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Aspects Of Mars
About this design:
Is there life on Mars?
Components:
Red River Jasper, Brazilian Black Stone, Red Jasper, Black Onyx, Grey Agate, Gunmetal beads & ClaspAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 4:44 pm #
Steve says:CAS: YES!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 5:31 pm #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:Such creativity, Cas!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 5:43 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:VERY COOL!!!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 6:00 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Amazing design CAS! You have a creative eye my friend! (WHERE do you find your stones?!)
And look! You got a thumbs up from the Lima Bead Guy and Steve!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 6:29 pm #
RubberT aka Plucky Chick says:BEAUTIFUL!!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 7:05 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:Spectacular!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 7:15 pm #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Wow!!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 7:33 pm #
Shannon aka Silly Chick says:If there is life on Mars, surely they’d love this piece – I know I do! Those Red Jasper rice beads are soooo pretty!!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 7:50 pm #
Julie v says:Absolutely awesome piece!
On Jul 08, 2009 at 8:56 pm #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:Oh, my!!!!! Did I tell you red is my favorite color, and I love it with black? This is just beautiful, Christine! Where did you find the Red River Stone (is that the one with the black striations?) Gorgeous!
On Jul 09, 2009 at 2:13 am #
Desiree J says:CAS this is great. I love the way the stones match up. I don’t usually like read and black, but this is stunning, a new take on an old favorite.
On Jul 09, 2009 at 2:20 am #
Bonnie R says:Cool CAS. Where are you finding these three set stones. This is the second I’ve seen of yours with the center stones being a set of 3 stones. I especially like how the bead caps make the black beads look engraved.
On Jul 09, 2009 at 2:25 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Christine, this is fab! you’ve got us all wondering where you find those stone sets – you showcase them all so well! You’ve got a real talent, girl!
On Jul 09, 2009 at 2:39 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Christine, another masterpiece! WOW This is just gorgeous! Love the 3 stones in front — amazingly beautiful! You have done a wonderful job with this!
On Jul 09, 2009 at 8:27 am #
Atomic Toad says:Very cool! Do you cut the stones yourself?
On Jul 09, 2009 at 9:17 am #
Leslie W Mtn Chick says:Another wow vote! This stone set is awesome!
On Jul 09, 2009 at 9:45 am #
CAS says:No, Atomic Toad, I bought them that way. I wish I could cut something so lovely. Thank you everyone for your very kind compliments. You all are such an ego boost!
On Jul 09, 2009 at 9:54 am #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:CAS, this is SO cool! I love it!!
On Jul 09, 2009 at 3:49 pm #
Beadlady5 says:What a dramatic looking set. The red river jasper is just so attractive with the red jasper and black stones–kudos to you on your design.
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ta,ta margo
On Jul 09, 2009 at 4:54 pm #
Little Round Chick says:What a stunning piece!
On Jul 17, 2009 at 2:10 pm #
Suleika Alejandra says:Amazing and stunning! Works beautifully on so many levels!
On Jul 17, 2009 at 2:16 pm #
POF Chick Nina says:I really like this piece. A very different way to use the beads and stones. You are very creative.
On Nov 15, 2009 at 8:16 pm #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:FABULICIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!