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on “Violets”:“Stitching is relaxing if you're in no hurry to get a project done. The trick is…” read »
on “Tiedye Butterfly”:“Redo if you like but, it is great just the way it is. I love…” read »
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“I love this bracelet. What fun and I with Elis Mom you must have a…” read »
on “Tiedye Butterfly”:“Super cute! Love the patina work.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Beautiful design, Laud. The colors are lovely. I wish I had the patience for that type…” read »
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- on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“Beautiful, summery design! Reminds me of a day at the beach.…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly”:
“What is Beads in the Mail??? I get confused everytime you say that. I like the yellow…” read »
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“Oh yeah! The third pic is the contents of the beads in the mail shipment!…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Thank you so much everyone. I'm glad you all think I achieved the look I was…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Beautiful design, Deb! Definately has the vintage feel you were going for.…” read »
on “Vintage Copper Rose”:“A fabulous design, Deb, and definitely vintage !…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Spectacular! You repurposed that flower ring in a manner it deserved. I particularly like the eclectic…” read »
- on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:
“Wow! I love it because there are so many cool beads to look at. I'd be…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Love the rose! And I've always loved pink and copper together.…” read »
- on “Violets”:
“Peggy, it's a flat herringbone. I think I worked on the base for three evenings, but…” read »
on “Garnet Drape”:“Loving all the garnets..with this length it definitely does not need pendant. Go with your…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“A real statement piece..lovely.…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Really has a vintage feel. Beautiful.…” read »
on “Relay For Life”:“Thank you !…” read »
on “a taste of honey”:“Thank you so much for the encouragement.
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on “Dancing Loops”:“Love the chain maille look. Great colors!…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Beautiful colors and design! Looks vintage to me.…” read »
on “Vintage Copper Rose”:“Very vintage and very lovely design!!…” read »
- on “Amazon Blues”:
“They look good together...I would have never thought of that.…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“These are all 3 very cool. Another thing I need.to try. Nancy...haha...your comment.…” read »
- on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“LOL Nancy. That druzy is very nice!! Beautiful piece.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Gorgeous! I could see a design like this making a fabulous choker too! Love the color…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Very striking and well put together. I absolutely love the pendent, I can see why it…” read »
on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“Oh my gosh,Rock Chick. This is a treasure! I'm glad you took a picture in the sun,so…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very nice work. Look how the colors give each set a totally different vibe. I have…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very cool. I've got to try chain maille…” read »
Black Cherry Cluster
About this design:
A cluster of black cherry freshwater pearls on an antiqued silver chain, worn as a choker. Reminds me of the holidays!
Components:
Lots of patience to wrap each pearl onto the chain! Various sizes of pearls, lots and lots of headpins, chain, split rings, hammered gunmetal discs, toggle clasp and earwires.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 3:59 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:Jingle Jingle!:). Definitely Holiday Wear! Won’t even ask how much time you spent making this…it is very lovely!! Makes me green with envy for sure! Now all my dragons want one!! (Oh no, look what you’ve started! Help!)
On Nov 02, 2009 at 4:28 pm #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Fab chain, and I’ve always got those cranberry pearls around – I love them! Really love what you did here – so like all those little berries on the holly boughs!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 4:32 pm #
Reet says:Stunning necklace !
On Nov 02, 2009 at 4:34 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:very pretty! your patience paid off in a lovely necklace for you (or whomever) to enjoy!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 5:14 pm #
Mayan Chick - Lilly says:WOW! Absolutely Gorgeous!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 5:25 pm #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:This is so lovely and elegant too! What a pretty necklace!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 5:45 pm #
therainmaker says:Very beautiful, definately a Christmas sort of piece! All that patience must be paying off!!!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 6:08 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:So very pretty!
And definitely worth the work!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 6:23 pm #
Leigh D says:This is amazing – I love how you mixed the hammered discs in with the pearls!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 6:34 pm #
jewelJoy says:Lots of work, but this looks fantastic…when you are wearing it, someone just HAS to say SOMETHING!!!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 6:39 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Fantastic necklace. Bet you were cross-eyed and crazy by the time you finished.
On Nov 02, 2009 at 7:02 pm #
Brenda H says:Stunning necklace, Christmas or anytime!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 8:05 pm #
RubberT aka Plucky Chick says:Beautiful, unique, and love the earrings, too!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 8:21 pm #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Beautiful!!!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 8:36 pm #
M mccallister mrs chick says:this is gorgeous!!! i love it.
On Nov 02, 2009 at 8:50 pm #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:Wow!!! Love this!!! Great colors, great design, tremendous patience, and all that talent too!!!
On Nov 02, 2009 at 8:59 pm #
ChickyD aka Debra says:WOW!!!! Love it!
On Nov 03, 2009 at 8:24 am #
Dora H says:BEAUTIFUL, alot of work but well worth it..tha color is gorgeous!!!!
On Nov 03, 2009 at 2:25 pm #
Anita QoG Funny Chick says:Stunning creation!!! GREAT color!!
On Nov 03, 2009 at 4:34 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Oh, this is very sweet! You did a fantastic job! Great color!
On Nov 03, 2009 at 4:42 pm #
Jewelrybyirina says:Gorgeous!
On Nov 04, 2009 at 7:29 pm #
Lynn g says:Totally beautiful..
On Nov 05, 2009 at 8:37 pm #
Bonnie R says:Did i see this in a magazine? Yours?
On Nov 06, 2009 at 9:34 am #
Nicki - Taylored Designs says:I haven’t noticed it in a magazine….but then again I only read “Bead Style”. I’m curious now that you say that…any idea where you would’ve seen it? I was actually inspired by a necklace in a store that sells super cheap and fake jewelry…we all know those stores! They had glass pearls all the way around, not quite as many though. I was very excited to find the right pearls and start this piece.
On Nov 07, 2009 at 5:53 pm #
Gemme Designs says:So fabulous!!! Actually makes me think of cranberries, quite perfect for the upcoming holiday season! I really love this color of pearl and the design is definitely a fav!
On Nov 21, 2009 at 11:54 pm #
Smoky Rose says:this is beautiful!
On Nov 24, 2009 at 10:13 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:This one is definatly my favorite you have posted so far!!!!