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on “Violet Tendril Earrings”:“Wonderful use of the sari silk ribbons! Love the earrings! I'm so glad lucite is not…” read »
on “Lovely Impression”:“KO thread is used without a needle because of the stiffness of it. At Lima beads…” read »
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“Thanks Lynda and Kate!
I'll take a closer look at Swellegant.
Lynda, thank you for the…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“Great looking pieces Jimmy is wearing. The nuggets are gorgeous.
…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
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Crystal X
About this design:
Bead weaving design, used all crystal and clear glass beads. Very sparkly!
Components:
Faceted crystal rondele (clear), frosted white 11/0 seed beads, crystal white bugle beads, clear glass bicones, opaque white fire-polished beads, beading line, acrylic bead for claspRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 9:03 am #
Deb Harding says:Wow…that is sparklu! I can see this done in a variety of colors. Cute.
On Jan 27, 2013 at 11:15 am #
Julie Shane says:Wow! I can see this dressed up or as playful with jeans and a tee. It’s really striking in all one (non?)color!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 11:26 am #
Crazy Beader says:Simply dazzling !
On Jan 27, 2013 at 2:05 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Oh la la! I love the sparkly icy look. Very pretty design!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 2:53 pm #
Peggy3 says:I agree w/ crazy beader. dazzling!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 4:03 pm #
Deb Harding says:Just felt the need to clarify my statement. I love the design as is. I just see.the potential of this in all pale pale pink, or very pale lilac or pale mint. I am not saying a mix of colors or dark colors.
It looks like sparkly ice!
On Jan 27, 2013 at 5:29 pm #
Little Round Chick says:It’s dazzling and definitely looks like ice! Love it!
On Jan 28, 2013 at 7:34 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Lovely sparkling design!
On Jan 29, 2013 at 7:02 am #
Need4Beadz says:I love it….tres chic!
On Jan 31, 2013 at 6:07 am #
T Wojciehowski says:Thanks, and I can see it in many colors, too. I love to make something in many shades of one color!
On Mar 26, 2013 at 11:45 pm #
J Maloney says:Wouls love it if designers also posted some instructions. I am still learning. But I love weaving. This one I did from another bead site.