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on “Antique Copper Rose”:“Love the rose! And I've always loved pink and copper together.…” read »
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.
…” read »
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 »
Turkish Roundmaille
About this design:
Yup, I'm still GaaGaa over chainmaille !! I loved this weave the first time I saw it and finally got up the courage to give it a go. Thanks to my Celtic Cross friend Candy for supplying me with such excellent materials to work with !!!
Components:
Argentium and Gold Fill ringsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Sep 24, 2010 at 8:29 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Wow, just LOVE this … it must have cost you a fortune in rings but it was well worth it.
What gauge/size rings are they so we can put it in perspective with your pictures? Sooo pretty. SLS
On Sep 24, 2010 at 8:57 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Beautiful!
On Sep 24, 2010 at 9:04 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:OMG This is amazing!!! I love it, you did a beautiful job!!!! Fave.
On Sep 24, 2010 at 9:34 pm #
DragonFly Chick Eileen says:Thank you Ladies !!! They are 4mm 18gauge rings…..yes, it was a wee bit of a splurge but it was my birthday present to myself and I figured after all these years I earned it
On Sep 24, 2010 at 9:58 pm #
Gemme Designs says:This is FABULOUS Eileen, suuuuch patience with this!! Happy birthday, this sure is a sweet gift!! :0)
On Sep 24, 2010 at 10:01 pm #
Gemme Designs says:I was looking at it again, just amazing
How many rings, just for fun? I’m guessing close to 100…
On Sep 24, 2010 at 10:14 pm #
DragonFly Chick Eileen says:Awww thanks Johanne !! It was actually probably closer to about 250….until you asked I hadn’t even really thought about how many I used, no wonder it took so long to do !
On Sep 24, 2010 at 11:07 pm #
Dizzy Chick Lori Z says:Gorgeous present! And after that many 4mm rings, I’d be keeping it too! I bet it feels so luxurious to wear too! Happy B-day!
On Sep 25, 2010 at 12:20 am #
Sonja says:Wow this is sooooo gorgeous!!! Unbelievable! I’m trying to use my words… LOVE THIS!!!!!
On Sep 25, 2010 at 1:18 am #
Little Round Chick says:Absolutely exquisite and so rich looking.
On Sep 25, 2010 at 3:28 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Stunning !!!!!!
I love it !!!!!
And Happy Birthday !!!!!!
On Sep 25, 2010 at 7:02 am #
Chicky Suz aka Susan Z says:This is fantastic! Such a gorgeous bracelet! Happy Birthday!
On Sep 25, 2010 at 9:34 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:This is another one of those things to put on my bucket list…..learn chain mail!
What a gorgeous birthday present for yourself…..you most certainly do deserve it!!
Happy Birthday Eileen!
On Sep 25, 2010 at 5:55 pm #
NY Bella says:Beautiful piece! Happy birthday! Nice gift!!
On Sep 25, 2010 at 7:08 pm #
Dragon Stars says:I love the mix of metals and it is a wonderful pattern. I’m very fond of “maille” too!
On Sep 25, 2010 at 8:03 pm #
DragonFly Chick Eileen says:Thank You SO much for all your Birthday wishes and kind words….now I just need some sort of reason to make a matching necklace
On Sep 26, 2010 at 1:06 pm #
MoonBell says:Amazing! This is gorgeous, love it, into my faves.