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on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Cute recycle!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I have this pendant also and I just finished making a necklace with it. It…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“These are cool!…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Those stones look gorgeous, as does your design!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Love it Deb! That pendant looks great with those pearls.…” read »
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- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“These look like so much fun!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I wanna come to YOUR house! MY patio needs CPR!…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Oh my goodness, Deb, another of your beautiful creations. I really like that leaf; the 1"…” read »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
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- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“What a fantastic and clever idea!! The name is so fitting; love the colors.…” read »
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“Love this type of design which allows for the beads/components to stand out. Can this be…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Absolutely fabulous stones--and the triangular pendant is perfect. Gorgeous piece!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“That pendant is a sensational color. Looks great with the beads you chose. Oh, and kudos…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Exquisite!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Close....Ottawa! lol! Lucky you living in the city with some of the best bead stores…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“This is stunning.....love the blue lace agate!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I love this Deb! It's so delicate-- and even if the leaf is only 1"...the…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Yes, I agree with Deb, they are lovely in the photo.wish I could see them in…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“So pretty! This is one of my favs!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You must live in Montreal!! LOL!! And freaking cold too darn!!
Same here! …” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Well if they are even prettier than the photos then they must be drop dead gorgeous.…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Love thgese Lynda. Beautiful and rustic! Will give the tute a look!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“I too am a huge fan of annealed steel wire for jewelry projects. After removing…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Funny, Deb Harding, I borrowed the book from the library because of one of your posts…” read »
- on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:
“I think them! Love the color combination. They would go with everything.…” read »
on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“Inspiring me about what to do with all my smaller chips, stones, etc! Extra nice design…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Both the flowers and the earrings are beautiful! Great job capturing the feel of the real…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“Those leaves are gorgeous...this bracelet is a perfect setting for.them.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“I have that same book....its awesome isn't it? You did an excellant job on the leather…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Fantastic job...you definitely captured the look of your flowers. I seriously want your flowers...lol.…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
…” read »- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
…” read » - 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 »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“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 »
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“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
Indian Princess
About this design:
I love the brown matrix in these magnesite slice beads. They seemed so rustic and ancient that I associated them to some of the Indian Cliff dwellings. Oh well, we all know about the strange mind wonderings of beaders.
Components:
Magnesite slices, chips, & nuggets, various wood beads, and Vintaj chain, findings, charm, and clasp hooks.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 4:58 pm #
sunny chick says:This is a beautiful set! I think the name for it is just perfect!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 4:59 pm #
Copper Penny says:Love it, very rustic. You did a great job featuring the Magnesite slices. The bracelet is a fave too.
On Jul 12, 2010 at 5:03 pm #
Brenda H says:Thank you again ladies! As usual, my pictures do not do justice to the beautiful beads.
On Jul 12, 2010 at 6:10 pm #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:I agree very rustic and earthy, I love your design It’s A BEAUTIFUL SET!!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 6:11 pm #
Diane Cauley says:Awesome beads to use with the vintaj! this is wonderful!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 6:24 pm #
Skittles mommy says:Cool necklace! I love the slices!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 7:23 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:I love this set! Very beautiful and I love the rustic earthiness of the magnesite!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 8:46 pm #
Lynn g says:This is nice, and you think like the rest of us!!!!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 8:46 pm #
Brenda H says:Thank you all for your kind words! This site is so wonderful for all of the wonderful beaders that give so much encouragement to each other! I hope that the people of Lima know what this site does for so many of us! Thank you Lima team!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 9:33 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:What an awesome set, really like the magnesite slices!!
On Jul 12, 2010 at 9:40 pm #
Little Round Chick says:The magnesite slices are fantastic. It is such a great stone. Love what you did with it.
On Jul 13, 2010 at 1:48 am #
Margareta says:Very earthy, very much to my liking! Fav, yes!
On Jul 13, 2010 at 4:32 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:What a beautiful set. Love the Magnesite mixed with wood. SLS