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on “Violets”:“Peggy, it's a flat herringbone. I think I worked on the base for three evenings, but…” read »
on “Garnet Drape”:“Loving all the garnets..with this length it definitely does not need pendant. Go with your…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“A real statement piece..lovely.…” read »
- on “Antique Copper Rose”:
“Really has a vintage feel. Beautiful.…” read »
on “Relay For Life”:“Thank you !…” read »
on “a taste of honey”:“Thank you so much for the encouragement.
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on “Dancing Loops”:“Love the chain maille look. Great colors!…” read »
- on “Antique Copper Rose”:
“Beautiful colors and design! Looks vintage to me.…” read »
on “Antique Copper Rose”:“Very vintage and very lovely design!!…” read »
on “Amazon Blues”:“They look good together...I would have never thought of that.…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“These are all 3 very cool. Another thing I need.to try. Nancy...haha...your comment.…” read »
- on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“LOL Nancy. That druzy is very nice!! Beautiful piece.…” read »
on “Violets”:“Gorgeous! I could see a design like this making a fabulous choker too! Love the color…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Very striking and well put together. I absolutely love the pendent, I can see why it…” read »
on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“Oh my gosh,Rock Chick. This is a treasure! I'm glad you took a picture in the sun,so…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very nice work. Look how the colors give each set a totally different vibe. I have…” read »
- on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very cool. I've got to try chain maille…” read »
on “Boho Silken Tassel”:“Gorgeous necklace Deb, I love the colour combination…” read »
on “Lovely Impression”:“love it…” read »
- on “Violets”:
“Ah! I finally found the lavender/peridot beads. They're lovely, and I can see some interesting pieces…” read »
on “Ice Ice Druzy”:“This is great. The druzy always puts a piece over the top.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you Peggy and Laud for the wonderful comments. Yes they are Laud, or peanut shaped.…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Stunning! To me the design looks more Indian (as in India) because it has such richness.…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Wonderful design. I'm very fond of the elements, too, especially carnelian. Great job!…” read »
- on “Leftovers”:
“These colors are very rich. I love the matte finish on those black beads. That gives…” read »
- on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“You definitely have a way with the sari silk. I'm trying to figure out how that…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“I am so glad you started sharing your work. This is amazing.…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Gorgeous. Welcome to the gallery…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Great design Who doesn't love turquoise
…” read » - on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »
- on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
- on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you all for the lovely comments.
…” read » 
on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Omigosh Wanda.... I do not have the words to adequately express just how awesome this peace…” read »
Fall Beckons
About this design:
Textured Copper and Rhodonite with Pyrite beads
I love these beads (my favourites from LB!) and think they go so well with copper so just had to put them together in this bracelet.
I've recently started getting into more metalwork - cutting out shapes from sheet copper and silver, stamping and texturing metal and riveting. Not sure if I'll go down the stamped names route, I can't stamp letters in a straight line to save my life!
Components:
Copper, Rhodonite w/ Pyrite,Additional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 7:12 am #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Very cool- super cool! Awesome job, loving this! Did you purchase the disk cutting tools to make the circles? Anyway, I say go for stamping…like only one word, let it be uneven- up, down, add to the creative overall look! (course I will try anything) I say go for it!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 7:19 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Inspiring! Both you and the design!
Put this one in my favs!
Thank you Spiral Chick and Lorrie for the tid-bits on stamping. Those little pieces of info are SO helpful!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 8:03 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:I love your bracelet, it is gorgeous!! Into my faves.
On Sep 10, 2010 at 8:16 am #
NY Bella says:Oh yes! into FAVS! It’s beautiful!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 8:16 am #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:Mmmmm I want this!
Beautiful.
On Sep 10, 2010 at 8:29 am #
K H says:This is so cool – I have got to find some of that copper sheeting!!!!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 8:43 am #
Sonja says:Into fav’s very beautiful…Lovely gemstone, so nice to see it on a piece that I LOVE now I want to order it!!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 9:25 am #
sunny chick says:Wow! This rocks!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 10:02 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Beautiful!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 10:22 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:This is stunning!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 11:30 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:What a wonderful design !!!
You go girl, can”t wait to see what you do next !!!
On Sep 10, 2010 at 11:47 am #
Lynn g says:This is really neat, love the colors.
On Sep 11, 2010 at 1:52 am #
Jade aka Caryn says:I saw this when it was first posted but I didn’t get the chance to say how much I loved this. great design
On Sep 11, 2010 at 4:36 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Thanks for your lovely comments!
Mommykat, I used a disc cutter for the large hole then hole punch pliers for the smaller ones. I’ve got a thing about circles and holes at the mo
On Sep 11, 2010 at 8:42 am #
Linda Talbott says:Gorgeous. I really love the Rohdonite, Pyrite and Copper together … a winning combination.
On Sep 12, 2010 at 10:44 am #
Jewelry by Shannon says:I just love this … your metal work is great. And the beads with the copper — perfect! SLS
On Sep 12, 2010 at 10:32 pm #
Claire C says:The trouble with this necklace is that it needs to be worn by someone just as interesting as it is, which narrows the clientele. But I am guessing you might be the wearer of same. Your photo tells me you are artistic in many ways, and the experimentation you are doing reveals an inventive mind. I am inspired to look for new and better uses of materials. Thanks for that.
On Sep 12, 2010 at 11:12 pm #
Mahala93 RockChick says:Very nice!
On Oct 06, 2010 at 10:34 am #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:This is most definitely a fave! I love rhodonite, and it’s beautiful in this design! I haven’t tried doing anything with metal yet, but you are certainly inspiring me to give it a try. Awesome design!