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on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Gorgeous!!!…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Gorgeous set - love it.…” read »
on “Banded Together”:“Very funky and cool!…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Your patina work is so cool - you are very talented! I love the turquoise beads…” read »
on “carry that weight”:“Hi! Do you have some for sale? Thanks!…” read »
- on “Lovely Impression”:
“Thanks for the useful info Lisa. What is KO thread and how do you work…” read »
on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Now I see it, both are nice. I like your most recent design also. …” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Great job, I admire all the hard work it took.…” read »
on “A Little Vintage”:“Beautifully done.…” read »
on “Night Owl”:“Thanks Becky. No it came out as is the first time.…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“Love the look of this.The fringe of the sari is pretty, then the shine with the…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“Susie I got both kinds...the uncarded and the regular. One is mostly one color & looks…” read »
on “Fancy Circutry”:“I think it's clever and cool. Good job!…” read »
- on “Ode to a Rose”:
“Looks bright and happy to me. Love the colors!…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“You've really shown the beauty of the stones. Good one!…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“I love the way you have the pendant accented. Very very nice.…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Beautiful. The middle looks like little berries.…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Nice!…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“So pretty, Deb! I have some of the sari silk yarn(mine's not as pretty as yours!),…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Thanks guys! I had a few days off last week, and I spent them cuddling with…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Love it!…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Lovely!…” read »
- on “A Little Vintage”:
“Very cool!!!…” read »
- on “Ode to a Rose”:
“This is really sweet.…” read »
on “My MacGyver Heart”:“I love it!!The teal wire is a great touch!…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“No coiled wire here. Just wrapped it around the yarn in various places.…” read »
- on “My MacGyver Heart”:
“Is that one more of your coiled wire bead creations on there, too?
Love it…” read » - on “Ode to a Rose”:
“This is darling!…” read »
- on “Beachey Bling”:
“Perfect! Not too little, not too much!…” read »
- on “Blue beauty”:
“Definitely rock-your-socks blue!
…” read » - on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:
“Lovely necklace! I think it looks perfect! and you are a sweetie to take in fosters!…” read »
- on “Night Owl”:
“Absolutely adorable! There is nothing I would ever touch on this design!! Did you rearrange it…” read »
- on “Crazy Little Things”:
“These are so frickin' cool!!!! I really really like the flat wire you wrapped into the…” read »
- on “Banded Together”:
“All just groovy, baby! These put me back into flower child mode!
…” read » - on “Simply Crystal”:
“Lovely and elegant! You can wear it with anything!…” read »
- on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:
“Wanda, your comment had me in stitches!!! (they cost HOW muuch, dear? ) OMG I…” read »
- on “Tranquility”:
“Great job! I love the kyanite and I can totally see why those pearls are your…” read »
- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Love this, Susie!! I do think after seeing the redo that I like the turquoise better…” read »
- on “Fancy Circutry”:
“I love it, Cindy! I agree with Kate!
…” read » - on “Dragonfly's Garden”:
“Love this!! Between you and Deb and like she said, Asia, I have enough inspiration to…” read »
take me to the river -- winner, thanks to you!!!!
About this design:
Just wanted to thank all the wonderful Lima Bead artists who voted for my piece "take me to the river" and helped me win both "best traditional" AND the Grand Prize in abeadstore's design context. You're the best! xoxo
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 12:48 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Susan, you are very welcome for my votes, but — to be honest — I would have voted for your pieces even if I didn’t know you through here! They were absolutely the BEST!!! Congrats on winning in both categories, Susan!!!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 1:28 am #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:I agree, beautiful work, Susan! Congratulations on your win! Woo Hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 2:28 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:I did vote for you too so I am happy you did so well! Congratulations
I so love this necklace…
On Feb 27, 2010 at 2:40 am #
Dragons Chicky says:Congratulations!!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 3:10 am #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:YAAAAAY!!! You won!! Woot!! ::happy dances:: I voted! Such a beautiful necklace, all of the pieces you entered were just gorgeous. Congrats! You deserved it!!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 4:19 am #
Little Round Chick says:Hey, Susan, it’s great to know You won! Congratulations!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 5:33 am #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Congrats, Susan!! I’m soo happy for you!! And this is a gorgeous piece that shows the beauty of the stones in a great way!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 7:10 am #
Lee D says:Congratulations, Susan! This is a beautiful necklace and it deserved to win.
On Feb 27, 2010 at 7:27 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Congrations!!!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 8:06 am #
Linda Talbott says:This design is beautiful and harmonious as is all your work. Congrats on winning the contest.
On Feb 27, 2010 at 8:25 am #
Dora H says:Susan, congradulations on taking 2 catagories…I also voted…this is an unbelievabe creation !!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 8:25 am #
D D Mystic Chick says:congrats!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 8:36 am #
KittyMom Linda says:YEA!!!!!! Congrats. You got my votes, but I think you would have done it even without our votes. The focal is beautiful. Not easy to find such a nice specimen of Lab. Congtats again!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 8:48 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Congrats! this is stunning love it!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 8:50 am #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:WHOOOOOOOOOOOOO HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! Very much deserved win! Beautiful!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 8:52 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Congratulations Sue!!
What a beauty!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 9:35 am #
Cj w aka Slacker Chick says:Congrats Susan. Voted for you and love your designs. Enjoy your prizes and show what you make soon.
On Feb 27, 2010 at 9:56 am #
Jade aka Caryn says:very nice.
On Feb 27, 2010 at 10:05 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Iam so glad! Congrats! It’s a wonderful, beautiful necklace!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 10:25 am #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Wow, CONGRATS on your win! SLS
On Feb 27, 2010 at 10:58 am #
The Dud says:Susan, congratulations, your necklace is stunning and definitely a Grand Prize winner in all of our hearts too!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 11:31 am #
LeighAnn F says:Congratulations! I also voted for all your beautiful creations. I especially love this piece. A well deserved win! Enjoy the feel of victory!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 1:49 pm #
Judith Ann Boyer says:Was there ever any question!!:)You are simply the best! XXO
On Feb 27, 2010 at 3:55 pm #
Pam says:Gorgeous!!!!
On Feb 27, 2010 at 5:18 pm #
doktordesigns says:Thanks everyone — your kindness means more than winning ever could. xoxo
On Feb 27, 2010 at 5:19 pm #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Whooo-hoooo! I voted and I’m so glad you won! A beautiful piece!!
On Feb 28, 2010 at 12:33 am #
Wolfkazzy WolfChick says:Congrats on your win
that’s a gorgeous piece, I adore labradorite 
On Feb 28, 2010 at 8:54 pm #
Chickie Nonnie T says:Congratulations, I was so glad to see that you won! I absolutely love your labradorite “take me to the river”. It’s a pleasure to look at!
On Mar 05, 2010 at 8:43 pm #
D Burrell says:You deserve to be the winner!! Gorgeous piece.