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Chatter
on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“That druzy is cool. Great piece!…” read »
- on “Simply Crystal”:
“Lovely design!…” read »
- on “Fancy Circutry”:
“Very cool!…” read »
- on “A Little Vintage”:
“Well done! Love the focal.…” read »
on “My MacGyver Heart”:“Absolutely gorgeous! You've also given me some inspiration for my teal colored wire that I bought…” read »
on “Tranquility”:“Thanks! I got them at a Gem show last year.…” read »
on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:“Thank you Becky and Wanda. Fostering is very rewarding and I get to play with…” read »
on “In The Garden of Olives”:“I like your choices for the pendant. Its all very beautiful.…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“I thought it was a Jasper, but wasn't quite sure. Yes they are a beautiful green.…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“My bad--Brazilian rainforest JASPER. They still have the chips but these bigger pieces were a…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Thanks everyone, and thanks Becky for letting me know. I know I got them from LB…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“Lovely!…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Dang you are good!!!
Gonna try it your way, post it later. …” read » - on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“LOvely!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Brazilian jade? I have some I got here. Love the design!!!!!
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on “Recycled Blues”:“Very fun and summery. The swirls on the end of the wires is really nice. I…” read »
- on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:
“Oh how gorgeous! You've outdone yourself with the wire work on these. Beautifully done!…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“oh how pretty!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“This is such an interesting piece. I love the colors and copper combo.…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Thank you, Lynda
…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Thank you, Laud
)))I love your comments always …” read » - on “Leopard w/ Spark-le”:
“I don't think I ever commented on this one. I really like it. It may be…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Darling piece
…” read » - on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Love it!
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on “In The Garden of Olives”:“Thanks so much ladies--I always appreciate the input.…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“I thought your tute was very good! Everybody's directions are a little different and I'm game…” read »
on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:“So very pretty. I too love the brass & blue combo. The design is so 'clean'…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“You complimented your pendant well with the bead choices. Pretty!…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Very pretty! My wire wrapping never looks that good.…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Ooops, trigger finger; didn't mean to post that fast. Wanted to add (fwiw) that your chain…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Your pendant is gorgeous. I love how the stones are framed within. It reminds me of…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“I am such a fan of copper, and this design is fabulous! Just love the…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“Very pretty colors!…” read »
on “Fancy Circutry”:“There is a lot going on in this pendant and it's all good fun! Love it!…” read »
- on “Beachey Bling”:
“Love the simplicity of the design. It really lets the wire wrapped beach glass take the…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“I'm amazed at your skill in this technique and with color! Just lovely.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Love this bright blue and brass. So unusual!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Haven't the foggiest notion what those green stones are either. But they are gorgeously combined with…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“Very Pretty! Your choices of stashed beads look great with the pendant.…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“This is a fab piece. I love the textures and different beads and their random…” read »
Ocean Swirl
About this design:
Playing around with different ways to wrap cabochons - the swirls required alot more concentration and effort than I expected. I am still not happy with the back - but practice, practice, practice
Components:
Ocean Jasper Cabochon, 22ga dead soft square wire, 21 ga half round half hardAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 7:32 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Gorgeous Leigh, wish I could do it…
On Jan 24, 2010 at 7:36 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:It’s beautiful,Leigh!
Not sure I have the patience…
On Jan 24, 2010 at 8:49 am #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:You are SO good at your wirework, Leigh!!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 9:12 am #
CAS says:It’s perfect Leigh!!! Of course, nothing is ever perfect enough for perfectionists, but it is a beautiful piece. I would never have had the patience, but your wirework is always stunning!!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 9:56 am #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Oh, Leigh! This is Incredible!
OOooooaaaaahhh Love it!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 10:00 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:I agree perfect way to compliment an already gorgeous stone and design. Wonderful
On Jan 24, 2010 at 10:21 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Beautifuuuuuul!!!!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 10:25 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:I’m just sitting here shaking my head.
I am continually impressed with your fantastic wirework. Sure wish you lived close, so you could give me lessons!!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 11:12 am #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:ANOTHER AMAZING PIECE!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 11:24 am #
hlt Designs says:Gorgeous! I haven’t graduated to trying swirls in my wire wraps, yet… Love yours… they are truly amazing!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 11:55 am #
seashellsally says:Another beauty.
Thank you again!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 12:13 pm #
Harmony on Strings says:I can’t imagine how this could be improved on.
On Jan 24, 2010 at 12:16 pm #
grama rose aka stormy says:omg this is gorgeuos!!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 2:04 pm #
Linda Talbott says:The swaying motion of the wire is beautiful, and the copper goes really well with the gemstone. Into my faves!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 2:05 pm #
Diane Cauley says:I agree with all of the above, wow!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 2:24 pm #
Gunilla B says:I agree with the others. They look perfect to me!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 2:48 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:I’m amazed as usual. You certainly have found your calling. These are so beautiful.
On Jan 24, 2010 at 4:21 pm #
kitty mom jb says:Very pretty!! I really like the swirls!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 4:43 pm #
Lee D says:Another example of beautiful work, Leigh. Love it!
On Jan 24, 2010 at 7:55 pm #
Dora H says:more beautiful work !!!!!
On Jan 25, 2010 at 8:32 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Leigh, this is absolutely stunning!!! Those swirls are fabulous! I would love to learn how to do this! Did you learn it from a book, video, or teach yourself?
On Jan 25, 2010 at 8:36 am #
4HisGloryCreationsbyCJ says:This is just amazing!!! I love it!
On Jan 25, 2010 at 8:40 am #
Leigh D says:Thanks everyone!
Lynn – this is a combo of techniques from several wire working books, the tutorials on jewelrylessons.com, and alot of internet searching and reading.
I have purchased several books recently on amazon about wire working – Dale Armstrong and Jim McIntosh are two folks who have great books on wirework
On Jan 25, 2010 at 11:03 am #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Love this design…another fave!!
On Mar 01, 2010 at 11:21 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Congrats on making it into the top design picks I really love this the wire work is beautiful love the copper wire with the stone.
On Mar 02, 2010 at 5:52 pm #
Mirjam E says:This is really beautiful. You’re probably not entirely happy with it because you’re a perfectionist (I know the feeling), but believe me, it looks stunning!
On Mar 31, 2010 at 6:13 pm #
RubberT aka Plucky Chick says:Love it! It inspires me to try more wire wrap!