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Manly Man
About this design:
I made this necklace for my nephew. He visited my website and asked me to create a manly necklace! So here it is!!! It's a simple design. Looks good on my hubby I must say! LOL
Components:
Russian Serpentine graduated heishi beads, Hematite Arrow Pendant, Hematite barrels & rondells,SS magnetic clasp, SS 20ga wireAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On May 09, 2010 at 2:43 pm #
sunny chick says:Your nephew is going to love this! Fabulous manly necklace.
On May 09, 2010 at 2:49 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Great design, Linda!
Haven’t delved into masculine pieces yet. Your nephew should be very happy with this!
On May 09, 2010 at 6:41 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:This is great Linda, but your nephew gets more sales when everyone sees this on him. Love the hematite arrow. Favorite – my first man piece into the faves.
On May 09, 2010 at 6:52 pm #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:Bet he goes nuts over this…awesome!
On May 10, 2010 at 8:18 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Very cool necklace, your nephew will really like this! I make these for my son and nephews and they wear them all the time!
On May 10, 2010 at 9:28 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Thanks for the encouragement everyone! This is my first Men’s design. It took my a while to come up with a removable bail to fit these beads, but in the end it all came together and I’m pleased with the necklace. I just hope Jeff likes it!
On May 10, 2010 at 5:59 pm #
Leigh D says:Fantastic – very attractive and very masculine!