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Toad Marsh
About this design:
The Conglomerate Jasper inspired this design because of its rustic beauty and resemblance to a muddy marsh.
Components:
Conglomerate Jasper, Green Girl baby Toads, Mushroom, Love Life Leaves, Green Luster Crystals, C-Lon thread, Pewter button, Artistic Wire--all LB! 1.5mm olive leather lace, green flat potato freshwater pearls, Silver plated pewter spacers, new jade cubes, rustic tube beads I used as crimps, and nickel-free earwires--local craft store.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 6:41 pm #
Elaine says:So pretty!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 7:01 pm #
PPR says:Oh so very pretty, WOW. Great design and work.
PS: The others are just as fabulous.
On Nov 03, 2012 at 7:45 pm #
AllureofGemsGlamJulia says:Interesting and darling. You need to wright a short cute tales for your pieces. Buyers will love it!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 8:21 pm #
Elis Mom says:Too cute, Becky! The colors and textures are fabulous!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 9:51 pm #
Robin nursechick says:Just lovely Becky!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 10:17 pm #
Medieval Momma says:Incredible! I love it!
On Nov 04, 2012 at 1:52 am #
Leigh D says:Very Cool!
On Nov 04, 2012 at 3:58 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:love it!
On Nov 04, 2012 at 6:55 am #
Polly Z says:This necklace is irresistible. All the components are gorgeous alone, and then collectively they are wonderful! Great job.
On Nov 04, 2012 at 8:12 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:An instant fav, Becky!
I absolutely love EVERYTHING about this!
On Nov 04, 2012 at 10:26 am #
Asia says:Love this one Becky, have that mushroom too, love how you incorporated the leather and those tubes in your design, love the colors too
On Nov 04, 2012 at 11:36 am #
JC Hamm says:I love your designs.your sure to have a great show. Happy selling!!!
On Nov 04, 2012 at 3:00 pm #
Laud says:This looks both comfy and exciting. Great job!
On Nov 04, 2012 at 10:07 pm #
franny says:love how you incorporate “charms” into your pieces, Becky – you must have a great stash!…you’ve been so creative, love them all!
On Nov 05, 2012 at 11:25 am #
OK Jacki says:Girl, you are on a roll! The Queen of Green!! Love all the pewter components in this.
On Nov 07, 2012 at 10:50 am #
NY Bella says:I see your creative juices are overflowing!! Another beautiful set, Becky!