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Ocean Jasper
About this design:
Beautiful beads and toggle from LB. I've had them for 2 or 3 weeks and wasn't sure how I wanted to use them. I love the patterns and colors in these beads.
Components:
jasper and copperRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Nov 04, 2009 at 4:09 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:That Ocean Jasper is soo soft and nice! I like your design and the work you’ve done here, Little Round Chick!:-)
On Nov 04, 2009 at 4:17 pm #
Little Round Chick says:These beads have the most wonderfully smooth surface. They are great to handle. Thanks for the compliments, Coffee Chick.
On Nov 04, 2009 at 6:09 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Beautiful wow the ocean jasper is very pretty with copper!!
On Nov 04, 2009 at 6:11 pm #
leafy river says:Really pretty design. I’m coveting the ocean jasper!
On Nov 04, 2009 at 6:11 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Perfect!!! I love this and I love Chinese ocean Jasper.
I’m so glad you used the pillow shape beads in this. I always struggle with how to use that shape in designs. You’ve given me ideas!
On Nov 04, 2009 at 6:35 pm #
Marian C says:Love this! Beautiful work, LRC!
On Nov 04, 2009 at 7:09 pm #
Lynn g says:I really like those jasper beads, very nice.
On Nov 04, 2009 at 7:49 pm #
Brenda H says:This is so neat, love everything about it! I’ve got to order some of the Chinese Ocean Jasper.
On Nov 04, 2009 at 9:03 pm #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:FABULICIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!
On Nov 04, 2009 at 9:31 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:MMmm, this ocean Jasper is great! You did a wonderful job with this necklace.
On Nov 04, 2009 at 9:32 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:I would totally wear this!
On Nov 05, 2009 at 12:44 am #
Little Round Chick says:Bubbly Chick….for you I’ve got such a deal…
Thanks for the compliment Ladies.
On Nov 05, 2009 at 10:17 am #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:Beautiful, just beautiful!
On Nov 05, 2009 at 8:44 pm #
Dora H says:the ocean jasper is gorgeous and so is you creation !!
On Nov 06, 2009 at 1:04 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:This is absolutely beautiful, LRC! Love your design and your use of the pillow stones. That ocean jasper has been calling my name for some time now – I have to get some!
On Nov 06, 2009 at 1:04 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:BTW, what ga wire did you use?
On Nov 06, 2009 at 1:21 pm #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:Very pretty!!!
On Nov 07, 2009 at 5:39 pm #
Gemme Designs says:I luv this, so soft and fresh!!! Fabulous choice of gemstones, I luv the colors and the combo with copper, nice, nice, nice!!!