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on “Rustic Agate”:“Oooooh! Aaaaaaah! I'd never take this off.…” read »
on “Rustic Agate”:“This is one beautiful piece! your work is superb.…” read »
on “Just a Bit Worn”:“This is so cool! Very creative blend of elements!…” read »
on “Just a Bit Worn”:“Like how you used your misc. bits and the rebar wire! Turned out great.
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on “Southwestern Summer”:“The focal really grabbed my attention. I just love rough nuggets. All the colors work so…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Oh,how unique. It's what I like to call Earthy bling. The copper clasp is frosting on…” read »
on “Lush Greens”:“Beautiful. Def one of a kind pieces…” read »
on “Lush Greens”:“I must echo others thoughts here on how awesome your skills are in creating these pieces.…” read »
on “Sea Breeze”:“Love this! It's all my favorite colors, love the silk tie, I want to do that…” read »
- on “Just a Bit Worn”:
“Great design. Way to improvise.…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Beautiful and earthy…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Stunning Asia
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“Wow..what a work of art! I'll borrow,when the other ladies are done. ( A scuffle may…” read »
- on “Just a Bit Worn”:
“This really speaks to me. I love your eclectic mix of glass,stones,and leather. Very nice!!…” read »
on “Southwestern Summer”:“I love this...the colors...design..it's all good!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Necklace”:
“A great necklace!!…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“I just love it...it's a great piece!!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Just fabulous!! Great bracelet!!…” read »
on “Cool Summer Necklace”:“Ohhh, I love the bohemian-ish look!…” read »
on “Pearl diving”:“Fabulous! Love your design!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Asia, this is a great piece! Love the organic feel it has! Congrats!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Me too. I'd like to be a fly on the wall when you and others…” read »
on “The Mad Dash Pair”:“So cool! I'd be wearing these all summer long!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Necklace”:
“Light and airy. You're absolutely right...perfect for summer!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“It's beautiful, Asia. I'd wear it in a heartbeat!…” read »
on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:“Stunning! I LOVE the focal!…” read »
- on “Lush Greens”:
“I am always in awe of those who do metal work...that is one of many things…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“I agree with Nancy.....I'd sneak in and "borrow" this too! LOL Gorgeous design, and…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“This is fantastic! I love the colors, and that focal is stunning!…” read »
on “Flying Home”:“Congrats Susie!! I'm so happy for you!!…” read »
on “Flying Home”:“Yep! I'm gonna frame it!…” read »
on “Lush Greens”:“Awesome job!!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Gorgeous set!!! You did an excellent job!!…” read »
- on “Southwestern Summer”:
“Love all the colors!…” read »
- on “Southwestern Summer”:
“Very bright and summery. Gorgeous!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Gorgeous set you have made here. Just lovely!…” read »
- on “Lush Greens”:
“Love this one the most! Your metal work is awesome!…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Awesome display you have put on, of an asymmetrical design. Lovely!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Just gorgeous Asia! Are the rest of the beads from your stash? Or did you order…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Good thing I don't know where you live or I would sneak into your house and…” read »
marrakesh express
About this design:
I found the faceted prehnite featured in this piece in Hong Kong. It is a surprisingly versatile color--it can go bright or it can go earthy. I've also been experimenting with longer lengths. This piece falls below the breast on me.
Components:
Etched and painted glass beads, Picasso jasper, carved jade, faceted prenhite, enameled brass beads and brass spacers.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 11:44 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Love, love the earthiness of this piece, Susan! You’ve given me inspiration for some prehnite that has been lying in my stash waiting to find it’s perfect companions. Thank you!
Great to see you here again! It’s been awhile….
Hope all is well!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 11:57 am #
Laud says:I like pieces that keep revealing more detail, more interest, and your stones + arrangement do this. Each is special, but together, they keep the eye discovering new surprises. Lovely!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 1:28 pm #
gembeans says:Stunning!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 1:40 pm #
JC Hamm says:Lots to see in this piece, beautiful!!!!!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 3:07 pm #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:This caught my eye right away! It is beautiful!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 4:49 pm #
foxhill designs vt says:Beautiful!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 6:02 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Fantastic design! Wonderful mix of beads and in my kind of colors. Love it!
On Mar 20, 2013 at 6:12 pm #
Peggy3 says:Beautiful! What type of beads are the pale / gold geometric type beads?
On Mar 20, 2013 at 6:58 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Cool! Beautiful components and design
On Mar 20, 2013 at 7:28 pm #
Asia says:Fantastic stones, interesting design
On Mar 21, 2013 at 12:14 pm #
Need4Beadz says:A really striking design. The beads and colors are fabulous!
On Mar 21, 2013 at 4:25 pm #
doktordesigns says:Peggy, the barrel shaped beads (there are two in the piece) are carved “new” jade.
Regards,
Susan
On Mar 21, 2013 at 4:26 pm #
doktordesigns says:Mary,
Thank you for remembering.
Best,
Susan
On Mar 21, 2013 at 7:24 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Beautiful!!
On Mar 21, 2013 at 8:29 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:Susan! Good to see you again. This is a great necklace. You must have people stopping you on the street to compliment you on this when you wear it out.
On Mar 22, 2013 at 10:51 am #
Deb Harding says:You have some extremely interesting glass beads as well as beautiful stones. Lovely necklace.
On Mar 22, 2013 at 11:00 am #
Peggy3 says:I was referring the
light green and gold bead. There are 6 in your design.
Thank you Susan. The carved jade are stunning
On Mar 22, 2013 at 4:42 pm #
doktordesigns says:Peggy, those are enameled brass.:-)
On Mar 22, 2013 at 7:57 pm #
Peggy3 says:Thank you
On Mar 23, 2013 at 2:16 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Susan!!! What a delight it is to see you posting your wonderful designs again! You’ve been missed!
What a gorgeous necklace! I love the variety of greens with the brass & your design is fantastic!
On Mar 23, 2013 at 7:01 pm #
doktordesigns says:Thank you, Lynn, you have always been so kind and supportive. XOs