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Bronze Age
About this design:
This is a design I conceived on my table. I usually conceive a design in my head first and even before I order my stuff, so virtually. But this one was a work in progress, I did not know what I would do with it. I just ordered bronzite because I liked it. I wasn't sure about the match with the cranberry pearls but they just kept coming together :) I did not have a suitable pendant and wanted to add something to the filigree because it looked strange by itself. Finally, this is what it became, sort of has a medieval look to it.
Components:
Bronzite, Brass and Cranberry pearlsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 16, 2010 at 7:32 pm #
Lynn g says:Very nice, yes it has a medieval look to it.
On Jan 16, 2010 at 7:32 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:Oooh, yeah! great combo. Isn’t it fun how designs can evolve on the table?
On Jan 16, 2010 at 7:42 pm #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Very nice design !!
On Jan 16, 2010 at 7:42 pm #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:OMG This is GORGEOUS! I love vintage and medieval!!
On Jan 16, 2010 at 7:48 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Thank you Ladies
Yes it is fun how designs evolve on the table, it’s fun to let the spur of the moment guide you and the beads talk to you! 
On Jan 16, 2010 at 7:51 pm #
Harmony on Strings says:Love this..the cranberry and bronzite are great. Wonderful design
On Jan 16, 2010 at 9:08 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Definitely a “WOW” necklace. I really like the pendant design you made.
On Jan 16, 2010 at 9:36 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:I was thinking it looks like it belongs on Guenevere’s neck. Very pretty. It definitely needed the addition to the bottom of the pendant.
On Jan 16, 2010 at 9:50 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Many thanks!
On Jan 17, 2010 at 8:25 am #
Linda Talbott says:I really love this ~ the combination of the beads colors, sizes, etc. is incredible, and I love the pendant. It really does look medieval.
On Jan 17, 2010 at 7:11 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:Great piece. My design never, and I mean NEVER ends up looking exactly as planned. I think you did a wonderful job. I would so wear this.
On Jan 17, 2010 at 7:17 pm #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:Oooo, so cool!! Right into my faves!