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on “Pistachio Spring”:“Thanks everybody for all the compliments. I've had this little pendant & the pearls sitting on…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Cute recycle!…” read »
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on “Pistachio Spring”:“Oh my goodness, Deb, another of your beautiful creations. I really like that leaf; the 1"…” read »
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on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Absolutely fabulous stones--and the triangular pendant is perfect. Gorgeous piece!…” read »
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on “Pistachio Spring”:“Exquisite!…” read »
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on “Field & Blue Skies”:“This is stunning.....love the blue lace agate!…” read »
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“I love this Deb! It's so delicate-- and even if the leaf is only 1"...the…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Yes, I agree with Deb, they are lovely in the photo.wish I could see them in…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“So pretty! This is one of my favs!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You must live in Montreal!! LOL!! And freaking cold too darn!!
Same here! …” read »- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Well if they are even prettier than the photos then they must be drop dead gorgeous.…” read »
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“Love thgese Lynda. Beautiful and rustic! Will give the tute a look!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“I too am a huge fan of annealed steel wire for jewelry projects. After removing…” read »
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on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“Inspiring me about what to do with all my smaller chips, stones, etc! Extra nice design…” read »
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on “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
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“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
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Crystal Copper
About this design:
I love these copper tubes! I wrapped them with 22g copper then added a Swarovski crystal dangle.
I also made a pair with silver wire as I like the combination of silver with copper.
Tip* If you want to use the two together oxidise your silver first as it won't oxidise when in contact with copper. I read this in a book & didn't believe it but it's true!
Components:
copper wire 22g, 20g, Swarovki Crystal beadAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 6:36 am #
Leigh D says:These are awesome! I am eventually going to get good enough to make beauties like these!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 7:37 am #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Wow! Stunning wrap job as ever! I think these are absolutely fantastic!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 8:44 am #
CAS says:Sweet … sweet … sweet!!! I adore the look of these, so very cool!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 9:29 am #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:Spiral chich you out spiraled us again! This are so cool! Love these!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 10:37 am #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:Me Likey! Awesome, SpiralChick!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 11:18 am #
Gunilla B says:These are outstanding!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 11:24 am #
Pam says:These earrings are beautiful!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 12:01 pm #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thank you Chickies
On Oct 19, 2009 at 12:11 pm #
Shanti P says:Awesome look! Do you have a store?
On Oct 19, 2009 at 12:23 pm #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Love these earrings! So different! Very nice wire wrapping!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 12:42 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:Gee, guess what? I LOVE these! As always, perfection Spiral Chick!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 2:49 pm #
Reet says:Very cute earrings !
On Oct 19, 2009 at 4:21 pm #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thanks Chicks!
Shanti, I’ve recently started selling on Etsy. I used to sell on eBay too
On Oct 19, 2009 at 6:02 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:Love em love em love em!!! You are tooo good!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 6:09 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Superb design, so contemporary and original, definitely a fav!!
On Oct 19, 2009 at 8:27 pm #
K H says:I’ve had my eye on these all day – the mixed metals definately kick them up a notch or two!!
On Oct 20, 2009 at 12:08 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:These are gorgeous, Tracy!!! Love your wirework, as always!!!
Thanks for the oxidizing tips, too!
On Oct 20, 2009 at 5:36 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thanks Chicks!
You’re welcome Lynn
On Oct 20, 2009 at 12:37 pm #
Marian C says:Wow!! These are awesome!! Very original and just all-around COOL!!!
On Oct 20, 2009 at 2:30 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:WOW!!!! love these
On Oct 21, 2009 at 8:19 am #
Shanti P says:Just checked out your shop – very pretty items!
On Oct 21, 2009 at 9:07 am #
Yorkie chick aka CC says:These are awesome, absolutely love your wire work!!
On Oct 21, 2009 at 5:04 pm #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thanks Sarah, Marian, Shanti & CC!
On Oct 24, 2009 at 1:49 am #
seashellsally says:Hey Spiral, I really love this direction, the metal tubes by contrasting with your signature spirals brings even more emphasis to your gorgeous wirework. And, by lengthening the design without adding more detail…….. the overall effect is to add substance to the overall design. Well done and thank you!
On Oct 24, 2009 at 9:57 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thank you seashellsally!
On Oct 30, 2009 at 11:38 pm #
RubberT aka Plucky Chick says:FAV! I am dreaming of making these someday…
On Oct 31, 2009 at 7:02 pm #
JulzJewlz says:I love this design. I have some of these beads but wasn’t quite sure what to do with them. I tried something similar, it’s cute but not quite what I want. I incorporated some of the techniques in mine.
On Nov 26, 2009 at 3:39 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:You have such a talent for wire work
On Apr 04, 2011 at 11:37 pm #
LionEmpress says:OMG I like these I’ve got to get the knack of wirewraping – it gives the beads a new flavor