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- 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.
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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 »
on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“This is lovely...so elegant!…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is stunning! I love it, and hope you win the competition!…” read »
on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“My fingers hurt imagining all those wrapped loops... but it looks GREAT!…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is a marvelous use of that tree!…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“Yes I entered into the Vintaj Plum Orchard competition. There were many really beautiful entries!…” read »
For Melissa
About this design:
I had a customer named Melissa asked me to rework a strand of plain glass bright teal beads. They were her mothers, she thought they needed a little something added. No problem. She is a tall, red-headed woman, so I started with copper. . .and ran with it!
Components:
I added Smoky quartz, Shell, Kyanite, African Opal, Red Aventurine, Dalmatian and Fieldspath Jasper as well as wood and Swarovski crystals.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Jul 04, 2009 at 6:32 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:You sure added just the right “little something” to those plain beads for Melissa! Great job!
Now she has something to remember of her mom’s with an added twist! Love the focal piece you added, too.
On Jul 04, 2009 at 6:32 pm #
Leslie W Mtn Chick says:Very nice! I like the way you used the silver seed beads in the stringing and on the bail.
On Jul 04, 2009 at 7:37 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:A very nice necklace! You did a great job on this!
On Jul 04, 2009 at 10:50 pm #
CAS says:Scrumptious necklace! I love how you mixed Melissa’s vintage beads with a diverse but ultimately VERY pleasing bunch of beads.
On Jul 05, 2009 at 12:23 am #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:really beautiful color palette. Very inspiring!
On Jul 05, 2009 at 5:16 pm #
seashellsally says:CAS said it! Scrumptious colors and stones. The 3 strands of these on a tall red head… WOW! How did you finish this? Just curious.
If you run into any additinal teal beads let me know, I am looking for teal or indicolite like colors, natural if possible.
Thank you!
On Jul 05, 2009 at 8:48 pm #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:This is a beautiful necklace! I love the pendant!
On Jul 06, 2009 at 1:40 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:I love what you did with this!
Love the earthy, chunky nuggets, it has a woodsy feel.
What is the big pendant bead made of?
On Jul 06, 2009 at 1:59 pm #
Valentine Chick says:This piece is beautiful!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 2:32 pm #
Bead Buzz Chick says:I finished this piece with a sterling silver 3 strand tube clasp. The large pendant is a Swarovski crystal 40mm cosmic shaped pendant in copper.
On May 25, 2010 at 3:30 pm #
Evelyn W says:Lucky Melissa! this is really beautiful. and how rewarding for you to get to make something so meaningful for someone. this might become an heirloom if she has a daughter (grand daughter). how cool for you and especially her.