The Design Gallery
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Chatter
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“love how you're exploring so many beautiful variations with this technique, Julia....they all end up in…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This a stunning piece, the heart pendant,WOW!!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Gorgeous!!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“What a nice, clean design. Both are winners. I have been working on jewelry…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“These would definitely cheer me up, love them both! I have some of this sari silk…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Fantastic, I really like it.…” read »
- on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:
“very pretty !…” read »
on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love them all!!…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
- on “Cultus Lake Market”:
“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Can you please tell me if the 14 gauge is Dead Soft? I just started…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Beautiful work
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on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great job!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
- on “Connected to the Trees”:
“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
Misty Morning Sunrise
About this design:
The focal bead of fire agate made me think of a sunrise behind thin morning clouds. This is an old design, promptly glommed onto by my wife.
Components:
Fire Agate, Pearl. Aventurine, Soocho Jade, Agate, Rose Quartz. Bali silver beads.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Oct 10, 2009 at 7:56 pm #
therainmaker says:A very beautiful and well-named piece. Reminds me of early morning fishing epeditions…
On Oct 10, 2009 at 7:57 pm #
therainmaker says:Oops,I meant expeditions.
On Oct 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm #
Dora H says:John, this is a beautiful piece, so light and feminine creation
On Oct 10, 2009 at 8:16 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:I can almost see the sun! Very nice John. Great glomming on your wife’s behalf!!
On Oct 10, 2009 at 8:26 pm #
Leigh D says:John this is absolutely beautiful – I can see why your wife snagged this piece!
On Oct 10, 2009 at 9:22 pm #
Reet says:I am speechless …. This necklace is so beautiful!!! Love it, love it,love it!!!
On Oct 10, 2009 at 9:28 pm #
Pam says:Gorgeous design!
On Oct 10, 2009 at 10:17 pm #
seashellsally says:Hey John!
I am not a pink fan….
I could be a fan of pink for this piece.
No wonder Mrs John snapped it up!
Well crafted by the way….
On Oct 10, 2009 at 10:18 pm #
leafy river says:Beautiful!
On Oct 10, 2009 at 10:37 pm #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Gorgeous! That focal bead is luminous.
On Oct 10, 2009 at 10:50 pm #
Rainbow Chick says:This necklace looks peaceful. I like everything you’ve shown us, but this one appeals to me.
On Oct 10, 2009 at 11:10 pm #
Jewelry Z says:Lovely design
On Oct 10, 2009 at 11:21 pm #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:Really beautiful, John. I am going a little nuts over the new colored fire agate pieces. I love the crackle in them!
On Oct 10, 2009 at 11:22 pm #
Jane MS says:Spectacular! I love the rings and dangles.
On Oct 10, 2009 at 11:32 pm #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:Another stunning design,John! What a talent you have!
On Oct 11, 2009 at 2:53 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:This is so soft and wonderful John! You have an amazing talent! No doubt your wife loves that you design jewelry for her!
On Oct 11, 2009 at 9:14 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:This is so soft and feminine, John, yet it still makes a statement.
I bet your wife want everything you design!
On Oct 11, 2009 at 10:35 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:John, this is a wonderful design and color combo! I love that fabulous pendant! Your wife is very lucky…..
On Oct 11, 2009 at 1:33 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:A very nice creation, John! Lovely colors and mix of beads and findings!
On Oct 11, 2009 at 4:31 pm #
Brenda H says:So soft and pretty, lucky wife!!!
On Oct 11, 2009 at 5:00 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Just lovely! I really like the pendant and the soft pretty design! A winner!
On Oct 12, 2009 at 11:27 am #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:Wow!!! This is so pretty, soft, and feminine.
I really like the whole design, and I can see why that great focal bead inspired this excellent work.
On Oct 12, 2009 at 9:25 pm #
Valentine Chick says:Stunning!
On Oct 12, 2009 at 9:55 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Quite beautiful John!!
On Oct 13, 2009 at 10:41 am #
John M says:Thank you, everyone, for your kind comments.
On Oct 13, 2009 at 11:05 am #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:This is absolutely stunning, John! I love the design you created around that beautiful focal. Your wife definitely knows awesome when she sees it!
On Oct 13, 2009 at 12:59 pm #
AllureofGemsGlamJulia says:Gorgeous , delicate piece!:)
On Oct 13, 2009 at 2:48 pm #
Shanti P says:Drop dead gorgeous! Mrs. John is so lucky!!!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 7:57 pm #
John M says:Thanks, again, everybody!