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Chatter
on “Just a Bit Worn”:“This really speaks to me. I love your eclectic mix of glass,stones,and leather. Very nice!!…” read »
on “Southwestern Summer”:“I love this...the colors...design..it's all good!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Necklace”:
“A great necklace!!…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“I just love it...it's a great piece!!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Just fabulous!! Great bracelet!!…” read »
on “Cool Summer Necklace”:“Ohhh, I love the bohemian-ish look!…” read »
on “Pearl diving”:“Fabulous! Love your design!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Asia, this is a great piece! Love the organic feel it has! Congrats!…” read »
on “Rustic Agate”:“Me too. I'd like to be a fly on the wall when you and others…” read »
on “The Mad Dash Pair”:“So cool! I'd be wearing these all summer long!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Necklace”:
“Light and airy. You're absolutely right...perfect for summer!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“It's beautiful, Asia. I'd wear it in a heartbeat!…” read »
on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:“Stunning! I LOVE the focal!…” read »
- on “Lush Greens”:
“I am always in awe of those who do metal work...that is one of many things…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“I agree with Nancy.....I'd sneak in and "borrow" this too! LOL Gorgeous design, and…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“This is fantastic! I love the colors, and that focal is stunning!…” read »
on “Flying Home”:“Congrats Susie!! I'm so happy for you!!…” read »
on “Flying Home”:“Yep! I'm gonna frame it!…” read »
on “Lush Greens”:“Awesome job!!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Gorgeous set!!! You did an excellent job!!…” read »
- on “Southwestern Summer”:
“Love all the colors!…” read »
- on “Southwestern Summer”:
“Very bright and summery. Gorgeous!…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Gorgeous set you have made here. Just lovely!…” read »
- on “Lush Greens”:
“Love this one the most! Your metal work is awesome!…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Awesome display you have put on, of an asymmetrical design. Lovely!…” read »
- on “Rustic Agate”:
“Just gorgeous Asia! Are the rest of the beads from your stash? Or did you order…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Good thing I don't know where you live or I would sneak into your house and…” read »
on “Fortunate mistake”:“Thanks Asia! What should I apply it though, so it doesn't wipe out of the grooves…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Molly! the cool summer set is gorgeous. you are something else. Fantastic designs.…” read »
on “Pearl diving”:“I just love this necklace!…” read »
on “Flying Home”:“Susie, I'm so happy for you, frame that magazine
…” read »- on “Flying Home”:
“Just an FYI. My babies came flying home today, along with 2 unexpected copies of the…” read »
- on “Fortunate mistake”:
“Yes it would, also try just a regular acrylic paint
…” read » - on “Rustic Agate”:
“Love this as well! The clasp is amazing!…” read »
- on “Pearl diving”:
“Beautiful design, Asia! Love the asymmetry. I'd wear this in a heartbeat!…” read »
- on “Fortunate mistake”:
“Yes Yvette, I would like to have some of the beads keep their frosty aqua coat…” read »
- on “Lush Greens”:
“I love the copper beads, I was messing with some copper sheet, but they did not…” read »
- on “Cool Summer Bracelet”:
“Loving the bracelet too
…” read » - on “Cool Summer Necklace”:
“Love the focal, great beads to go with it
…” read » 
on “Rustic Agate”:“Fantastic design! Another winner.…” 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:
Read the comments (or add your own)
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!