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Dreaming of Tibet
About this design:
Inspired by the Tibetan Agate beads - wanted something earthy and casual
Components:
Tibetan Agate, brass cornflakes and heishe, walnut irish linen, and brass claspAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Dec 05, 2012 at 4:50 pm #
Laud says:Love those agates, and the metal accents are perfectly chosen. Simple, earthy and effective–good job!
On Dec 05, 2012 at 5:03 pm #
Valley Girl says:This so warm! A perfect color combination.
On Dec 05, 2012 at 6:39 pm #
KatsAllThat says:What a beautiful agate. I love agates and have never seen that one before. Lovely.
On Dec 05, 2012 at 7:11 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Love this !
On Dec 05, 2012 at 7:29 pm #
NY Bella says:This piece is just gorgeous! Rich and earthy! Love it!
On Dec 05, 2012 at 7:49 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Leigh, this is amazing — so beautiful! Love those Tibetan agates & your design! Where did you find those fab brass cornflakes??? Love them!
On Dec 06, 2012 at 11:54 am #
OK Jacki says:Love this piece. I’ve some of the agates on the way – can’t wait to play.
On Dec 06, 2012 at 12:02 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Love those agate beads! Great color, great design!
On Dec 06, 2012 at 7:24 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Such interesting stones. Love your beautiful earthy design.
On Dec 06, 2012 at 8:34 pm #
Asia says:I would be dreaming too, love that Agate and the findings
On Dec 06, 2012 at 9:33 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Very, very cool! You have that linen knotting down cold!
On Dec 07, 2012 at 5:05 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Gorgeous
On Dec 07, 2012 at 8:04 pm #
Miannda says:Simply love it! The metal (brass?) beads are perfect for the Tibetan agate.
On Dec 09, 2012 at 12:28 pm #
Beadnut says:Love it, however, the beads, shown here in varying sizes, I can’t find on this site. Just 1 size 12mm. Frustrating, as this could make a perfect gift for someone I know.
On Dec 11, 2012 at 11:15 am #
K r says:Love it! Great design
You have a good eye, or maybe even two fo them!
On Jan 04, 2013 at 3:33 pm #
unsalted88 says:I have those beads too…..I love them……
Love what you did with it.