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Molten Lava
About this design:
I saw a picture of a bracelet that had cosmic beads and pearls that inspired me to create this colour combination to match a new top that I bought and had nothing to accessorize with - now I have an accessory !
Components:
Swarovski Cosmic Beads and PearlsRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Oct 31, 2009 at 9:41 pm #
Chicky ChaCha says:My kinda girl–bracelets! this is gorgeous! Love the pearls–the whole combo is awesome.
On Oct 31, 2009 at 9:52 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Ohhh – lovely!
On Oct 31, 2009 at 11:35 pm #
K H says:I love the cosmic cut crystals. Your choice of pearls and daisys set off the unique shape!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 5:40 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Lovely bracelet!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 6:34 am #
Leigh D says:This is so pretty! I am not normally a Swarovski girl but those cosmic beads are gorgeous! You did a wonderful job with the accent beads. Great Job!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 11:02 am #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:FABULICIOUS! Those crystals are gorgeous and you design really set them off!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 12:17 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:ooo, nice! love Swarovski crystals! they’re like designing with a new box of crayons in lots of lovely colors
On Nov 01, 2009 at 1:07 pm #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Gorgeous bracelet !!!!!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 1:30 pm #
jewelJoy says:really classy!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 1:30 pm #
Kitty Chicky Girl says:Hot…Hotter…Hottest! i love this!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 1:32 pm #
jewelJoy says:classy work!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 2:35 pm #
Brenda H says:Beautiful bracelet!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 3:37 pm #
therainmaker says:Very beautiful. I like the elegant simplicity of the design. … a favorite!
On Nov 01, 2009 at 5:07 pm #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:It’s lovely!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 9:47 pm #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:I like that you just made what you needed to accessorize your outfit. I bet we have all done that! LOL
The colors you chose are so pretty together…a real winner!!!
On Nov 03, 2009 at 11:16 am #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:Love this!
On Nov 03, 2009 at 1:01 pm #
DragonFly Chick Eileen says:Thanks so much for all the kind feedback !
On Dec 01, 2009 at 10:51 am #
LizzCreations says:i luv these colors…wow very sofisticate but also kind of simple….i luv the crystals
On Dec 01, 2009 at 10:55 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:This one is a winner.
On Dec 01, 2009 at 6:53 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:What a fabulous design and color combo, Eileen! I love bracelets and often wear them in multiples!
On Dec 01, 2009 at 6:58 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:Gorgeous! I love Swarovski but haven’t tried the cosmic cut yet. Bet this baby sparkles!