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Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
Mary S – Sweet Chick on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“Love them all!!…” read »
KSD on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
Kate on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
KSD on “Cultus Lake Market”:“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
KSD on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Grampa's old tree”:“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
KSD on “Country Leaves”:“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
Need4Beadz on “Country Leaves”:“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
KSD on “A Green Cuff”:“Can you please tell me if the 14 gauge is Dead Soft? I just started…” read »
KSD on “A Green Cuff”:“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Bluebells”:“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
AllureofGemsGlamJulia on “Bluebells”:“Beautiful work
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Laud on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great job!…” read »
Laud on “Bluebells”:“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
Randa D on “Connected to the Trees”:“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
monicaocoatl on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
Laud on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
Deb Harding on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
Deb Harding on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
Deb Harding on “Grampa's old tree”:“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
N Taylor on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
N Taylor on “Grampa's old tree”:“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
N Taylor on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
N Taylor on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
N Taylor on “Bluebells”:“Oh my...I want them.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Totally Teal”:“Thank you!.. Yes Ann the ring is worked in a spiral.…” read »
J Putnam on “Rock and Roll Earrings”:“Are there instructions I am missing?…” read »
Lois D on “Bluebells”:“Gorgeous earrings; gorgeous flowers! Thanks for sharing both.…” read »
Medieval Momma on “Bluebells”:“Very pretty!…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Totally Teal”:“Wanda the ring is cute, did you a spiral worked in to your ring?…” read »
jdbeast1 on “Garden Droplets”:“Love it....You always inspire me, Ali !…” read »
N Taylor on “Totally Teal”:“Wanda you are such a skilled artist. Love those bracelets....Teal is such a happy color.…” read »
About this design:
I wanted a soft simple necklace that I can use any time, so I chose some clear stones that I liked and added thin sterling silver chain between them!
Components:
Aquamarine round, Aquamarine Faceted Nugget, Quartz, Jade, Rose Quartz, [Brazilian white stone maybe some kind of quartz], sterling silver chain and wireRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
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On May 24, 2013 at 6:21 pm
YOU say:



On Jul 07, 2010 at 6:47 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Betty this is soo pretty, I love the soft colors with the silver chain!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 7:51 am #
Linda Talbott says:This is lovely. You achieved your goal ~ I really love the softness of the bead colors.
On Jul 07, 2010 at 8:03 am #
Orchid Betty says:Thanks Beth and Linda
On Jul 07, 2010 at 8:49 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Betty this is lovely!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 10:05 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:Betty this is such a pretty necklace!! Love your soft color choices!!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 10:31 am #
Skittles mommy says:Pretty!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 11:16 am #
Jamie Marie says:I love dainty, pretty necklaces like this
On Jul 07, 2010 at 12:30 pm #
sunny chick says:Betty, this is absolutely gorgeous!
Love it!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 1:43 pm #
Boston Lady says:Betty, this is such a lovely necklace. Very light and airy yet stunning at the same time. I truly love it and it is definitely a favorite. Great job! Thanks for sharing.
On Jul 07, 2010 at 2:29 pm #
Lynn g says:Betty this is so pretty, and has a airy feel..
On Jul 07, 2010 at 2:38 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Thanks ladies for the nice comments!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 3:25 pm #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:I love your soft, feminine design, Betty! The colors are lovely with the silver chain. So dainty, perfect for an adult or a child!!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 5:17 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This really is nice, and you are right, so wearable with many outfits!! PRETTY!! SLS
On Jul 07, 2010 at 7:26 pm #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Betty, this is so soft and pretty…I love the choice of chain that you’ve used!!
On Jul 07, 2010 at 8:49 pm #
Daisy Chick - Dawn says:I love this too! As in this case less is more and it works out splendidly!
On Jul 08, 2010 at 12:33 am #
Orchid Betty says:Thanks ladies for your lovely comments!
On Jul 08, 2010 at 12:39 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:This would again be good for Florida heat and humidity. I love the soft colors. So very pretty.
On Jul 08, 2010 at 1:08 am #
Orchid Betty says:Thank you Faith
On Jul 08, 2010 at 1:54 am #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Hello Miss Orchid Betty!!
I love all your creations. I haven’t been here much lately so I am afraid I have to go back to peer at everyone’s creations and make a lump sum comment sometimes or I will never get caught up. I haven’t even been able to communicate with a live person much lately.
I’ll try to do better
On Jul 08, 2010 at 3:29 pm #
Mahala93 RockChick says:Lovely i would so wear this!
On Jul 09, 2010 at 12:12 am #
Orchid Betty says:Thank you Mahala
On Jul 12, 2010 at 5:27 pm #
Nancy C reads-a-lot says:Sweet! And entirely ‘usable’ for many occasions since neither the colors nor design are intrusive. Nice job.
On Jul 12, 2010 at 5:44 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:I like the softness in this necklace! Very sweet too!
On Jul 13, 2010 at 2:17 am #
Orchid Betty says:Thanks Nancy and Wenche for your comments
On Jul 13, 2010 at 4:48 pm #
D Blake says:This is soo pretty! Very simple and soothing, too. Great job.
On Jul 14, 2010 at 6:51 am #
Orchid Betty says:Thank you D Blake for your comment
On Jul 14, 2010 at 7:18 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:I agree with Dawn (and everyone else)
Less is more – this is such a soft pretty necklace, Betty!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 7:55 am #
Orchid Betty says:Thank you Jeannes