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on “Prince Moai”:“These pieces are just stunning!!!!! Love looking at the lovely projects beaders have done..it is…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“You could always start learning etching! I find that 16g through 20g copper makes some of…” read »
on “Violet Tendril Earrings”:“Wonderful use of the sari silk ribbons! Love the earrings! I'm so glad lucite is not…” read »
on “Lovely Impression”:“KO thread is used without a needle because of the stiffness of it. At Lima beads…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Thanks Lynda and Kate!
I'll take a closer look at Swellegant.
Lynda, thank you for the…” read » 
on “Prince Moai”:“Great looking pieces Jimmy is wearing. The nuggets are gorgeous.
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- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Thank you all. Let me share with you, brass is the hardest metal I have worked…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Beautiful! Fabulous pendant...makes for a beautiful necklace.…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Dream is the perfect word to use for this set. Oh my gosh!!!!!…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Much fabulocity here. I'm a huuuuuge Aqua nugget fan. They look great with Quartz.It has such…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
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- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“I read your tute and found it very easy to follow! And must agree with Kate and…” read »
on “Mystic Mystery”:“Love that color! Great design, too.
…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“YUM! Can I have mine with shortbread? This is such a gorgeous technique, Julia,…” read »
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“No earrings for Prince Jimmy! I 'm wearing the earrings! LOL Thank you very much! These…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Blue with brass. What more could anyone want? Great design.
…” read » - on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“My kind of color! Love the design, too! Isn't it great to have a stash when…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Mmmmmm, yummy color! Love it!
…” read » - on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Kate is right, It definitely has that "industrial chic" look. Great color, excellent design! …” read »
- on “Butterfly Dance”:
“Thanks so much everyone. When I designed this I was thinking that the butterflies were skipping…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Great Pendant! Love it! If you aren't sure about the design, put it away for a…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“Instant summer! Love 'em!
…” read » - on “Butterfly Dance”:
“You should be pleased. You have made a unique and lovely design.
…” read » - on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Glorious color and a great design!
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- on “Lots of Copper”:
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- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
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Sea Shells
About this design:
These were created using real sea shells, Both have cubic zirconias.. The last photo is a wire wrapped Abalone in sterling silver.
Components:
PMC silver, cz'z = wire wrapped AbaloneAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 11:55 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:Spectacular I love all of them!!!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 11:58 am #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:Love all three! Just awesome!!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 12:13 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:I love them all too … your PMC work is incredible. SLS
On Jun 02, 2010 at 12:27 pm #
Lee D says:More great work! Love these too!!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 12:30 pm #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Love every singel one of them and i am really liking your sea life collection it’s fabulous Lynn!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 1:02 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:they are beautiful Lynn! Got your starfish pendant today, it looks great! Thanks
On Jun 02, 2010 at 1:40 pm #
sunny chick says:These are fabulous! Love each one!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 2:31 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Wonderful work, love them all!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 2:48 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Wow, /lynn, you keep on amazing me~ these are gorgeous
On Jun 02, 2010 at 3:03 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Love the wire work on the bottom one. This looks like mother of pearl. Is it PMC with a finish on it? It is wonderful. You certainly are getting right along with these techniques. Well done.
On Jun 02, 2010 at 5:18 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Lynn these a FABULOUS!
On Jun 02, 2010 at 6:23 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Soo awesome and great these are woowsa
On Jun 02, 2010 at 10:34 pm #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Amazing work !!! You are getting better and better all the time… truly amazing !!!!!!