The Design Gallery
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Chatter
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 »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“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.
…” read » 
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 »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Mmmmmm, yummy color! Love it!
…” read » - on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Kate is right, It definitely has that "industrial chic" look. Great color, excellent design! …” read »
- on “Butterfly Dance”:
“Thanks so much everyone. When I designed this I was thinking that the butterflies were skipping…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“Great Pendant! Love it! If you aren't sure about the design, put it away for a…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“Instant summer! Love 'em!
…” read » - on “Butterfly Dance”:
“You should be pleased. You have made a unique and lovely design.
…” read » - on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Glorious color and a great design!
…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“Guys can be such a pain. I'm sure ear rings would look great even if…” read »
Sea Abundance
About this design:
I had this sponge coral for a while and could not combine it with nothing until one day I was bored and decided to play with my stones; I put different chain colors near it and found that the brass looked nice with it, so this necklace was created!
Components:
Natural Sponge coral, Strawberry Quartz, golden Fish and Flower metal, antique bronze Bead caps and Brass ChainAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Nov 12, 2010 at 11:56 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:This is lovely Betty!!
On Nov 12, 2010 at 2:51 pm #
sunny chick says:Gorgeous design, Betty!
On Nov 12, 2010 at 7:44 pm #
Lynn g says:This one is pretty too!!
On Nov 13, 2010 at 12:31 am #
Chicky Bear-Tara says:It’s beautiful Betty! I love it and would wear it in a heartbeat!
On Nov 13, 2010 at 7:51 am #
Linda Talbott says:Another beauty.
On Nov 13, 2010 at 1:53 pm #
NY Bella says:Very pretty!
On Nov 13, 2010 at 7:41 pm #
Daisy Chick - Dawn says:I love this necklace! It is great!
On Nov 13, 2010 at 11:25 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Thank you ladies for your lovely comments!
On Nov 14, 2010 at 10:45 am #
Flutterbug says:So many of the best creations come about that way, and this one sure is gorgeous! I just love how you just the little flowers to break up the chain and add, well, for want of a better word (and I’m trying hard to find one) interesting.
On Nov 14, 2010 at 11:07 am #
Pam E aka funky tulip says:perfect combination
On Nov 14, 2010 at 4:54 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Thanks Pam
On Nov 14, 2010 at 4:59 pm #
KPJEWELS says:Oh! I like, I like.
On Nov 14, 2010 at 4:59 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Thanks Doodlebert for your comment!