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on “In The Garden of Olives”:“You complimented your pendant well with the bead choices. Pretty!…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Very pretty! My wire wrapping never looks that good.…” read »
on “In The Garden of Olives”:“Ooops, trigger finger; didn't mean to post that fast. Wanted to add (fwiw) that your chain…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Your pendant is gorgeous. I love how the stones are framed within. It reminds me of…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“I am such a fan of copper, and this design is fabulous! Just love the…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“Very pretty colors!…” read »
on “Fancy Circutry”:“There is a lot going on in this pendant and it's all good fun! Love it!…” read »
- on “Beachey Bling”:
“Love the simplicity of the design. It really lets the wire wrapped beach glass take the…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“I'm amazed at your skill in this technique and with color! Just lovely.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Love this bright blue and brass. So unusual!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Haven't the foggiest notion what those green stones are either. But they are gorgeously combined with…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“Very Pretty! Your choices of stashed beads look great with the pendant.…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“This is a fab piece. I love the textures and different beads and their random…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“Gorgeous. ! I really like the big green stones…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“This is gorgeous! Love the brightness of the blue with the brass.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Thank you all! Stitching is therapeutic, I think. My background is embroidery, where pieces can take…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“I like the variations, particularly the larger magatamas near the center, which give focus to the…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Thanks a bunch for the lovely comments, it just inspires me more.
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on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Thank you Mary and Cindy, very much
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on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Love this one…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Thank You, Nancy!:)…” read »
on “Wine Party”:“I just found this...2013? What a great idea.…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Love, love, love this!!! So creative!…” read »
on “Beachey Bling”:“What a fantastic earthy look. Beach glass should be considered a gemstone. It's so mysterious to…” read »
- on “Tranquility”:
“Kyanite and Pearls are fantastic together,and I LOVE the splash of rock crystal. This piece really…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Just gorgeous. Those stones really belong together,and are just perfect!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“You are simply genius at this style!
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Thanks everyone. The flat wire is aluminum, so it is very soft. Curling it…” read » 
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Like a cool, berry slushy on a hot day!
Wouldn't this look yummy with a…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Thank you, Becky, Deb,N Taylor and Wanda!
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“Thank You all, dear chickies!
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“Beautiful set!…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“The two different sides look great! Gorgeous!…” read »
- on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:
“Beautiful necklace! The rainy weather was a great inspiration for you.…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“I agree with you both, I thought the same after I'd looked at them again!…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Gorgeous!!!…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Gorgeous set - love it.…” read »
on “Banded Together”:“Very funky and cool!…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Your patina work is so cool - you are very talented! I love the turquoise beads…” read »
- on “carry that weight”:
“Hi! Do you have some for sale? Thanks!…” read »
Amore
About this design:
I used the Grace Lampwork bead as my focal and pulled the colors from there. I wanted to create a piece for Valentines Day that didn't use the convential colors of red and pink.
Components:
Swarovski crystal montana rounds and golden rondelles, yellow glass, antique silver bead caps, spacers & clasp, and Grace lampwork heart bead.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Feb 13, 2013 at 1:40 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Great choice of colors. I’ve always considered purple to be a valentine color along with red and pink…. and white… and any other color you want to use!
On Feb 13, 2013 at 7:49 pm #
Asia says:This is such a sweet necklace, Beth, perfect for the Valentine or any other day
On Feb 13, 2013 at 7:58 pm #
Julie Shane says:Very pretty! Love the yellow and tpaz with the Grace heart! Happy V-day!
On Feb 13, 2013 at 8:44 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Very pretty!
On Feb 14, 2013 at 7:37 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Beautiful colors! Lovely