The Design Gallery
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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 »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“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.
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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 »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Blue with brass. What more could anyone want? Great design.
…” read » - on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“My kind of color! Love the design, too! Isn't it great to have a stash when…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Mmmmmm, yummy color! Love it!
…” read » - on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Kate is right, It definitely has that "industrial chic" look. Great color, excellent design! …” read »
- on “Butterfly Dance”:
“Thanks so much everyone. When I designed this I was thinking that the butterflies were skipping…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Great Pendant! Love it! If you aren't sure about the design, put it away for a…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“Instant summer! Love 'em!
…” read » - on “Butterfly Dance”:
“You should be pleased. You have made a unique and lovely design.
…” read » - on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Glorious color and a great design!
…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“Guys can be such a pain. I'm sure ear rings would look great even if…” read »
Mermaid Dream
About this design:
Makes you want to dive in to meet her! She is holding a pearl in her hands. The striped "sea urchin" beads are color change with body heat! Carved bone pendant and turtle beads with bits and pieces of blues and greens in my stash. Alot of fun to make!
Components:
carved bone pendant and turtles,pearls,agates,crystals,sterling silver,antique silver.paua shellAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 11:03 am #
Carola says:Oh, I really like this one.
Where did you find such unusual beads? They are lovely.
Love the necklace….
On Jul 23, 2010 at 11:04 am #
Daisy Chick - Dawn says:This is just extradinary! I love mermaids and this is so wonderful! I bet it was fun to make. I certainly hope you aren’t sell it! This is a keeper!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 11:05 am #
Daisy Chick - Dawn says:Oh where ever did you get the mermaid and turtle beads?
On Jul 23, 2010 at 11:13 am #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:Thanks chickie-dees! I bought the carved bone pieces and the pearls at “the big gem show” in St Paul MN. It is for sale, altho it is not on my Etsy shop yet.
On Jul 23, 2010 at 11:15 am #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:This is fabulous Sali Jo! Where did you find the sea urchin color changing beads?
On Jul 23, 2010 at 11:17 am #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:I found the urchin beads at another of my favorite bead shops in Taylor’s Falls MN. That is also where I got all the ammonite fossils! It is a GREAT bead store…if any of you live in the area…go pay her a visit! The shop is called “The Non-essentials of Life”..cute huh???
On Jul 23, 2010 at 11:56 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:This is so cool, love it!!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 12:38 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:What a gorgeous set, Sandra! You always have the best components, don’t you? Love the name of that bead shop…..LOL…..very clever!
Although, to most of US, beads ARE an essential of life!!! 
On Jul 23, 2010 at 12:45 pm #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:You have such a wonderful eye for color and composition, Sandra. I always love seeing your new pieces, and this is just gorgeous!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 12:53 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Wow, what a great necklace! Love, love, love the colors and the beads.
On Jul 23, 2010 at 1:38 pm #
Boston Lady says:I have to agree with what the other talented Chickies have already said about this design. The colors of the beads are awesome and the pendant is gorgeous. I think that you did a terrific job in incorporating them altogether. It is very much a favorite of mine. Thank you for sharing it.
On Jul 23, 2010 at 2:54 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Drop dead gorgeous thanks for sharing the information.
On Jul 23, 2010 at 2:59 pm #
sunny chick says:Sali Jo, this is exquisite! Love that mermaid and the turtles! Beautiful design!
On Jul 23, 2010 at 3:47 pm #
Lynn g says:Very neat!!!! I wish I live closer to check it out..
On Jul 23, 2010 at 9:51 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:Absolutely Fantastic!!
On Jul 24, 2010 at 12:04 am #
Orchid Betty says:Fabulous design, love the color and bead combination! The mermaid is gorgeous!
On Jul 24, 2010 at 12:32 am #
Yorkie chick aka CC says:This set is just awesome, ditto to all the remarks about how great the design and mermaid are!! Love it!
On Jul 24, 2010 at 7:57 am #
Leigh D says:I absolutely love this! Fantastic piece.
On Jul 29, 2010 at 6:45 pm #
Connie Tomaszewski says:Awesome, I love mermaids!!