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on “Country Leaves”:“Absolutely beautiful. This is one of my favorite pieces.…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Great design and cheery colors. Great Way to repurpose…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Very pretty design. The pendant is great and of I love pearls. I love how you used…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Thanks so much everyone....I appreciate your comments!…” read »
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Clever idea that turned out really cute.…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Beautiful design, Deb!…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Great partners for the pendant. I really like how the pendant & coordinating dangles hang from…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Lucky you to get such a great gift! Love the earrings!…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Nancy, these earrings are wonderful! Such a clever idea!
…” read »- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Nancy, you've created another stunning cuff! Love green & copper together!
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on “Pistachio Spring”:“This delicate green necklace is perfect for Spring. Love it!
…” read »- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“Party time! Fabulous cheerful ear rings!
…” read » - on “Country Leaves”:
“Love the copper and leaves. Excellent Design!
…” read » - on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love your bracelets especially the leather one.
…” read » - on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Wow! Those beads are gorgeous! Love the color.
…” read » 
on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:“Definitely one of those "why didn't I think of that" ideas...super clever and super cute!…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Classy!
…” read » - on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super design. Great tree, too!
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on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Exquisite design as well as those gorgeous beads. You did an excellent job. I love…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Fantastic design. Love it!
…” read » - on “Bluebells”:
“Great design! Great flowers, too!
…” read » - on “Totally Teal”:
“Wow! I love all of that teal and it makes a gorgeous bracelet. Great…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Thanks for the suggestion Chelsea. I haven't done much etching so this would be a…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Yes, the wire is dead soft KSD. At 14 gauge anything but dead soft would…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“Thanks everybody for all the compliments. I've had this little pendant & the pearls sitting on…” read »
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 »
- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Beautiful!…” read »
- 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”:
“Dittos to everything said. The miracle of Creation is showcased in your pieces!…” read »
- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
“What a fantastic and clever idea!! The name is so fitting; love the colors.…” read »
- on “TY”:
“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 »
Purple Velvet
About this design:
I was inspired by the beautiful beaded swarovski beads.
Components:
Purple velvet Swarovski beads, Amethyst Onion cut drops and sm. rondelles,silver rounds and stardust tubes and findingsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 8:51 am #
Linda Talbott says:This is beautiful. I love that gorgeous beaded bead. And the silver tubing really makes the design open. Fabulous!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 9:00 am #
Copper Penny says:Wow, did you do the beaded beads yourself? This is very pretty, very elegant.
On Aug 03, 2010 at 9:17 am #
Orchid Betty says:Lovely curved tubes and Beautiful beaded beads, gorgeous design!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 9:40 am #
Mahala93 RockChick says:very pretty, perfect name!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 9:46 am #
sunny chick says:Beth! This is exquisite! Love, love, love it!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 9:50 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:WOW! This is beautiful Beth!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 9:57 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Thank you so very much Ladies!!! Copper Penny I did not make the beaded beads, although I wish I could make them they are so pretty!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 10:06 am #
Dragons Chicky says:Oooooo purple!!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 10:59 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Very pretty Beth!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 10:59 am #
grama rose aka stormy says:very pretty I love how you used the noodles! And it is purple!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 12:09 pm #
leafy river says:Very elegant, and love the color!!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 1:25 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Beth, this is so beautiful — love the design, colors, and those fab beaded beads!!! I love using tubes in designs — where did you find ones with the stardust coating?
On Aug 03, 2010 at 1:37 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:WOW beth what a beauty love this a lot and a fav!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 5:52 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:What a beauty this is Beth. Love that beaded bead and the curving effect of the tube beads with it is perfect!! SLS
On Aug 03, 2010 at 9:44 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:Beth. This is stunning!! Love the beaded bead, and the color!!!!
On Aug 03, 2010 at 10:20 pm #
Lynn g says:I love it Beth, the beaded bead is so cool..
On Aug 03, 2010 at 11:36 pm #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Beautiful !!!
On Aug 04, 2010 at 7:04 am #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Thank you ladies, I appreciate all your wonderful comments!
On Aug 04, 2010 at 9:44 am #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:Gorgeous Beth!
On Aug 04, 2010 at 3:21 pm #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:Thank Tara!