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on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Spectacular! You repurposed that flower ring in a manner it deserved. I particularly like the eclectic…” read »
on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:“Wow! I love it because there are so many cool beads to look at. I'd be…” read »
on “Vintage Copper Rose”:“Love the rose! And I've always loved pink and copper together.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Peggy, it's a flat herringbone. I think I worked on the base for three evenings, but…” read »
on “Garnet Drape”:“Loving all the garnets..with this length it definitely does not need pendant. Go with your…” read »
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“These are all 3 very cool. Another thing I need.to try. Nancy...haha...your comment.…” read »
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“LOL Nancy. That druzy is very nice!! Beautiful piece.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Gorgeous! I could see a design like this making a fabulous choker too! Love the color…” read »
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“Very striking and well put together. I absolutely love the pendent, I can see why it…” read »
on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“Oh my gosh,Rock Chick. This is a treasure! I'm glad you took a picture in the sun,so…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very nice work. Look how the colors give each set a totally different vibe. I have…” read »
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“Very cool. I've got to try chain maille…” read »
on “Boho Silken Tassel”:“Gorgeous necklace Deb, I love the colour combination…” read »
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“Ah! I finally found the lavender/peridot beads. They're lovely, and I can see some interesting pieces…” read »
on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“This is great. The druzy always puts a piece over the top.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you Peggy and Laud for the wonderful comments. Yes they are Laud, or peanut shaped.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Stunning! To me the design looks more Indian (as in India) because it has such richness.…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Wonderful design. I'm very fond of the elements, too, especially carnelian. Great job!…” read »
- on “Leftovers”:
“These colors are very rich. I love the matte finish on those black beads. That gives…” read »
- on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“You definitely have a way with the sari silk. I'm trying to figure out how that…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“I am so glad you started sharing your work. This is amazing.…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Gorgeous. Welcome to the gallery…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Great design Who doesn't love turquoise
…” read » - on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »
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“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
Peruvian Treasure
About this design:
Wanted to try the irish waxed linen I have bought from lima. A thing I notised and actualy thought about bf starting was that I should have washed the beads. I didn't I was to impatient... But next time I will because dirt gets stucked in the wax. Now I washed this after it was done.
However I love the peruvian opals and the czeck opals and troubled water rondels and and... The troubled waters rondels contains flashes of purple so I put a amethyst as a dangle in the end. I wanted to have some gunmetal spacers but I had no that fits the design and I didn't have a vintaj natural brass clasp to go with the design, so it become like this. Why is it that on always miss something in ones stach?? Don't understand that.
Components:
Czeck, Peruvian Blue Opal, Green Aventurine, Amethyst, Lava Rock, Shell Pearls, Vintaj spacers, Gunmetal Lobsters, Irish waxed linen Sage. Everything but the amethyst and lava rock are fro Lima.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Nov 25, 2012 at 6:25 pm #
Laud says:Love the colors, and that’s a great way to use the big Czech squares, which are sometimes too much for a necklace. Good job!
On Nov 25, 2012 at 7:03 pm #
Elis Mom says:Wow Frida! This is so pretty! Wonderful composition. I’m going to have to try the waxed linen, too!
On Nov 25, 2012 at 8:45 pm #
PPR says:Frida: I agree with Laud and Elis Mom. Nicely done!
On Nov 25, 2012 at 9:12 pm #
Julie Shane says:Great piece Asia! I agree with you. The piece sort of “grows” and becomes it’s own as you work with it. I like the addition of the little amethyst bauble at the toggle.
I like the Irish waxed linen. I have a couple more pieces in mind. I am in love with the cute little dangles. It’s an interesting change in style. Fun and whimsical, but still polished and appropriate.
On Nov 25, 2012 at 9:13 pm #
Julie Shane says:So sorry Frida… I know it’s you!!!
Too many calories this weekend and it’s affecting my brain as well as my middle.
On Nov 25, 2012 at 9:49 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Very beautiful. I can tell that you gave this a lot of thought. The beads compliment one other so well. I love Peruvian Opals.
On Nov 25, 2012 at 10:27 pm #
JC Hamm says:Very beautiful,I love everything about this piece.I can see wearing it with everything.
On Nov 25, 2012 at 10:58 pm #
NY Bella says:This is a beautiful piece, Frida! Love the colors and the design! A fave!
On Nov 26, 2012 at 6:41 am #
Robin nursechick says:Frida, your piece is absolutely perfect and beautiful. Are the little beads Czech Saturn beads? I love those little beads! I think I’ll try the Irish linen too. You have inspired me!Thanks!
On Nov 26, 2012 at 6:50 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Thank you so much
Robin, the small pointy beads are vintaj natural brass, if it was them you thought about?
On Nov 26, 2012 at 7:44 am #
Asia says:Great design Frida,I need to use that linen too, at least give it a try, as I am terrible with any kind of treads.Love the colors
On Nov 26, 2012 at 11:19 am #
puppychick labratbecky says:Beautiful design, Frida! I totally understand about that one missing piece in the stash! My husband, however does not understand when I buy things just in case.
You HAVE to have it on hand!! 
I would not have even thought you were intending something different if you hadn’t told us, though. This is FABULOUS as is!!
On Nov 26, 2012 at 9:14 pm #
Batticat says:I love your bracelet, Frida! I haven’t had time to check out the latest jewelry pieces until today, and this one really caught my eye. The colors, variety of shape and size, really beautiful. I have always wanted to try something with the linen cord , but hadn’t thought of a bracelet! Thanks for sharing.
On Nov 26, 2012 at 10:41 pm #
foxhill designs vt says:Love this combination of beads, Frida! Beautiful design.
On Nov 28, 2012 at 8:34 am #
Crazy Beader says:Fabulous design, Frida, and I love your story about being too impatient. You also perfectly described how even the largest stash never has exactly what you need – - -
On Dec 01, 2012 at 11:26 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Thank you