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on “Connected to the Trees”:“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
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- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Oh my...I want them.…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Thank you!.. Yes Ann the ring is worked in a spiral.…” read »
- on “Rock and Roll Earrings”:
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on “Bluebells”:“Gorgeous earrings; gorgeous flowers! Thanks for sharing both.…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Very pretty!…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda the ring is cute, did you a spiral worked in to your ring?…” read »
on “Garden Droplets”:“Love it....You always inspire me, Ali !…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda you are such a skilled artist. Love those bracelets....Teal is such a happy color.…” read »
- on “a taste of honey”:
“Gorgeous Doktor! My kind of colors.…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Ooops! I meant, Thank you all!…” read »
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- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“The copper, the stones--love it all. Lovely, dramatic design.…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Great set. Jimmy's a lucky moai.…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Love it! Exquisite beads.…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“These pieces are just stunning!!!!! Love looking at the lovely projects beaders have done..it is…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“You could always start learning etching! I find that 16g through 20g copper makes some of…” read »
on “Violet Tendril Earrings”:“Wonderful use of the sari silk ribbons! Love the earrings! I'm so glad lucite is not…” read »
on “Lovely Impression”:“KO thread is used without a needle because of the stiffness of it. At Lima beads…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Thanks Lynda and Kate!
I'll take a closer look at Swellegant.
Lynda, thank you for the…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“Great looking pieces Jimmy is wearing. The nuggets are gorgeous.
…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“I have a huge crush on Jimmy too and he loves wearing all the blink. LOL…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
on “Simply Crystal”:“Wow! Simply gorgeous!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Wow! Blown away. Thanks for all the pics. Wow!…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Great earrings. Can't wait to see what you do with the 16g.…” read »
- on “Butterfly Dance”:
“Wanda, I really like this. Love the Butterfly theme and admire all the hard work…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
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not my usual colors
About this design:
the colors of this necklace went way out of my usual comfort zone- I usually like softer shades and/or analogous combinations, but sometimes you need to stretch a bit
Components:
Lapis, Carnelian, Amethyst, and some Mango pearls for punch!Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Mar 20, 2010 at 10:20 pm #
Goldie H says:Very pretty! When I first saw this, I immediately thought of Ancient Egyptian jewelry.
On Mar 20, 2010 at 10:23 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Yes! Goldie is right! It does have an Egyptian flare! This would be out of my comfort zone too but It really works! I like it!
On Mar 20, 2010 at 10:54 pm #
Chickie Nonnie T says:I love the colors you used. Good Job!
On Mar 20, 2010 at 11:23 pm #
grama rose aka stormy says:very pretty those mango pearls look like gold at first glance!!! It’s good to get out of our comfort zones it’s amazing what we come up with….
On Mar 21, 2010 at 7:07 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Pretty, love the color combo!
On Mar 21, 2010 at 8:46 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:I had to reread the description – I agree with Stormy Chick I thought the mango pearls were gold at first.
Isn’t it fun to go outside of your comfort zone?
Beautiful deign.
On Mar 21, 2010 at 9:29 am #
Helen G aka tea chick says:Thanks ladies! The mango pearls are a lovely golden orange (a bit like 24K gold vermeil, but way cheaper!). I was going for a bit of an Egyptian feel- I spent many hours as a teenager wandering around the Egyptian wing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (NYC). I love living in the West, but I do miss the great museums of NY.
On Mar 21, 2010 at 9:29 am #
KittyMom Linda says:Yes, yes, the first thing I thought of way Egyptian design. Gorgeous – very rich. And, darn, those sure look like gold beads.
On Mar 21, 2010 at 10:20 am #
Valley Girl says:I like this very much! A great color combination
On Mar 21, 2010 at 11:27 am #
Shawn l says:i love these colors-rich and inviting. another going to my favorites
On Mar 21, 2010 at 11:40 am #
Marian C says:I really like this!! The mango pearls really make it glow!
On Mar 21, 2010 at 3:54 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:I think you should keep on streching! I like it, it is beautiful!
On Mar 24, 2010 at 9:08 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:This is a terriffic color combination!