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Fish Bones & Fine Quartz
About this design:
I needed to rearrange my stash for some new stuff (from LB, of course). The fish bone charms were on my table when I took the rough-cut green quartz out of its container. I set them together and there it was! I had just enough of each bead to make the set! Karma.
Components:
Antique brass plated chain, gunmetal artistic wire--LB, antique brass plated charms (Beadniks--isn't that a cool name for a store? just like Lima Beads! :) ), rough cut green quartz, Fire Mt.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 6:52 pm #
Elaine says:Don’t you love it when it works out like that? It’s a unique design. Very nice. Good job!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 6:58 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Yes, Elaine! Sometimes I struggle with pieces, take them apart, rearrange… but this just told me what to make. I know it’s quite odd but that’s me.
Thanks for all the wonderful encouragement! I have my one and only craft show this year coming up in a week. Eeek! 
I hope somebody likes something!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 7:42 pm #
AllureofGemsGlamJulia says:It is a very unique and funny! It probably will sell first!:)))
On Nov 03, 2012 at 8:27 pm #
Elis Mom says:I am like you…I create and then rip apart things until they are finally “right”. I am trying to just “let things be”.
I love the little bonefish! I am sure someone will take them home!
On Nov 03, 2012 at 9:49 pm #
Robin nursechick says:I would have never thought to put these things together, but you taught me something-”think outside ‘my’ box”. This is reall a cool piece and i love those little fish! Great lesson learned;)
On Nov 03, 2012 at 10:25 pm #
Medieval Momma says:The little fish bones are so cute and they go incredibly well with the quartz. It’s sure to be a hit at your show!
On Nov 04, 2012 at 10:14 am #
Asia says:Becky, this is such a cool design, good luck with the show, this will sell for sure
On Nov 04, 2012 at 11:25 am #
JC Hamm says:What a great design, I love the fish bones and with the quartz, its a perfect match. I thought it was only me that struggles with designs,its good to know I’m not alone.But when they just come together like that, I’m so excited!!! yah
On Nov 04, 2012 at 2:56 pm #
Laud says:Everyone’s said it before, but the design came out great. Love those skeleton fish!
On Nov 05, 2012 at 11:23 am #
OK Jacki says:Great design!
On Nov 05, 2012 at 4:48 pm #
Bettys Beads says:Love the fish bones and quartz combo. Very unique. Good luck on your upcoming craft show.
On Nov 07, 2012 at 10:46 am #
NY Bella says:Awesome! Love this set!!
On Nov 25, 2012 at 3:11 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:Fortuitous pairing; love the boney fish and the watery quartz is great with them!