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- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Thank you all for the lovely comments.
…” read »
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Omigosh Wanda.... I do not have the words to adequately express just how awesome this peace…” read »
on “Violets”:“Maybe this will work. http://fusionbeadsblog.com/2013/05/02/announcing-all-new-swarovski-elements-crystal-color-blends/…” read »
- on “Amazon Blues”:
“Very pretty and organic look here. I like the light/dark pattern,and the little splash of bright…” read »
- on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“Just beautiful. What a great mix of materials. those chunky Carnelian are nice and juicy.
…” read » - on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Yes..I agree with Granny. Professional is the perfect word. It has such nice balance.So many different…” read »
on “Ocean Fantasy”:“Your bracelet is just so absolutely awesome. I would love to learn how to do…” read »
on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“Beadinggma, Start with a nice chain. Each link in this is 6mmx5mm. Wire wrap three to…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“I am speechless. How lovely in every respect.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“You've done an exquisite job on this - like already said, the colors, the bead mix,…” read »
- on “Leftovers”:
“This is gorgeous. Sometimes using leftovers can give you the best pieces!…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love this combination. Very nice looking piece.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Y'know, I went looking for that Swarovski color combo and couldn't find it. Anyone have a…” read »
- on “Ocean Fantasy”:
“Thanks for adding that pic. I love the pink and green sea glass. What an awesome…” read »
- on “Violets”:
“Just exquisite. I agree with Rootware about the color combo. I've also seen the new Swarovski…” read »
- on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“All I can say is wow!! That is a lot of work. It's just stunning!…” read »
on “Ocean Fantasy”:“Hi Deb I have just added the other side…” read »
on “Dragonfly for Kathy”:“I'm brand new to this sight and this is the first "eye candy" that really caught…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love that pendant! Great design altogether.…” read »
- on “Leftovers”:
“Gorgeous design! Love the gold with the deep rich colors.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Love this, colors, beads, focal overall design is fabulous!!! Well done!…” read »
- on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“I love this...I would like to make one as I love the style, but don't know…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“This is beautiful! I love that tree pendant, but never knew how to incorporate other…” read »
on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“This is lovely...so elegant!…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is stunning! I love it, and hope you win the competition!…” read »
on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“My fingers hurt imagining all those wrapped loops... but it looks GREAT!…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“This is a marvelous use of that tree!…” read »
- on “Plum Orchard”:
“Yes I entered into the Vintaj Plum Orchard competition. There were many really beautiful entries!…” read »
Lets Smash the Wire
About this design:
Strarted playin whit the wires. Not perfectly satisfied whit the plated brozed wire, the plating is really delicate, so wwhat I did was smashing it whit the hammer, hehe, making it more scratched looking ;)
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Add your thoughts!
On Jun 30, 2010 at 9:05 am #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Oh, smashing wire can be very theraputic
will this be a pendant maybe?
On Jun 30, 2010 at 9:19 am #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:This is fantastic!
On Jun 30, 2010 at 9:34 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Thank you dear Lorrie and Tara!!
Lorrie dear, this is a ring aswell
Maybe I should do some pins and other stuff aswell 
On Jun 30, 2010 at 9:51 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:You are on a roll. Love the mix metals and this design is great.
On Jun 30, 2010 at 10:25 am #
Lynn g says:Great job!! I like what Lorrie said!! HEHE I feel like that sometimes..
On Jun 30, 2010 at 11:59 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:What a cool ring Frida, love it!!
On Jun 30, 2010 at 12:18 pm #
Linda Talbott says:Gorgeous. Love the wire wrapping design and the copper and silver together.
On Jun 30, 2010 at 2:36 pm #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:This is just smashing Frida, Ha ha! Frida I love it and the mix of metal are fab!!
On Jun 30, 2010 at 7:10 pm #
sunny chick says:Love the name and love the ring!
On Jul 01, 2010 at 4:52 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Thak you my friends
On Jul 02, 2010 at 10:13 am #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Very, very COOL!
On Jul 02, 2010 at 10:43 am #
LAshe says:you are lordess of the rings, Frida!
On Jul 02, 2010 at 11:07 am #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Thank you dear Debra and LAshe!
LAshe I’m glad to have a face on you! Like your new pic