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Chatter
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 »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Exquisite!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Close....Ottawa! lol! Lucky you living in the city with some of the best bead stores…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“This is stunning.....love the blue lace agate!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I love this Deb! It's so delicate-- and even if the leaf is only 1"...the…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Yes, I agree with Deb, they are lovely in the photo.wish I could see them in…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“So pretty! This is one of my favs!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You must live in Montreal!! LOL!! And freaking cold too darn!!
Same here! …” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Well if they are even prettier than the photos then they must be drop dead gorgeous.…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Love thgese Lynda. Beautiful and rustic! Will give the tute a look!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“I too am a huge fan of annealed steel wire for jewelry projects. After removing…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Funny, Deb Harding, I borrowed the book from the library because of one of your posts…” read »
- on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:
“I think them! Love the color combination. They would go with everything.…” read »
on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“Inspiring me about what to do with all my smaller chips, stones, etc! Extra nice design…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Both the flowers and the earrings are beautiful! Great job capturing the feel of the real…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“Those leaves are gorgeous...this bracelet is a perfect setting for.them.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“I have that same book....its awesome isn't it? You did an excellant job on the leather…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Fantastic job...you definitely captured the look of your flowers. I seriously want your flowers...lol.…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
…” read »- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
…” read » - on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“You can't beat black with silver and pearls! Great designs!…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“love how you're exploring so many beautiful variations with this technique, Julia....they all end up in…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This a stunning piece, the heart pendant,WOW!!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Gorgeous!!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
Mummy's garden
About this design:
This one was a bit of a pain in the tush to make, but I do enjoy wearing it. My mum is a wonderful gardener (sadly, however, I seem to have a Black Thumb). She lives in Vermont and her summer garden is huge and lushly beautiful (if you want to see it, she has a blog here: http://northcountrygardener.typepad.com/ )
Components:
pressed glass beads, leaves, and seed beads (for centers) sewn on to a base of beading wire strung with size 8 seed beads. Technique is borrowed from "Road to Rio" bracelet on Fusion Beads website, but I changed to colors to have a summer garden feel.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Jul 23, 2009 at 9:26 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:Helen, this is glorious! I love all the shades of blue that you incorporated into this work of art.
I bet you get lots of compliments. It does look like it was a lot of work but it sure was worth it.
I’m also a black thumb gardener…oh well.
On Jul 23, 2009 at 9:36 pm #
Helen G aka tea chick says:thanks Debbi! I’m thinking about doing another one with fall colors, using mostly gold and warm topaz leaves and a few red and dark purple flowers for the Dahlias which are still blooming in September
On Jul 23, 2009 at 9:49 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:That will be so gorgeous Helen…imagine the sunshine just glowing off those warm colors on your wrist! Perfect! I hope you share with us when it is finished.
On Jul 24, 2009 at 2:03 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:This is just beautiful, Helen! I can tell it look a lot of work, but it was certainly worth it!!!
Great idea to do one in wonderful Fall colors, too! 
On Jul 24, 2009 at 7:50 pm #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:Beautiful flower garden to wear….you can take your flowers with you.
On Jul 25, 2009 at 11:36 pm #
MaryJo K says:This is lovely; however, being a Leo, I tend to think your “fall” bracelet would be my favorite. Even though it is a pain to make, I’d love to give it a try.