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on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Stunning! To me the design looks more Indian (as in India) because it has such richness.…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Wonderful design. I'm very fond of the elements, too, especially carnelian. Great job!…” read »
on “Leftovers”:“These colors are very rich. I love the matte finish on those black beads. That gives…” read »
- on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“You definitely have a way with the sari silk. I'm trying to figure out how that…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“I am so glad you started sharing your work. This is amazing.…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Gorgeous. Welcome to the gallery…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Great design Who doesn't love turquoise
…” read » - on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Thank you all for the lovely comments.
…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Omigosh Wanda.... I do not have the words to adequately express just how awesome this peace…” read »
on “Violets”:“Maybe this will work. http://fusionbeadsblog.com/2013/05/02/announcing-all-new-swarovski-elements-crystal-color-blends/…” read »
- on “Amazon Blues”:
“Very pretty and organic look here. I like the light/dark pattern,and the little splash of bright…” read »
- on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“Just beautiful. What a great mix of materials. those chunky Carnelian are nice and juicy.
…” read » - on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Yes..I agree with Granny. Professional is the perfect word. It has such nice balance.So many different…” read »
- on “Ocean Fantasy”:
“Your bracelet is just so absolutely awesome. I would love to learn how to do…” read »
- on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“Beadinggma, Start with a nice chain. Each link in this is 6mmx5mm. Wire wrap three to…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“I am speechless. How lovely in every respect.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“You've done an exquisite job on this - like already said, the colors, the bead mix,…” read »
- on “Leftovers”:
“This is gorgeous. Sometimes using leftovers can give you the best pieces!…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love this combination. Very nice looking piece.…” read »
- on “Violets”:
“Y'know, I went looking for that Swarovski color combo and couldn't find it. Anyone have a…” read »
- on “Ocean Fantasy”:
“Thanks for adding that pic. I love the pink and green sea glass. What an awesome…” read »
- on “Violets”:
“Just exquisite. I agree with Rootware about the color combo. I've also seen the new Swarovski…” read »
- on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“All I can say is wow!! That is a lot of work. It's just stunning!…” read »
on “Ocean Fantasy”:“Hi Deb I have just added the other side…” read »
on “Dragonfly for Kathy”:“I'm brand new to this sight and this is the first "eye candy" that really caught…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love that pendant! Great design altogether.…” read »
- on “Leftovers”:
“Gorgeous design! Love the gold with the deep rich colors.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love this, colors, beads, focal overall design is fabulous!!! Well done!…” read »
- on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“I love this...I would like to make one as I love the style, but don't know…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“This is beautiful! I love that tree pendant, but never knew how to incorporate other…” read »
Leopard Skin Jasper Gypsy
About this design:
This is primarily square Leopard skin jasper, black onyx (diamond shape) , alternated with copper beads. I set deep red garnets 4 on either side of the focal gypsy pendant. I put one of the black onyx diamonds inside the gypsy pendant. At the back neckline are 3 garnets and copper beads attaching a chain to a toggle closure.
Components:
Leopard skin jasper, Black Onyx, red garnets copper beads a gypsy pendant and a copper toggle claspAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 19, 2010 at 10:05 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:These pictures as you can tell were taken via myself in the bathroom mirror. Ha, effective but not too inovative. Sorry about the flash in the one picture but I don’t know how to copy and paste. LOL. I took a picture front facing because I think it is interesting to see how something hangs on a person. Sorry I am not a super photographer nor a super model. ROTFLOL. I also did not include that I hung a dangle from the clasp. I’m not sure but I may want to make a different closure. Haven’t yet. Right now it is not adjustable.
On Jan 20, 2010 at 1:37 am #
Gunilla B says:Great necklace Faith, love it!
On Jan 20, 2010 at 1:42 am #
Harmony on Strings says:Really like this. You are right, how it a necklace hangs is half the battle.
On Jan 20, 2010 at 1:49 am #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:Oooo! Fave!! O.o
On Jan 20, 2010 at 2:02 am #
Little Round Chick says:Fantastic design. The gypsy hoop really works well with the other components. I have to agree with you and Harmony on the importance of seeing how a necklace hangs.
On Jan 20, 2010 at 2:40 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:This is beautiful, Faith !!!
You did a great job !!
I love the stones you chose to go with the pendant !!
Very nice!!
On Jan 20, 2010 at 6:37 am #
Linda Talbott says:What an exquisite design…beautiful. Into my faves!
On Jan 20, 2010 at 7:39 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Awesome necklace I love this one ont my favs!!!!!!!
On Jan 20, 2010 at 10:06 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:OOOOO! Faith!
Leopardskin Jasper, Onyx and Garnet with copper!! And those mixed shapes……OH YEAH!
I love it! A Fav for sure!
On Jan 20, 2010 at 10:40 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Thank you ladies for your kind comments. I am just a stay at home retired person so I have to wear simple mostly. No one will see it except and the mall horay and a discount store like Sam’s called BJ’s. We eat a lot at Golden Corral and there are a lot of old people there when we eat lunch. Maybe I will have to get a little bolder and braver one day who knows.
On Jan 20, 2010 at 11:00 am #
KittyMom Linda says:Wonderful necklace. Wear those necklaces everywhere. Mine have been to many Dollar Stores LOL. You never know where you will find potential customers. I too, am retired, and I’m going to have to go back to work just to buy beads!
On Jan 20, 2010 at 11:26 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Thanks Kitty Mom Linda. This alone is a new area for me to wear. I have sold a lot of jewelry at 2 big department stores. My husband buys me a lot of gemstone jewelery, but I have not worn a lot of the bridge jewelry we are creating. These are the cross over from cut gemstones to bridge jewelry and then comes costume jewelery. Even costume jewelery as we older folk think of it is by no means inexpensive in Wal Mart or K Mart all
those places. The bridge jewelry is mostly made of real uncut gems gold, gold filled,and silver, or silver plate. I want to wear the designer stuff like Harmony on Strings is making a big bold statement. Well maybe I’ll create something one day to wear. I found 1 stone to use a large twisted oval light colored jasper. Had it in my cart last time and opted for the aquamarine.