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Chatter
on “Night Owl”:“That is so adorable, I love it!…” read »
on “Night Owl”:“That owl is adorable! The whole piece looks mysterious and midnight-y,just right for your focal. Good…” read »
- on “Wrist Corsage”:
“So pretty! Looks like a garden.…” read »
- on “Crazy Little Things”:
“My favorite is the pendant in your big picture. It looks dramatic and tribal. The other…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Love your patinas! The yellow beads are pretty, but I think a cooler color (mint, turquoise)…” read »
- on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:
“I love charm bracelets, and you have a really nice mix of elements. Cool ring, too!…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Loving the pinks balanced by the chunky chain. Good one!…” read »
on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Thanks, Nancy!
…” read »- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“He's definately smiling!…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“I like the necklace either way. But I especially love the smiling pup! That's adorable.…” read »
- on “Dragonfly's Garden”:
“I too like the pendant but I like the whole necklace - very pretty - and…” read »
on “Fancy Circutry”:“Very cool…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“I forgot to add love the pics of the pups. Bottom pics looking like he's…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Thanks Susie…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Fantastic reworking!…” read »
- on “Simply Crystal”:
“Pretty!…” read »
on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Very pretty! Love your patina work.…” read »
- on “Dragonfly's Garden”:
“Love the design and different textures in this. Very pretty!…” read »
- on “Wrist Corsage”:
“Very pretty bracelet! Now is that petal beads or one whole flower bead?…” read »
on “Wrist Corsage”:“This is a very pretty bracelet…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Deb here's a picture so you don't have to tilt your head, fuzzy though it is…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“LOL I have the greenish one too! Nice pendant for a good price.
Love what you…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“I almost ordered the greenish one. Do you like the color? I actually love the necklace.…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Elegant design, lovely colors!!!…” read »
- on “Dragonfly's Garden”:
“TY I do too, I got another in a greenish yellow.…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Great design...I especially love the dragonfly pendant.…” read »
- on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:
“Fabulous piece!!! I am partial to the look of different sizes, shapes, texture, and colors…” read »
- on “Wrist Corsage”:
“Lovely with perfect name!…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is so lovely! I love the inspiration behind the piece, and it depicts your story…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Becky! How are you? I totally get the idea...but I already redid. I like the new version…” read »
on “Wrist Corsage”:“The metal came from Michaels. I cut it in half and curved it. Heated it…” read »
on “Wrist Corsage”:“Fabulous as usual!!
!!…” read »- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Love your patina work! I just had a thought: what if you made the yellow…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Deb, your design style has a name: "Wing it"
It takes a special kind of…” read » - on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Thanks! Peggy, I use Vintaj patina solutions and glaze. You can color anything with it!…” read »
- on “Sonya earrings”:
“The one on the left looks soo much like earth! Really cool!…” read »
on “Fairy Magic”:“I agree Nancy, love the stones and the rest comes later ! Thank you all for…” read »
- on “Pretty Pink”:
“Thank you all, ladies. Nancy, knew you'd love the pink tourmaline ! ...thanks too for…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Very pretty! Send has the tie dye look
Is that alcohol ink you used ? I…” read »
Key to My Heart
About this design:
Egad! I've just barely packed away the Christmas stockings and here I am working feverishly on Valentine's Day jewelry to sell in stores. These are a shorter, simpler version of the long chain charm necklaces, using brass keys. I've given myself a little challenge to create twelve OOAK necklaces with these keys.
Five done...Seven to go...
Components:
Brass key charms, chain, and findings. Czech glass and crystals.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 09, 2013 at 6:04 pm #
Deb Harding says:These are all adorable.
On Jan 09, 2013 at 6:05 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Lynda, these are all so wonderful — what a great idea!
P.S. I just saw these on your blog’s e-mail & was thinking “I hope she posts these on LB.” Great timing….
On Jan 09, 2013 at 7:02 pm #
Asia says:Love them all
On Jan 09, 2013 at 7:24 pm #
Julie Shane says:Very sweet! They are Valentines but can be worn all year long. Perfect! Love the touches of crystal.
On Jan 09, 2013 at 7:41 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Very cute!! All of them!!
On Jan 09, 2013 at 7:58 pm #
NY Bella says:Adorable!
On Jan 09, 2013 at 8:36 pm #
Retro By Design says:So cute. Love them!!!
On Jan 09, 2013 at 10:17 pm #
Elis Mom says:These are to cute! Nice that you can wear them year round.
On Jan 09, 2013 at 11:23 pm #
Peggy3 says:I love them all. So pretty.
On Jan 10, 2013 at 9:02 am #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:Very cute! I like them all.
On Jan 10, 2013 at 9:37 am #
Valley Girl says:Like those keys! I have a key and heart that i need to use myself.
On Jan 10, 2013 at 12:12 pm #
Fresh Baked says:Thanks for the comments and encouragement! If you are interested in making charm necklaces and looking for interesting bits…try the Wedding/Bridal section of big brand craft stores (nameless), instead of the jewelry aisles. Much cheaper than the jewelry/bead aisles.
On Jan 10, 2013 at 4:40 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:They are all very pretty and great designs
On Jan 11, 2013 at 9:24 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:These are adorable!