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Chatter
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Thanks so much everyone....I appreciate your comments!…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Clever idea that turned out really cute.…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Beautiful design, Deb!…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Great partners for the pendant. I really like how the pendant & coordinating dangles hang from…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Lucky you to get such a great gift! Love the earrings!…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Nancy, these earrings are wonderful! Such a clever idea!
…” read »- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Nancy, you've created another stunning cuff! Love green & copper together!
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on “Pistachio Spring”:“This delicate green necklace is perfect for Spring. Love it!
…” read »- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“Party time! Fabulous cheerful ear rings!
…” read » - on “Country Leaves”:
“Love the copper and leaves. Excellent Design!
…” read » - on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love your bracelets especially the leather one.
…” read » - on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Wow! Those beads are gorgeous! Love the color.
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on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Definitely one of those "why didn't I think of that" ideas...super clever and super cute!…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Classy!
…” read » - on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super design. Great tree, too!
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on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Exquisite design as well as those gorgeous beads. You did an excellent job. I love…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Fantastic design. Love it!
…” read » - on “Bluebells”:
“Great design! Great flowers, too!
…” read » - on “Totally Teal”:
“Wow! I love all of that teal and it makes a gorgeous bracelet. Great…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Thanks for the suggestion Chelsea. I haven't done much etching so this would be a…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Yes, the wire is dead soft KSD. At 14 gauge anything but dead soft would…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Thanks everybody for all the compliments. I've had this little pendant & the pearls sitting on…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Cute recycle!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I have this pendant also and I just finished making a necklace with it. It…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“These are cool!…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Those stones look gorgeous, as does your design!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Love it Deb! That pendant looks great with those pearls.…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Beautiful!…” read »
- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“These look like so much fun!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I wanna come to YOUR house! MY patio needs CPR!…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Oh my goodness, Deb, another of your beautiful creations. I really like that leaf; the 1"…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Dittos to everything said. The miracle of Creation is showcased in your pieces!…” read »
- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“What a fantastic and clever idea!! The name is so fitting; love the colors.…” read »
- on “TY”:
“Love this type of design which allows for the beads/components to stand out. Can this be…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Absolutely fabulous stones--and the triangular pendant is perfect. Gorgeous piece!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“That pendant is a sensational color. Looks great with the beads you chose. Oh, and kudos…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Exquisite!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Close....Ottawa! lol! Lucky you living in the city with some of the best bead stores…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“This is stunning.....love the blue lace agate!…” read »
Festive
About this design:
This piece was created last fall when my daughter was sick and I wanted to do things with her to keep her busy while she recovered.
Components:
3 strand Mookaite which is an Australian jasper that combines the lighter colors of yellow and red jasper, round coral and silver plate findingRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Nov 07, 2012 at 10:35 am #
NY Bella says:Fab design! Love that focal!
On Nov 07, 2012 at 10:36 am #
NY Bella says:PS- hope your daughter is well!
On Nov 08, 2012 at 7:35 am #
Asia says:Great one
On Nov 09, 2012 at 10:20 am #
MoonBell says:Ooh! Very nice!
On Nov 09, 2012 at 12:42 pm #
Miannda says:Love the color combination and design. Very unusual!
On Nov 09, 2012 at 5:44 pm #
SBass27777 says:This is very striking. What is the focal piece, red jasper?
On Nov 10, 2012 at 8:22 am #
Tanisha AKA Blue Chick says:Yes my daughte ris better she is now 14 years onld. Yes the focal piece is Mookaite
On Nov 10, 2012 at 8:23 am #
Tanisha AKA Blue Chick says:mykey board is not working I meant to say my daughter is better LOL
On Mar 04, 2013 at 12:43 am #
JC Hamm says:Love this , beautiful.