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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”:
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Gonna try it your way, post it later. …” read » - on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
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- 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 »
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“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
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“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 »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Gorgeous. ! I really like the big green stones…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“This is gorgeous! Love the brightness of the blue with the brass.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Thank you all! Stitching is therapeutic, I think. My background is embroidery, where pieces can take…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“I like the variations, particularly the larger magatamas near the center, which give focus to the…” read »
Jazzed in Jade
About this design:
I have had the focal bead for awhile-It took me a long time to add the jade and fwp. I am happy with the piece but feel it is way to much green. Any thoughts?
Components:
lampworked focal bead, green freshwater pearls and jade along with sterling silver.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Feb 25, 2010 at 11:53 am #
grama rose aka stormy says:I think this is really pretty..I’m with you sometimes green just seems too green:if you wanted to you could add more silver through your strand to break it up some but It’s a matter of personal taste..your pendant bead is awesome…oh you could pic up some of those lighter shades in your pendant also if you didn’t like the bold green look..just a couple ideas good luck…YFIB Stromy chic
On Feb 25, 2010 at 12:02 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:I love it the way it is. I think it’s very calming. You could, Stormy Chic said, add more silver, or a few white beads, not too big, that pull the white from the pendant. I, however, LOVE it the way it is.
On Feb 25, 2010 at 12:03 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:Changed my mind, scratch the white – would be too stark, unless you want more summery look.
On Feb 25, 2010 at 12:03 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:Or, maybe two white very large beads somewhere on it. I’ll stop now.
On Feb 25, 2010 at 12:09 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Naaaw I love the green and it is such a fun bracelet!!! Love it as it is!
On Feb 25, 2010 at 12:41 pm #
Valley Girl says:I think it is perfect the way it is…Nice job
On Feb 25, 2010 at 1:30 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:You can never have TOO MUCH green!
I like it as it is. However, bits of silver could “lighten” it somewhat and give it a little bling, but that’s up to you. Good job!
On Feb 25, 2010 at 4:44 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:I like this, and the green colors are wonderful! I think I would love even more, if it was a double bracelet! I’m in a bracelet mood nowadays, you know!!
On Feb 25, 2010 at 4:59 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Oh, How I love this! There is not too much green for my taste! And the focal bead is great!
On Feb 25, 2010 at 7:30 pm #
Gemme Designs says:I think it’s quite beautiful too, it’s light and refreshing like mint!!
On Feb 25, 2010 at 7:34 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:There is no such thing as too much green (she types from her green-walled bedroom, wearing a green shirt…)
On Feb 25, 2010 at 7:40 pm #
Jade aka Caryn says:green is great and so is this piece!
On Feb 26, 2010 at 11:59 am #
Linda Talbott says:It’s gorgeous … not to much green at all. The lighter green in the Jade chips adds interest as does the slightly darker green and sheen of the pearls. The focal bead is incredible. I think this is a keeper. Into my faves!