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on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“love how you're exploring so many beautiful variations with this technique, Julia....they all end up in…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This a stunning piece, the heart pendant,WOW!!…” read »
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on “Country Leaves”:“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
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- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
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“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
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on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
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on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
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- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
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Oh Ruby
About this design:
I wasn't sure if I liked these when they arrived, but I must say they have grown on me! This was a really fun necklace to make.
Components:
Ruby Line Agate Graduated & Faceted Rondelles (LB's), Tierra Cast bead caps, sterling silver rounds & chain.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Nov 13, 2010 at 8:56 pm #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:Ah each time I see you, baby my heart cries
I tell ya I’m gonna steal you away from all those guys
Whoa, oh, oh, oh, oh, from the happy day I met ya
Now I made a bet that I was goin’ to get ya
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby will you be mine?
OK, that’s old but who wouldn’t want these lovely ruby agate beads? Love your design!
On Nov 13, 2010 at 9:36 pm #
Daisy Chick - Dawn says:Ruby pink! Lovely colors, I like it!
On Nov 13, 2010 at 11:53 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Lovely colors and beautiful necklace!
On Nov 14, 2010 at 3:38 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Looks real good!
On Nov 14, 2010 at 8:06 am #
Linda Talbott says:I love the rondelles … your necklace is beautiful.
On Nov 14, 2010 at 8:55 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Definitely my style!
Love the colors and the design!
On Nov 14, 2010 at 8:57 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Love the design !
On Nov 14, 2010 at 11:15 am #
sunny chick says:Beautiful!
On Nov 14, 2010 at 1:15 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Wow, love those beads … what a fun design!! SLS
On Nov 14, 2010 at 7:09 pm #
Natures Precious Gems says:Thank you everyone for your wonderful comments! Cindy, I must say I did not realize there was a song
~Shannon
On Nov 15, 2010 at 5:04 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:I’m not overly fond of pink, but theses beads look mighty fin in this setting! Nice touch to ‘mix up’ the sizes a bit.
On Nov 15, 2010 at 5:08 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:ugh, please ignore my horrible typing. I am wiped out from my 2day show this past weekend. but it went well
I’ve got some Imperial Jasper big rondelles I’ve been struggling w/ what to do. you’re giving me ideas…
On Nov 15, 2010 at 9:13 pm #
Natures Precious Gems says:I’m glad I was able to spark some ideas for you! You’ll have to post what you’ve made. I’ve been non-stop lately. I can’t seem to keep up with all my earring sales. I think I’ve made about 150 pairs in less than 2 weeks.