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T eudy on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“very pretty !…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
Mary S – Sweet Chick on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“Love them all!!…” read »
KSD on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
Kate on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
KSD on “Cultus Lake Market”:“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
KSD on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Grampa's old tree”:“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
KSD on “Country Leaves”:“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
Need4Beadz on “Country Leaves”:“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
KSD on “A Green Cuff”:“Can you please tell me if the 14 gauge is Dead Soft? I just started…” read »
KSD on “A Green Cuff”:“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Bluebells”:“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
AllureofGemsGlamJulia on “Bluebells”:“Beautiful work
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Laud on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great job!…” read »
Laud on “Bluebells”:“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
Randa D on “Connected to the Trees”:“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
monicaocoatl on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
Laud on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
Deb Harding on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
Deb Harding on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
Deb Harding on “Grampa's old tree”:“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
N Taylor on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
N Taylor on “Grampa's old tree”:“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
N Taylor on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
N Taylor on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
N Taylor on “Bluebells”:“Oh my...I want them.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Totally Teal”:“Thank you!.. Yes Ann the ring is worked in a spiral.…” read »
J Putnam on “Rock and Roll Earrings”:“Are there instructions I am missing?…” read »
Lois D on “Bluebells”:“Gorgeous earrings; gorgeous flowers! Thanks for sharing both.…” read »
Medieval Momma on “Bluebells”:“Very pretty!…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Totally Teal”:“Wanda the ring is cute, did you a spiral worked in to your ring?…” read »
jdbeast1 on “Garden Droplets”:“Love it....You always inspire me, Ali !…” read »
About this design:
You can never have too many pearls!
Components:
Coin Pearls & LeatherRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
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On May 24, 2013 at 8:08 pm
YOU say:

On Oct 01, 2009 at 1:04 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Incredibly unique! A great bracelet to wear dressed up or down! Love it!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 1:31 am #
Yorkie chick aka CC says:Totally agree with Ms. Sue, I love the way you’ve mixed the pearls with leather. Awesome!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 2:47 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Wow !!! I love this idea of pearls and leather !!!! Great job !
On Oct 01, 2009 at 7:47 am #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Beautiful, Chanda! Love the way you’ve mixed lovely pearls with leather.
On Oct 01, 2009 at 9:43 am #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:What a great idea!!! FAV!!!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 10:03 am #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:Very cool piece, Chanda! I like the unique mix of pearls and leather, and the different technique you used for the bracelet, too.
On Oct 01, 2009 at 10:27 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Amazing design in it’s uniqueness and simplicity!
I love it!!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 1:58 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Beautiful and original
On Oct 01, 2009 at 2:14 pm #
Little Round Chick says:What a novel idea! Fantastic, gorgeous, unique and all of those other great things and a whole new approach to the cuff. Thanks for sharing it with us.
On Oct 01, 2009 at 2:42 pm #
Atomic Toad says:Awesome piece!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 2:43 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:cool! a fav!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 3:17 pm #
Pam says:Love it! Just love it! Into my favs!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 3:40 pm #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:FABULICIOUS!!!!!!!!! love everything about it!
On Oct 01, 2009 at 6:15 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Chanda, this piece is fabulous!!! Very unique design and wonderful combo of pearls and leather! Love this!!!
And, may I say, I TOTALLY agree with your comment about pearls!!! ROTFLOL (See Harriet’s design “Vintaj With Bronze Pearls” under Sets and read our comments!)
On Oct 01, 2009 at 8:29 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:I also did a Fresh Pick entitled “AqK & The Great Pearl Conspiracy” as a follow-up to the comments on Harriet’s design. Lots of fun!
On Oct 02, 2009 at 4:16 pm #
E maguire says:Love it!
On Oct 03, 2009 at 5:27 am #
Leigh D says:In love again with your use of the leather – this looks wonderful with the pearls.
On Oct 04, 2009 at 11:20 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:A great design, I never would have thought to put pearls with leather. They go so well together
On Oct 17, 2009 at 5:40 pm #
Jewelrybyirina says:Gorgeous!
On Nov 08, 2009 at 11:44 am #
Lyric Chick aka Bev says:Or too many saphires! Totally awesome design.
On Nov 08, 2009 at 12:20 pm #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:I love this, Chanda! Pearls and leather make an amazing combo, and your design is awesome! Fave!