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on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“What a nice, clean design. Both are winners. I have been working on jewelry…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“These would definitely cheer me up, love them both! I have some of this sari silk…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Fantastic, I really like it.…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“very pretty !…” read »
on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love them all!!…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
- on “Cultus Lake Market”:
“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Can you please tell me if the 14 gauge is Dead Soft? I just started…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Beautiful work
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on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great job!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
- on “Connected to the Trees”:
“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
- 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 »
Abalone & Pearl Earrings
About this design:
I made these out of abalone puff coins (LB), FW pearls (LB), & sterling silver leverbacks (LB). Do you see a pattern in my purchasing? :)
Components:
Abalone puff coins (LB); FW pearls (LB); Sterling silver leverbacks (LB); Sterling silver headpins & daisy spacersRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 3:34 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:The rest of the story: The same day I sold the raku glazed pendant, my BFF Marcie expressed interest in these beauties. Originally, they had fishhook earwires, but she prefers leverbacks. I took them home, switched the findings, and surprised her with the earrings as a gift the next time I saw her!
She was thrilled!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 3:38 pm #
sunny chick says:Lynn, these earrings are exquisite! What a lovely gift for your BFF! Beautiful!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 3:39 pm #
Lynn g says:These are great, Abalone is one of my fav. shells, and Marcie one lucky girl too..
On Jul 22, 2010 at 3:39 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:I love these Lynn!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 3:50 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, Martha, Lynn, & Sarah! She loves my jewelry and is my number one fan & a great customer, in addition to being my BFF!!!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 4:19 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:These are beutiful Lynn!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 4:23 pm #
Travelin Chick-marlene says:Love these – and what a lovely gesture; not only to give such a wonderful gift – but to make it “just right” for her.
On Jul 22, 2010 at 4:29 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, Alice & M Mathews! Well, I do aim to please…..
On Jul 22, 2010 at 4:38 pm #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:These are beautiful, Lynn. I am jealous, too. Earrings are something I just can’t do. Wire wrap loops particularly, just make me crazy!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 6:41 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:These are beautiful earrings Lynn. I love them…they are a favorite…and your BFF is very fortunate to have you for a BFF!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 6:49 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, Lynda! I love doing wire wrapping — if you ever need any done, I’m your gal!!! Or Chick….LOL
On Jul 22, 2010 at 6:49 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, Tara! What a sweet thing to say!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 6:56 pm #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Lynn, I love these earrings! Into my favs!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 6:59 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Linda, thanks so much!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 8:05 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Love these so pretty. The Abalone puff bead is pretty. I wondered what it would look like.
On Jul 22, 2010 at 9:25 pm #
Daisy Chick - Dawn says:I love these and must put them in my FAvs! I would wear these alot! I love to wirewrap! Great job Lynn!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 9:47 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:These are beauties! I love the stones used … SLS
On Jul 22, 2010 at 9:51 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thank you, Faith, Dawn, & Shannon! I just love these colors!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 10:17 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Lynn these are out of this world gorgeous, the colors in the shells are beautiful!!! Your BFF is very lucky to have a BFF in you, what a caring and generous gesture!!!!
On Jul 22, 2010 at 11:16 pm #
Boston Lady says:Lynn, these earrings are out of this world. I saw a pair that looked similar today while out and they wanted $50. Those earrings couldn’t hold a candle to the ones I am putting in my favorite file of yours. Your earrings are the prettiest I have seen in a long time. I absolutely love them and the color of them. They are so rich looking and glamorous. You did a tremendous job on them.
On Jul 22, 2010 at 11:32 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks for all the lovely complements, Carol & Karen! You all make me feel so good!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 12:31 am #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Ooooooo!!!! These are gorgeous, Lynn! I just LOVE abalone! I would wear these in a heartbeat!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 4:27 am #
Orchid Betty says:I love the color of the abalone, fabulous earrings and a great surprise to your BFF Marcie
On Jul 23, 2010 at 7:21 am #
Chicky Suz aka Susan Z says:Excellent job Lynn, the earrings ae gorgeous!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 12:32 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks so much, Debra, Betty, & Susan! Debra, I knew you’d especially love the abalone!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 12:43 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Your color choices are just beautiful, Lynn!
Lovely earrings!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 12:44 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, my sweet Jeanne!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 1:58 pm #
Mahala93 RockChick says:so pretty those abalone are gourgoues, they look as smooth as glass!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 2:21 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, Mahala — they are!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 2:47 pm #
Little Round Chick says:What’s left to say? The Chickies have said it all. Abalone is one of my all time favorites. It dresses up, it dresses down (sorta) and it is the Queen of Shells! Simply beautiful, Lynn.
On Jul 23, 2010 at 2:58 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Well, coming from the Queen of Coils, that is quite a compliment, Nancy! Thanks so much!
I think abalone goes with anything and everything, too! 
On Jul 24, 2010 at 6:58 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Lynn these earrings are beautiful!!! Love the abalone!
On Jul 24, 2010 at 7:10 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks, dear Beth! I just love all the various colors in abalone!
On Jul 24, 2010 at 7:12 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:I know the colors are just fabulous!!!
On Jul 24, 2010 at 11:53 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:They seem to go with everything!
On Aug 14, 2010 at 9:16 am #
Eeka Mouse says:Lynn – these are outstanding. Lima Beads has the BEST Abalone beads, and you have done them justice.
Lynda – just keep practicing those little ‘hangman’s noose’ wraps. Headpins are cheap. You should have seen some of my early attempts…
On Aug 15, 2010 at 1:28 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thank you, Eeka Mouse!
You are right about practice…..it does make perfect — eventually! 