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Cranberry Leopards
About this design:
The dark Leopardskin Jasper beads (LB's) went perfectly with the Plum Jade and Leopardskin Jasper Pendant that I already had.
Components:
Leopardskin Jasper, Plum Jade, Czech Fire-polished Glass Beads, Vintage Lucite Beads, Silver-plated beads & findingsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jul 30, 2009 at 8:44 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:You’ve been busy, Christine!
This is stunning! I love the deep plum tones!
where do you find your fabulous pendants?
BTW – Larry was in Mystic today and he didn’t take me! The nerve!
On Jul 30, 2009 at 8:52 pm #
CAS says:Did he bring back beads at least??? And, yes I’ve been on a bit of a tear lately, I’ve made 9 necklaces in the past week (4 in one day).
On Jul 30, 2009 at 8:58 pm #
KPJEWELS says:CAS, this is a fabulous piece.
On Jul 30, 2009 at 9:12 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:He did not
So – Is there a reason for this frenzy?
On Jul 30, 2009 at 9:18 pm #
CAS says:Just the creative juices flowing …
You should start whispering in Larry’s ear at night … “Mystic = beads, Mystic = beads, Mystic = beads” …
On Jul 30, 2009 at 9:32 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:Beautiful purples…love it!
On Jul 30, 2009 at 10:31 pm #
Shannon aka Silly Chick says:Just Plum Beautiful!!! There is such great contrast in this necklace, CAS! I love it!!
On Jul 31, 2009 at 12:04 am #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:Great colors, CAS!
On Jul 31, 2009 at 3:17 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Well, first I love purples! Second, I love this necklace and pendant! Third, I never would have thought to add the leopardskin jasper to it, yet it is a perfect addition! Great choices, Christine!
Isn’t it funny how sometimes we bead in “spurts” or “tears”? Once those creative juices get flowing, look out!!!
On Jul 31, 2009 at 3:33 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Christine, you’re going to have to open your own shop! Another gorgeous Christine Creation! Love the balance, love the colors…oh heck, just love it!
On Jul 31, 2009 at 5:00 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:You definitely need to open a shop! The pendant is gorgeous & all the colors go so well together
On Jul 31, 2009 at 5:03 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:I think I’m spending too much time on here ~ I’ve started using the American spelling of “colour”!
On Jul 31, 2009 at 7:54 am #
KPJEWELS says:Christine, I’m envious. I don’t think there’s any words in the dictionary to describe how gorgeous all of your pieces are. Fabulous. Starsparkle, when you spell using the “ou” instead of “o”, it is the Canadian way, eh. (or British, if you like)LOL
On Jul 31, 2009 at 10:16 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:CAS, CAS, CAS!! You are just a never ending show of inspiration!! I know you are probably tired of
hearing this but; I love this too!!!
Perfect blend of stones and pattern and color…!!
Are your pendants from E-Bay(of which you spoke of before) or ?????
On Jul 31, 2009 at 10:20 am #
CAS says:Yes Mary, the pendants are from my favorite pendant source on ebay.
Thank you, thank you, thank you Chickys for all of the kind words and encouragement. You … validate me …
On Jul 31, 2009 at 11:51 am #
Dragon Stars says:That Plum Jade is to die for georgous! It looks great with the Jasper. Purple has got to be my all time favorite.
On Jul 31, 2009 at 1:05 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:This is so lovely…
On Jul 31, 2009 at 7:17 pm #
D D Mystic Chick says:very pretty! plummy purply necklace! luv it!
On Aug 02, 2009 at 4:38 pm #
Pendant Moon says:Hi Cas,
I’m not on here often, but have to say I love your work, beautifully put together, looking forward to seeing some more. jan, UK
On Aug 03, 2009 at 5:23 pm #
Anita QoG Funny Chick says:You’ve been a busy little Chicky!!! Love, love, love it!!!! Keep up the Beautiful work!!!