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Bubbling Blue
About this design:
I love the teal color of Apatite (maybe Lima Beads can give us some?)! I think the color is bubbling together with the Pearly White Keishis (from Lima Beads). I think the Fish pewter bead from Green Girl is perfect together with this! I have also added a handmade shell charm from a local artist called Merete Mattson.
Components:
Apatite, White Keishi pearls, White oval pearls, Hematite, Fish Pewter bead, oxidized silver bead caps and twisted ring, oxidized shell charm (artisan, oxidized silver hook and eye clasp, beading wire, crimp beads and crimp bead covers.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 29, 2013 at 2:09 pm #
Crazy Beader says:Apatite is a spectacular color and you have used it so well here – - the pearls are the perfect contrast and your asymetrical design works beautifully ! The fish and shell add such a uniquie touch – - – just love this necklace.
On Jan 29, 2013 at 2:14 pm #
JenniferLynn says:Absolutely gorgeous. I love the way you’ve put it together. all your designs are spectacular!!
On Jan 29, 2013 at 2:14 pm #
Bettys Beads says:From our bracelet queen comes a beautiful necklace.
Ditto above.
On Jan 29, 2013 at 3:08 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:GORGEOUS!!! Apatite is one of my favorite stones but I don’t have many that are faceted like yours. The faceted rondelles(?) you use look fantastic with the keishi pearls! and the silver is perfect.
On Jan 29, 2013 at 3:23 pm #
NY Bella says:Beautifully done, Wenche! Those Apatite beads are stunning! Love it!
On Jan 29, 2013 at 3:30 pm #
Laud says:Luscious colors, and the fish focal is perfect.
On Jan 29, 2013 at 3:58 pm #
Nancy Mc says:This is a jaw dropper!! The large Apatite beads are exceptional. I’d love to see them held up in sunlight. Perfect combination,with pearls and the silver.
On Jan 29, 2013 at 5:33 pm #
Valley Girl says:Very Pretty… love that color combination!
On Jan 29, 2013 at 5:43 pm #
celticivy says:Love the Blue of the Apatite.
On Jan 29, 2013 at 6:12 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Gorgeous and I agree those Apatite bead Rocks!
On Jan 29, 2013 at 7:24 pm #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:Fabulous! All the above! This is perfectly lovely.
On Jan 29, 2013 at 9:08 pm #
gembeans says:Beautiful, with just enough cuteness from the GG fishy! And I adore those keishi pearls (ordered lots). Lima said they had more pearls on order but they’re on the “slow boat…”
On Jan 30, 2013 at 12:52 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Hmmmmm What is left to say?
Wenche, I am in awe of your talent! This design & dramatic color palette are gorgeous!!! Another winner from you!
On Jan 30, 2013 at 10:00 am #
Lavonne K says:I really love this necklace. It is unique and the color combination is exquisite. My favorite ever posted!
On Jan 30, 2013 at 10:11 am #
Deb Harding says:I cannot think of anything to add…this is gorgeous.
On Jan 30, 2013 at 4:18 pm #
Rocky D says:Very striking. Love the blues! Great design!
On Jan 30, 2013 at 4:57 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Fabulous and that lil puffer is so cute
The shell charm is beautiful!
On Jan 30, 2013 at 5:47 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:You’re awesome!
Thank you for all the positive feedback! Sooo nice!
On Jan 30, 2013 at 6:42 pm #
Need4Beadz says:Oooo this is lovely! Great design and bead choices. It looks so vintage–that’s one of my favorite things.
On Jan 30, 2013 at 10:01 pm #
Elis Mom says:Love apatite and keishis. What a beautiful necklace! The GGS puffer adds the perfect touch of whimsey!
On Jan 31, 2013 at 7:26 am #
Medieval Momma says:LOVE the apatite! This is a beautiful piece.
On Feb 05, 2013 at 11:13 pm #
Elena A says:My compliments. This necklace is stunning.
On Feb 06, 2013 at 4:02 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Thank you girls! Glad you liked it!:0)