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on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You can't beat black with silver and pearls! Great designs!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“love how you're exploring so many beautiful variations with this technique, Julia....they all end up in…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This a stunning piece, the heart pendant,WOW!!…” read »
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“Gorgeous!!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
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“What a nice, clean design. Both are winners. I have been working on jewelry…” read »
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“very pretty !…” read »
on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
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“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
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“Love them all!!…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
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“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
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- on “A Green Cuff”:
“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
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- on “Bluebells”:
“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
- on “Connected to the Trees”:
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- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
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- on “Grampa's old tree”:
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Growth
About this design:
The name "Growth" comes from the process of moving beyond ones' expectations and sometimes self imposed limitations. This piece is a new direction for me.
Components:
Green Line Quartz, Poppy Jasper, Red Silver Leaf, Riverstone, antique brass corrugated saucers and chainRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 9:03 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Debbi, this is just beautiful!!!
Whatever type of growth you’re having, I hope you’re enjoying it! The antique brass is beautiful with all the gemstones you selected! 
Believe me, the biggest barriers in MY life are erected by me, myself, and I.
On Jul 20, 2009 at 9:05 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Debbi, this is absoluting stunning!
Is Christine rubbing off on you? Just a little?!
What I love is that even though it is definitely an “in your face” piece, it really is still true to your personal design style.
On Jul 20, 2009 at 9:52 am #
CAS says:I still LOVE it Debbi!!!!!! Hugs Chicky!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 10:08 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Christine – next time YOU take the ferry and help ME out with adding chain. LOL
On Jul 20, 2009 at 10:23 am #
CAS says:Happy to Jeanne!
lol
On Jul 20, 2009 at 11:14 am #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:This is a very beautiful “growth” spurt!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 11:24 am #
Julie v says:Debbi, Lovely piece. I’d say you are growing in the right direction.
On Jul 20, 2009 at 12:06 pm #
Luv2bead - Little Chick says:I absolutely love this!!!! Great job!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 12:34 pm #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:This is a wonderful necklace, Debbi!! I love it!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 12:35 pm #
Becca W says:Love the colors in this!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 12:53 pm #
Classy Chick JbyJill says:I absolutely love this necklace!! I really like using chain!!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 1:22 pm #
Crystal Chick Miss Alex says:And you used 3 strings… representing
Three: The spiritual meaning of number Three deals with magic, intuition, fecundity, and advantage. The number Three invokes expression, versatility, and pure joy of creativity. Three is also a time identifier as it represents Past, Present and Future. Consecutive Threes in your life may symbolize the need to express yourself creatively, or consider your present directional path in relation to past events and future goals. Three may also represent promising new adventures, and assurance of cooperation from others whom you may require help. Three typically symbolizes reward and success in most undertakings.
On Jul 20, 2009 at 1:29 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Crystal Chick, that is fascinating! I hope Debbi hurries back to read this — she may not have even been aware that her subconscious led her to design her necklace this way.
On Jul 20, 2009 at 2:12 pm #
Cthings says:I like how you applied the layer effect and then the single strand!! Really eye appealing!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 2:12 pm #
Cthings says:Sorry single chain! I love chains!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 2:23 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:very cool, Sparkle Chick!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 2:25 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:and cool info about the meanings of 3, Crystal Chick! (always wondered why 3 was such a draw to me)
On Jul 20, 2009 at 2:30 pm #
Jane MS says:Fabulous!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 3:09 pm #
Deborah says:It’s beautiful. I love it.
On Jul 20, 2009 at 3:31 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:Thank you all for your kind words and comments, they are truly appreciated. It’s nice to have this kind of feedback to keep me moving forward in different directions and hopefully, growing in creativity as a designer.
Crystal Chick, the information you posted is not only fascinating but quite appropriate for where I am right now in my life’s journey. It just so happens my favorite number has always been the number 3! Thank you for taking the time to write that for me.
Thanks again!
On Jul 20, 2009 at 9:35 pm #
Leigh D says:This is gorgeous – my eyes went straight to your design. I love the antiqued brass.
On Jul 20, 2009 at 10:37 pm #
Dangles Designs says:Lots of work went into this piece. What a beautiful design.
On Jul 21, 2009 at 2:28 am #
Little Round Chick says:Terrific design and the colors were made for each other. Definite “WOW” factor!
On Jul 22, 2009 at 7:01 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:Thank you!
On Jan 09, 2010 at 10:15 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:This is a lovely piece and I do not know your style as of yet. In designing odd numbers are a far more appealing design to the eye rather than even numbers. Same goes with something with shape rather than a straight line. A straight line is not boring if various size is added to the straight line. It is a visual candy to the eye. I am loving the beads and colors added to the necklace it is an earthy appeal. Love it.
On Jan 19, 2010 at 12:51 pm #
Kathryn Lobert says:This is rich and beautiful!! The colors are perfect together and I love the way you have put the shapes, strands, and the beautiful colors together! I don’t know why I hadn’t seen this before but I am glad I saw it today! Straight to the favs!!!!