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on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
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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 »
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“Wanda you are such a skilled artist. Love those bracelets....Teal is such a happy color.…” read »
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“Gorgeous Doktor! My kind of colors.…” read »
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“Ooops! I meant, Thank you all!…” read »
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“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 »
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“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.
…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
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“Great earrings. Can't wait to see what you do with the 16g.…” read »
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My stomach's in knots
About this design:
I just entered my first (not to mention it's also juried) arts and crafts festival... crossing my fingers that they'll let me in. These are some of the photos I sent them, hopefully they like it. People keep telling me they LOVE what I do, I'm just not good at self-promotion and too shy to tell them I made it and whip out a business card. This would be way easier for me, letting people just come up to my booth.
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On Aug 25, 2010 at 6:44 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:I certainly hope they accept your application Moonbell! I love so many of your designs and these are no exception! I especially like the turquoise and coral one!
Wouldn’t that be great?!
I can totally relate to your feelings about selling your jewelry. I often wish someome would just sell it for me.
Best of luck to you getting in the show! I have no doubt your pieces will sell! Keep us posted!
On Aug 25, 2010 at 8:16 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Goodd luck toyou in getting in the festve. .These are beautiful!
On Aug 25, 2010 at 8:34 pm #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Oh, Good luck to you! Nerves are always the worst the first time. I still get nervous applying to juried shows; I think that is natural.
I think the turquoise necklace is an exceptionally intelligent choice! it is lovely, simple, but classy
On Aug 25, 2010 at 11:25 pm #
Boston Lady says:This is a very pretty piece. I love the turquoise with the coral. You have done a very nice job.
On Aug 26, 2010 at 12:17 am #
grama rose aka stormy says:I was nervous about that also my firt juried show but you have no worries…you have some wonderful pieces…best of luck to you!!
On Aug 26, 2010 at 1:01 am #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:Wonderful pieces, you’re so talented, you’ll get in and do fine, I’m sure of it!
On Aug 26, 2010 at 1:26 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Your designs are lovely, and you are so talented…. Keep us posted on the show…. when is it? and when do you find out?
I have done a few juried shows and I understand your nerves…. but you will be fine…. !!!!
On Aug 26, 2010 at 11:26 am #
MoonBell says:Thanks so much for the encouragement, everyone.
Violet, it’s in Red River, NM, and is called Aspencade. It happens Sept. 17, 18 and 19. I should find out pretty soon… I hope.
On Aug 26, 2010 at 12:43 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Your work is beautiful … best wishes!! SLS
On Aug 26, 2010 at 4:36 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:MoonBell — Best of luck getting into the show — though you shouldn’t worry, as your designs are all wonderful!