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on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Oh my...I want them.…” read »
on “Totally Teal”:“Thank you!.. Yes Ann the ring is worked in a spiral.…” read »
on “Rock and Roll Earrings”:“Are there instructions I am missing?…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Gorgeous earrings; gorgeous flowers! Thanks for sharing both.…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Very pretty!…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda the ring is cute, did you a spiral worked in to your ring?…” read »
on “Garden Droplets”:“Love it....You always inspire me, Ali !…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda you are such a skilled artist. Love those bracelets....Teal is such a happy color.…” read »
- on “a taste of honey”:
“Gorgeous Doktor! My kind of colors.…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Ooops! I meant, Thank you all!…” read »
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“Thanks you!....…” read »
on “Evergreen Copper”:“The copper, the stones--love it all. Lovely, dramatic design.…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Great set. Jimmy's a lucky moai.…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Love it! Exquisite beads.…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“These pieces are just stunning!!!!! Love looking at the lovely projects beaders have done..it is…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“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”:
“Great looking pieces Jimmy is wearing. The nuggets are gorgeous.
…” read » 
on “Prince Moai”:“I have a huge crush on Jimmy too and he loves wearing all the blink. LOL…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
on “Simply Crystal”:“Wow! Simply gorgeous!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Wow! Blown away. Thanks for all the pics. Wow!…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Great earrings. Can't wait to see what you do with the 16g.…” read »
- on “Butterfly Dance”:
“Wanda, I really like this. Love the Butterfly theme and admire all the hard work…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Please let Jimmy know that he is my first on-line crush. Love a guy who…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“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.
…” read »- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“YUM! Can I have mine with shortbread? This is such a gorgeous technique, Julia,…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“No earrings for Prince Jimmy! I 'm wearing the earrings! LOL Thank you very much! These…” read »
This one is for me
About this design:
I will wear this one gracefully.
Components:
LB dogtooth amethyst faceted freeform drop,LB plum pearls, white opal round beads,3mm sterling silver round beads and toggle.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 8:24 pm #
sunny chick says:Chicky Zee! This is breathtaking! A keeper for sure!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 8:27 pm #
Lynn g says:This is wonderful.. good keeper.
On Jul 14, 2010 at 8:38 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:Stunning! and purple!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 8:59 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Thanks Martha,Lynn G and Dragons Chicky!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 9:56 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Another gorgeous design, very regal looking. I can see why you are keeping it!!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 10:06 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Thanks Karen Keeping it yes !
On Jul 14, 2010 at 10:07 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Sorry wish the picture is not too clear got cloudy and started to rain right wehen I was doing this pic.!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 10:17 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:lovely – I see why you’d want to keep it! Enjoy!
On Jul 14, 2010 at 10:23 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Thanks Jeanne!
On Jul 15, 2010 at 1:05 am #
Margareta says:So charming! I totally understand why this is a keeper! My fav
On Jul 15, 2010 at 1:09 am #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:So assuredly a keeper, so lovely!
On Jul 15, 2010 at 1:53 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:pretty
On Jul 15, 2010 at 1:59 am #
Orchid Betty says:Fabulous colors and design!
On Jul 15, 2010 at 2:07 am #
Little Round Chick says:I’m not really a purple person but this is lovely and I don’t blame you for wanting to keep it.
On Jul 15, 2010 at 2:19 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:OOOOOOoooooooooo…… so very very pretty !!!!!!!!
I don’t blame you for keeping this one… it’s gorgeous !!!!
Love the dogtooth amethyst !!!!!!
On Jul 15, 2010 at 6:20 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Alice this is gorgeous, I can see why your keeping this one!!!
On Jul 15, 2010 at 9:21 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:This is fabulous! I think I would keep it too!
On Aug 06, 2010 at 8:49 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Thank you chickies!