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on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Love it! Exquisite beads.…” read »
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“These pieces are just stunning!!!!! Love looking at the lovely projects beaders have done..it is…” read »
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“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”:
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
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“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”:
“Thanks for that tutorial,FB. I would never have guessed about the "loop first" method. I'll give…” read »
- 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.
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Purple Rain
About this design:
My daughter Jenny's birthday is this Saturday and she asked for a necklace in purples. I used black gun metal chain and findings so I had to come up with a bail in black for the amethyst teardrop focal. She loves it!
Components:
Amethyst beads in assorted shapes and sizes (most from LB), assorted glass and crystal beads, black gun metal chain and findings, magnetic claspAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 1:27 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Absolutely beautiful! I love amethyst, it looks great!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 1:32 pm #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:BTW, she already has it on! Couldn’t keep it a secret since she’s visiting with us this month and has watched me create it!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 1:32 pm #
Margareta says:Another amethyst lover
This is so abundant and black metal suits amethyst so very well!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 1:36 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Beautiful bail, love the Amethyst with the black gun metal, fabulous design!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 1:37 pm #
Chicky Suz aka Susan Z says:Lovely necklace! Beautiful design, too!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 1:45 pm #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Wow this is GORGEOUS Lindy!!! Great focal and I’m loving this with the gunmetal, your daughter is very lucky to have such a talented mom! Happy Birthday to her!!!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 2:12 pm #
sunny chick says:This is breathtaking! What a wonderful gift for your daughter!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 2:14 pm #
Brenda H says:Terrific design! Is the pendant dogtooth amethyst?
On Jul 12, 2010 at 3:23 pm #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Thanks for all the inspiring comments! As for your question Brenda, it is dogtooth amethyst or some people call it cheveron amethyst.
On Jul 12, 2010 at 6:16 pm #
Diane Cauley says:OMG! I love the purple with the gunmetal! Very inspiring design
On Jul 12, 2010 at 6:34 pm #
Skittles mommy says:Gorgeous! I am sure your daughter was excited to get this!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 7:28 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This is something else … I’m sure she’ll wear it with pride. SLS
On Jul 12, 2010 at 7:37 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:This is beautiful! She’s very lucky to have this made for her!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 9:52 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Stunning!!! I can see why your daughter loves it so much!!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 10:03 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Gorgeous!
On Jul 19, 2010 at 10:25 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Good Morning Ladies! Thank you for all the inspiring comments last week! I’ve been quite busy this past month spending time with my visiting daughter and granddaughters.
On Jul 19, 2010 at 10:32 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Linda, what a stunning necklace for your very lucky daughter! I love the gunmetal with purple & your fab design! Great bail, too!
On Jul 19, 2010 at 10:37 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Thanks Lynn! Glad to see you back on a regular basis! Missed you!
On Jul 19, 2010 at 10:42 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, Linda! Hope you are enjoying your visit with your daughter and granddaughters!
How old are your grandgirls?
On Jul 19, 2010 at 10:54 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Jordan is 6 and Audrey will be 4 on Sept 1. It’s been so much fun! Unfortunaly they go home to CA on Saturday
On Jul 19, 2010 at 10:59 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Pic of the girls!
On Jul 19, 2010 at 11:04 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:What beautiful girls — such wonderful photos and lovely names, too! You must have such a wonderful time with them, Linda!