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on “Vintage Copper Rose”:“No matter what you call it, I like it.…” read »
on “Night Owl”:“That is so adorable, I love it!…” read »
on “Night Owl”:“That owl is adorable! The whole piece looks mysterious and midnight-y,just right for your focal. Good…” read »
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“I love charm bracelets, and you have a really nice mix of elements. Cool ring, too!…” read »
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on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:“Thanks, Nancy!
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“I like the necklace either way. But I especially love the smiling pup! That's adorable.…” read »
- on “Dragonfly's Garden”:
“I too like the pendant but I like the whole necklace - very pretty - and…” read »
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“Very pretty! Love your patina work.…” read »
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“Love the design and different textures in this. Very pretty!…” read »
- on “Wrist Corsage”:
“Very pretty bracelet! Now is that petal beads or one whole flower bead?…” read »
on “Wrist Corsage”:“This is a very pretty bracelet…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“Deb here's a picture so you don't have to tilt your head, fuzzy though it is…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“LOL I have the greenish one too! Nice pendant for a good price.
Love what you…” read »
on “Dragonfly's Garden”:“I almost ordered the greenish one. Do you like the color? I actually love the necklace.…” read »
- on “Vintage Copper Rose”:
“Elegant design, lovely colors!!!…” read »
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“TY I do too, I got another in a greenish yellow.…” read »
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- on “Rusty charms bracelet and ring”:
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- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
“Becky! How are you? I totally get the idea...but I already redid. I like the new version…” read »
on “Wrist Corsage”:“The metal came from Michaels. I cut it in half and curved it. Heated it…” read »
on “Wrist Corsage”:“Fabulous as usual!!
!!…” read »- on “Tiedye Butterfly Redo”:
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It takes a special kind of…” read »
sponge coral
About this design:
I saw a design at my LBS using the sponge coral, so I bought a few of the smaller rounds and the larger focal, and this is what I made with mine.
Components:
sponge coral, s/p chainAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 19, 2010 at 6:47 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:I love this … it is sooo summery and fresh! Sponge coral is so hot right now. Thanks for sharing.
My sponge coral necklace with Hill Tribe and leather just sold this weekend! SLS
On Apr 19, 2010 at 6:55 pm #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:Fave! This ROCKS!
On Apr 19, 2010 at 8:44 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Thanks, Shannon and Ravin!!
On Apr 19, 2010 at 8:44 pm #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Very pretty design… I love sponge coral !!!!!
Shannon, congrats on your sale…. did you have a show?
On Apr 19, 2010 at 8:54 pm #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Really nice….very spring-like and fresh!!!
On Apr 19, 2010 at 9:11 pm #
sunny chick says:This is lovely! Love the sponge coral with the chain. Perfect for summer!
On Apr 19, 2010 at 9:54 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Fantastic. Love the color.
On Apr 19, 2010 at 10:37 pm #
Joyce M says:Love the orange! So bright and summery!
On Apr 20, 2010 at 6:19 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Karen this beautiful! I have some sponge coral barrels and your piece is inspiring me to use them! Wonderful Necklace!!!!
On Apr 20, 2010 at 8:44 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Fabulous love this one !!!!
On Apr 20, 2010 at 9:53 am #
Orchid Betty says:Wow…. chain with the corals absolutely wonderful! Love it!
On Apr 20, 2010 at 12:45 pm #
Arja A says:Beautiful design.
On Apr 20, 2010 at 9:57 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Thank you ladies for the lovely comments, and the wonderful support, you are all the best!!!!
On Apr 21, 2010 at 6:45 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Faaaave I sooo love it!! Love red, the design is fun, bold n beautiful!
On May 01, 2010 at 12:24 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Karen, I love your chain & coral design! Very fresh-looking!