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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
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)))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 »
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“Darling piece
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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 »
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“I am such a fan of copper, and this design is fabulous! Just love the…” read »
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on “Fancy Circutry”:“There is a lot going on in this pendant and it's all good fun! Love it!…” read »
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“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 »
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“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”:
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…” read » - on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
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on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Love, love, love this!!! So creative!…” read »
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“Kyanite and Pearls are fantastic together,and I LOVE the splash of rock crystal. This piece really…” read »
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“Just gorgeous. Those stones really belong together,and are just perfect!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“You are simply genius at this style!
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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!”:
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Uhmmm? I don't know...
About this design:
Trying to figure out what to do with this wonderful mother of pearl leaf. The main pic is clear, and the second pic shows the color. I kind of like this, but I don't know...
Components:
Mother of Pearl leaf, Swarovski crystals, FW pearls, silver plated chain.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On May 19, 2010 at 9:44 am #
grama rose aka stormy says:I know I love it!!! it is beautiful!
On May 19, 2010 at 9:47 am #
Arja A says:It’s a beauty!
On May 19, 2010 at 9:51 am #
Orchid Betty says:Simple and beautiful, love it!
On May 19, 2010 at 10:04 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:I love it, the colors are so pretty!!
On May 19, 2010 at 10:17 am #
MermaidSoulGirlTracey says:OH! I am so in love with this!! Beautiful!!
On May 19, 2010 at 10:39 am #
sunny chick says:This is fabulous!
On May 19, 2010 at 10:50 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:SOOOOOOOOO pretty and delicate! I love this design! Simple, not over done and very natural.
On May 19, 2010 at 10:56 am #
Chickie Nonnie T says:Thank you all, I appreciate the kind words. I’ve attached a pic of the rest of the necklace. Do you think I need to use larger pearls on the chain? Or maybe add something else?
On May 19, 2010 at 10:59 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:I really like it, was is not to like?!
On May 19, 2010 at 11:01 am #
jewel in NP says:Its beautiful as it is I LOVE the Pendant
On May 19, 2010 at 11:33 am #
Valley Girl says:A very beautiful design…
On May 19, 2010 at 12:09 pm #
Chicky Suz aka Susan Z says:This is beautiful, Nonnie, just as it is.
On May 19, 2010 at 12:32 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Don’t change it!! I love it!
Very creative Nonnie!!
On May 19, 2010 at 12:35 pm #
Jade aka Caryn says:Don’t change it!! Love it
On May 19, 2010 at 12:56 pm #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:I love this it’s perfect as is, the leaf is to pretty to hide it! This is a fav!
On May 19, 2010 at 12:56 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:I like it as it is. Sometimes less is more. I think this one just lets you see the importance of the pendant and the pearls. Very pretty.
On May 19, 2010 at 1:49 pm #
Boston Lady says:This necklace is out of sight! This is definitely a looker! Awesome work!
On May 19, 2010 at 1:58 pm #
shimmer chick says:love it!
On May 20, 2010 at 1:41 am #
Joyce M says:This is a stunning design as is! Love it!!! Gorgeous!!!
On May 20, 2010 at 2:33 am #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:This is perfect just as it is, very classy! Fave!
On May 20, 2010 at 10:06 am #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:Hey, my comment from yesterday didn’t show up! Well anyway, I said that I think it’s PERFECT. It’s gorgeous and I wouldn’t change a thing.
On May 20, 2010 at 7:48 pm #
Chickie Nonnie T says:Wow, you guys, you’re gonna make my head swell! Thank you for all the support!
On May 22, 2010 at 10:57 am #
Jewelrybyirina says:So perfect!!!
On Jul 21, 2010 at 10:47 pm #
Classy Chick JbyJill says:Nonnie, I love it!! I love how the pearls lay so elegantly in the leaf.
On Oct 29, 2010 at 12:52 am #
MoonBell says:I LOVE the MOP leaf, that was brilliant, loved the dangles, loved you how attached it to the chain, loved how you put the pearls along the chain… love, love, love it! It’s a fave, and now I’m inspired to use my carved MOP leaves I’ve been hoarding.
On Feb 08, 2013 at 12:11 am #
Granny Chick aka Nancy says:Lovely just as is, really!