece.…” read »
beadinggma on “Night Owl”:“I love this piece, the owl is a fab focal. I like the metal and…” read »
N Taylor on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“First let me say the dragonflies are cool but, I have made a birds nest and…” read »
N Taylor on “Beachey Bling”:“I like this so much. So simple and so nice. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
Medieval Momma on “Night Owl”:“Too, too cute!…” read »
Medieval Momma on “Blue beauty”:“I love cloisonné.…” read »
Medieval Momma on “Beachey Bling”:“Simplicity x infinity.…” read »
Kate on “Fancy Circutry”:“Cindy, I like the 'lack of contrast' in this because it allows for you to notice…” read »
Mary S – Sweet Chick on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Love it!…” read »
M Sackett on “Copper Beauty”:“Pretty…” read »
M Sackett on “rings with blings”:“Thank you so much! You all made my day. Yes Rocky D I put them…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:“Thanks Beadinggma and Laud.…” read »
Peggy3 on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Great design. and colors…” read »
N Taylor on “Vintage Copper Rose”:“No matter what you call it, I like it.…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Night Owl”:“That is so adorable, I love it!…” read »
Laud on “Night Owl”:“That owl is adorable! The whole piece looks mysterious and midnight-y,just right for your focal. Good…” read »
Laud on “Wrist Corsage”:“So pretty! Looks like a garden.…” read »
Laud on “Crazy Little Things”:“My favorite is the pendant in your big picture. It looks dramatic and tribal. The other…” read »
About this design:
This design is "beyond pearl knotting". The main strand features all manner of shells and stones matched with fiber and metal chain.
Components:
Abalone teeth, Shell, millifiori rondelles, amazonite sticks, large hole pearls, silver plated spacers, teal fabric chain, antique silver chain, 0.5mm leather cord, silver plated fish charms,an occassional silver blue chrystal rondelle, Aquamarine rondelles.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
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On May 20, 2013 at 3:43 pm
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On Sep 03, 2012 at 9:28 pm #
KatsAllThat says:This is truly stunning. I love the eclectic mix.
On Sep 03, 2012 at 10:41 pm #
Nancy Mc says:What a work of art!
On Sep 03, 2012 at 11:25 pm #
OK Jacki says:Susie, this is awesome.
On Sep 04, 2012 at 2:52 am #
Susannabeads says:Wow, this is so true to its name. It’s lush and full of details, but the limited colour palette gives it a real unity.
On Sep 04, 2012 at 3:06 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Susie, this is just a fabulous creation!! Love all the parts and the sum of the whole!!
On Sep 05, 2012 at 3:03 am #
TheBohemianCowgirls says:This is so Beachy, funky, and fresh..Love it!
On Sep 05, 2012 at 9:52 pm #
Elis Mom says:Hello Ladies! Just reworked the photos so they look a bit better. Please take a gander and see what you think!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 12:43 am #
franny says:so many lovely treasures, Susie!…wouldn’t mind that haul!..& beautiful marine colors!…was intrigued by the green chain; thought it was patina, so effective!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 12:57 am #
TheBohemianCowgirls says:Well done Susie!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 7:25 am #
Luna Chick aka Coral says:This is stunning Susie. Love it!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 2:19 pm #
Rocky D says:Great beautiful design. Love the fish!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 3:29 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Susie, this is absolutely stunning!!! Your components are perfect together & you’ve chosen the right name for this amazing design!
Also, your photos are beautiful!
Hugs to you & tummy rubs to Eli & Dixie! Which one is pictured in your new profile photo?
On Sep 06, 2012 at 4:11 pm #
Elis Mom says:Thanks, Ladies, for all the lovely comments!
Lynn, thanks for the hugs and tummy rubs! The new pic is Eli hiding in the plumbagos!
On Sep 06, 2012 at 11:58 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Aaaaw, Eli is so cute! Of course, so is Dixie!
On Sep 07, 2012 at 2:19 am #
N radon says:Eli and Dixie are simply amazed at the beautiful things Mom can do with fishies and shiney things. I also am impressed!!