The Design Gallery
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Chatter
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“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 »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“Funny, Deb Harding, I borrowed the book from the library because of one of your posts…” read »
- on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:
“I think them! Love the color combination. They would go with everything.…” read »
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 »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Both the flowers and the earrings are beautiful! Great job capturing the feel of the real…” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“Those leaves are gorgeous...this bracelet is a perfect setting for.them.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“I have that same book....its awesome isn't it? You did an excellant job on the leather…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Fantastic job...you definitely captured the look of your flowers. I seriously want your flowers...lol.…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
…” read »- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
…” read » 
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You can't beat black with silver and pearls! Great designs!…” read »
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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Pearly Dewdrops
About this design:
A swirl Of Silver wire with spirals (of course!) Finished with 2 Orchid Freshwater pearls from LB & a wirewrap detail
I really enjoyed making these. Photographing them wasn't so easy though!
Components:
18g & 26g Sterling silver wire,freshwater pearlsRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 1:59 pm #
Shanti P says:So elegantly beautiful!!!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 2:11 pm #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thanks Shanti!
I want to feature Lima Beads on my blog which I’ve just started, as it’s such a fantastic site. I’d like to put some of the designs from the Design Gallery on it as well. Does anyone have any objections? Please let me know!
I’m going to start it now so if you want to have a look its ~ http://cinnamonjewellery.blogspot.com
I could do with some followers too, it’s a bit lonely on there at the mo!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 2:25 pm #
Shanti P says:Oh my gosh! I just took a look – I’m impressed!!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 2:29 pm #
Cj w aka Slacker Chick says:Just perfectly beautiful. I also checked out your blog. It is very warm and friendly. Wish I could do the wire thing as well as you do it.
On Nov 17, 2009 at 2:39 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Wow, you are back with your wonderful wire work! Great to see you and your creation!!!!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 2:51 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Very cool! Another fabulous wrap job! You truely make it look easy, and I know from experience that isn’t so! I will have to check out your blog!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 3:21 pm #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thanks Chicks!
I’m still writing my blog piece about LB, just about to put some photos from the Design Gallery on there!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 3:22 pm #
knjns0 says:Love your earrings! Great wire work!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 3:34 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:simply elegant!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 3:48 pm #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:WOW!! These are so gorgeous, Spiral Chick. The most beautiful part about them is your wire work.
On Nov 17, 2009 at 3:51 pm #
Sally T says:Beautiful – have missed seeing your designs.
On Nov 17, 2009 at 4:12 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Tracy!!! I’ve missed you!!! So happy to have you back here!!!
This is a stunning design! I love those orchid pearls with silver — fab combo!
I’ll be sure to check out your blog, too. I already love (and faved) your Etsy site!!!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 4:19 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Just checked out your blog — it is amazing! Thanks for including me and one of my designs!!!
I signed up as a follower of your blog, too! Looking forward to your posts! 
On Nov 17, 2009 at 4:25 pm #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thanks Chicks!
Lynn I’ve put a photo of your Copper Swirls bracelet on my blog ~ don’t get big headed now!
Plus there’s photos of pieces by Wenche, Lynn G, Lorri G, DivaChick, JessBell, doktordesigns & GemsChicaChick. I hope that’s ok with you all, if not let me know & I’ll take them off!
I just need to figure out how to put photos in a block so that you don’t need to scroll down to see them all!
I’ve been busy making stuff to sell on another site called Folksy ~ it’s the UK equivalent of Etsy except not so big or clever but I have sold a few bits on there
On Nov 17, 2009 at 5:17 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:I have checked the site – NICE and thank you for showing my Malachite challenge!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 6:16 pm #
Leigh D says:These are awesome!!! Love love love them!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 7:47 pm #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:These are swirly pearly earrings!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 9:16 pm #
Froggy Chick aka Wendy F says:Love these! So simple and elegant!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 10:36 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Hey, Spiral Chick. Just checked out your blog and I am IMPRESSED! You have put a lot of work into it and it shows. BTW the earrings you posted here are really elegant. Love them!
On Nov 17, 2009 at 10:48 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Stunning earrings!
Very impressive blog! Thanks for sharing!
On Nov 18, 2009 at 12:30 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Once again, a fabulous design, Spiral Chick! Love those pearls and the wirework! BTW, checked out your blog and it is beautifully done!
On Nov 18, 2009 at 3:26 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:very pretty. I like these
On Nov 18, 2009 at 5:46 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thank you Chickies
On Nov 18, 2009 at 11:33 am #
Pam says:These Are Beautiful! Fabulous wire work!
On Nov 18, 2009 at 1:06 pm #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:I just love these earrings! Great design and so pretty!!!
I checked out your blog, and I think I left a comment too. It said it would show after it is approved.
On Nov 18, 2009 at 3:38 pm #
Lynn g says:Just so beautiful.
On Nov 18, 2009 at 7:57 pm #
Dora H says:as Lynn g said…these are so beautiful..in my fav’s
On Nov 19, 2009 at 11:07 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:simply… WOW
On Nov 20, 2009 at 9:30 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Said it before and I’ll say it again, you are the QUEEN of spirals!!! So simple yet SO awesome!!
On Nov 21, 2009 at 9:59 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thank you!
On Nov 21, 2009 at 11:29 am #
seashellsally says:There you go in another great direction. Luv it!
Checked out your blog and I hope others do as well. I linked you to my facebook and friends there. Hope this gives you more exposure and the success you so well deserve.
On Nov 29, 2009 at 7:28 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thank you seashellsally!