The Design Gallery
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Chatter
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 »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda the ring is cute, did you a spiral worked in to your ring?…” read »
on “Garden Droplets”:“Love it....You always inspire me, Ali !…” read »
- 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 »
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“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 »
Azure Coast ....
About this design:
Commission piece,wanted something fresh & *ocean-y*. The focal reminds me of sea glass, reclaimed from a lost treasure deep under the sea.
Components:
Prehnite focal, bubble chain, Ocean Jasper, ceramic squares.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Aug 15, 2010 at 11:42 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:This is a beautiful ocean piece, Becca! Congrats on the sale!
On Aug 15, 2010 at 11:45 pm #
Mahala93 RockChick says:Nice!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 12:14 am #
sunny chick says:I love your necklace!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 6:54 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:This is so pretty! I love the combination of beads and chain. a fave!
congrats on the sale!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 8:58 am #
Eeka Mouse says:I love the phrenite, how it combines green w/ a touch of rust. You could use another piece to make something for your orange stripey kitty – it would look dynamite on his fur! OK, so maybe he could just model it for us….
On Aug 16, 2010 at 9:53 am #
Sali Jo GemsChica Chick says:FABULICIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What a beauty!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 10:11 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:This is stunning, I can see why it sold!!! Congrats.
On Aug 16, 2010 at 11:27 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Beautiful!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 12:06 pm #
Judith Ann Boyer says:This is really a cute design!! Congrats on the sale
On Aug 16, 2010 at 5:22 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This is really pretty … your customer is going to love it!! SLS
On Aug 16, 2010 at 5:29 pm #
Jane MS says:Gorgeous! The prenhite focal is fantastic.
On Aug 16, 2010 at 6:40 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Beautiful ,congrats on the sale!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 7:37 pm #
NY Bella says:Love this!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 8:08 pm #
Reet says:Love design and color!
On Aug 16, 2010 at 9:29 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Gorgeous design and combo!:)
On Aug 16, 2010 at 9:54 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Absolutely beautiful
On Aug 17, 2010 at 1:12 pm #
Dragons Chicky says:Beautifully done!
On Aug 17, 2010 at 4:09 pm #
grama rose aka stormy says:very nice! great job
On Aug 18, 2010 at 3:35 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Ohhh – I like this!!!!
On Aug 19, 2010 at 5:30 pm #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:I love this! It’s fabulous! Love the colors!