The Design Gallery
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Chatter
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 »
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 »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Thanks a bunch for the lovely comments, it just inspires me more.
…” read » - on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Thank you Mary and Cindy, very much
…” read » 
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Love this one…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Thank You, Nancy!:)…” read »
on “Wine Party”:“I just found this...2013? What a great idea.…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Love, love, love this!!! So creative!…” read »
on “Beachey Bling”:“What a fantastic earthy look. Beach glass should be considered a gemstone. It's so mysterious to…” read »
- on “Tranquility”:
“Kyanite and Pearls are fantastic together,and I LOVE the splash of rock crystal. This piece really…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Just gorgeous. Those stones really belong together,and are just perfect!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“You are simply genius at this style!
…” read »- on “Crazy Little Things”:
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Thanks everyone. The flat wire is aluminum, so it is very soft. Curling it…” read » 
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Like a cool, berry slushy on a hot day!
Wouldn't this look yummy with a…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Thank you, Becky, Deb,N Taylor and Wanda!
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At the helm
About this design:
This was my first attempt at an actual chain maille pattern. I was told by the girls at my LBS that it was easy. It took me 3 hours and my poor old eyes were going crossed by the time I was finished.
Components:
silver plated jump rings silver toggleAdditional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Mar 24, 2010 at 9:11 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:Oh but look at the result! I haven’t been brave enough to try this yet. Maybe someday – my eyes are already bad so maybe they will improve!
On Mar 24, 2010 at 9:18 pm #
Jade aka Caryn says:great job. I also want to try but I haven’t had the guts.
On Mar 24, 2010 at 10:07 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:Oh, green with envy! You did a great job! Congratulations on completion!
On Mar 24, 2010 at 10:19 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Great design!!!!
On Mar 25, 2010 at 12:18 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Cross eyed or no. I like this. Super!
On Mar 25, 2010 at 12:40 am #
Dora H says:great job…great bracelet…
On Mar 25, 2010 at 12:43 am #
grama rose aka stormy says:You did wonderful i give you high praises for doing this I have problems closing one jump ring!!!
On Mar 25, 2010 at 7:02 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:It’s beautiful, I made one once from a magazine with cystals and it took forever, but like yours it was worth the time!
On Mar 25, 2010 at 8:03 am #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Good Girl, this is fabulous! Certainly, you make it look easy! I am not brave enough to try this at all. Great Job!
On Mar 25, 2010 at 1:44 pm #
Linda Talbott says:I would never know this is a first attempt. It is lovely.
On Mar 26, 2010 at 10:13 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:Thanks so much. I’m going to try and take another class this Saturday to learn another technique. We shall see!!
On May 01, 2010 at 12:29 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:So beautiful, Karen! I would love to learn chain maille.