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Midwest Southwestern for Lisa
About this design:
This is my idea of Midwest Southwestern style. I haven't made anything for my four sisters and they are asking so I made this for my sister Lisa who lives in Atlanta.
Components:
Howlite Turquoise tear drop pendant, flat ovals and rounds, Amethyst rounds, clear Rock Crystal rounds, Lepidolite rounds, rainbow flourite nuggets, sterling silver rounds, bead caps, findings. antique silver plated toggle clasps.Additional Images:
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On Jul 11, 2010 at 10:09 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Your sister is going to love her new jewelry. You did a beautiful job on this set..love the colors!!!
On Jul 11, 2010 at 10:24 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:Thank you Karen. I sent her a picture of it and she said she loves it! I might have to wear it a couple of times before I give it to her!
On Jul 11, 2010 at 10:26 pm #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:Lol, I’d wear it too! Beautiful!!
On Jul 11, 2010 at 10:54 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:Thank you Ravin!
On Jul 11, 2010 at 11:21 pm #
Shannon J says:this is very beautiful and a nice gift for your sister!! please dont anyone tell my sisters or they will expect me to make one for them… lol
On Jul 12, 2010 at 12:29 am #
sunny chick says:Tara, this is beautiful! Your sister, Lisa, is going to love it!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 6:41 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Gorgeous set Tara!!! Your sister is very lucky to recieve such a wonderful gift!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 7:02 am #
Arja A says:Your sister will enjoy with suvh a beautiful set.
On Jul 12, 2010 at 7:15 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Very pretty! Love the colors! Lucky sister!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 8:06 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Pretty one Tara!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 12:10 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:Very nice!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 12:49 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Love the color combination, beautiful design!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 7:20 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:Thank you all! Got to get to work on number 2 sister now!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 9:30 pm #
Lynn g says:Very nice and you have a lucky sister, she will love it.
On Jul 12, 2010 at 9:33 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:Thank you Lynn!
On Jul 20, 2010 at 8:23 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Such a gorgeous set, Tara (you know me & blues….LOL) — you should definitely “test drive” this one a few times first!!!
On Jul 20, 2010 at 8:24 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:Thank you Lynn. I wore it the other day. It was great to wear. It’s definitely sturdy!