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Deb Harding on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »


Ann-a706 on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Plum Orchard”:“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Violets”:“This is just so gorgeous, Laud ! And your photos are great (as always) -…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Thank you all for the lovely comments.
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Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:“Omigosh Wanda.... I do not have the words to adequately express just how awesome this peace…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Violets”:“Laud, here's a link I found from Artbeads - dunno if its what you want -…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Violets”:“So gorgeous! And ditto to what everyone else said. I want one
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Nancy Mc on “Violets”:“Maybe this will work. http://fusionbeadsblog.com/2013/05/02/announcing-all-new-swarovski-elements-crystal-color-blends/…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Amazon Blues”:“Very pretty and organic look here. I like the light/dark pattern,and the little splash of bright…” read »
Nancy Mc on “ORANGE BRACELET”:“Just beautiful. What a great mix of materials. those chunky Carnelian are nice and juicy.
…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Yes..I agree with Granny. Professional is the perfect word. It has such nice balance.So many different…” read »
Deb Harding on “Ocean Fantasy”:“Your bracelet is just so absolutely awesome. I would love to learn how to do…” read »
N Taylor on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“Beadinggma, Start with a nice chain. Each link in this is 6mmx5mm. Wire wrap three to…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Plum Orchard”:“I am speechless. How lovely in every respect.…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“You've done an exquisite job on this - like already said, the colors, the bead mix,…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Leftovers”:“This is gorgeous. Sometimes using leftovers can give you the best pieces!…” read »
N Taylor on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Love this combination. Very nice looking piece.…” read »
Laud on “Violets”:“Y'know, I went looking for that Swarovski color combo and couldn't find it. Anyone have a…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Ocean Fantasy”:“Thanks for adding that pic. I love the pink and green sea glass. What an awesome…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Violets”:“Just exquisite. I agree with Rootware about the color combo. I've also seen the new Swarovski…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“All I can say is wow!! That is a lot of work. It's just stunning!…” read »
Silvery Moon on “Ocean Fantasy”:“Hi Deb I have just added the other side…” read »
meowbeads on “Dragonfly for Kathy”:“I'm brand new to this sight and this is the first "eye candy" that really caught…” read »
Deb Harding on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Love that pendant! Great design altogether.…” read »

Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Leftovers”:“Gorgeous design! Love the gold with the deep rich colors.…” read »

beadinggma on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:“Love this, colors, beads, focal overall design is fabulous!!! Well done!…” read »
beadinggma on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“I love this...I would like to make one as I love the style, but don't know…” read »
Cathy H Chocolate Chick on “Plum Orchard”:“This is beautiful! I love that tree pendant, but never knew how to incorporate other…” read »

Need4Beadz on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“This is lovely...so elegant!…” read »
Need4Beadz on “Plum Orchard”:“This is stunning! I love it, and hope you win the competition!…” read »

Eeka Mouse on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:“My fingers hurt imagining all those wrapped loops... but it looks GREAT!…” read »
Eeka Mouse on “Plum Orchard”:“This is a marvelous use of that tree!…” read »

About this design:
Ok, I have to admit, I am addicted to these 'beaded beads'! This time in shades of burgundy/silver/gold and the rest of the necklace fell into place from there.
Clasp can be worn in back or on the side (too pretty to hide?), and it's also made with garnets in 3 trios different sizes/shapes, lampwork glass in a few sizes, hill tribe silver disks, gold leafed wooden beads, raku beads, and some of those luscious copper beads that are heat treated with 24 kt gold in a few sizes and shapes.
Components:
See above.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
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On May 18, 2013 at 11:48 am
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On Nov 14, 2010 at 1:43 pm #
Arja A says:Great Shannon! Here is so much fun in this design, Love every detail. When weared this should be turned every half hour because there is nothing that should be hided!
On Nov 14, 2010 at 2:11 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:LOL, I like your idea! I’ll have to try that when I wear it. I have a beautiful red/burgundy silk top that I’m planning to wear it with. Wonder if it will look like I have a different necklace on every 30 minutes??! SLS
On Nov 14, 2010 at 2:16 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:beautiful!
On Nov 14, 2010 at 2:29 pm #
Pam E aka funky tulip says:this is wonderful, and sounds like you have the perfect top to wear it with
On Nov 14, 2010 at 3:37 pm #
KPJEWELS says:Wow, this is so gorgeous.
On Nov 14, 2010 at 4:33 pm #
Orchid Betty says:Wow this necklace is so beautiful; love everything about it, fabulous design!
On Nov 15, 2010 at 7:56 am #
Linda Talbott says:Stunning … the design is amazing; I love all the beads you combined, and the beaded beads are, of course, incredible.
On Nov 15, 2010 at 8:36 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Gorgeous!
On Nov 15, 2010 at 8:41 am #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:Shannon, that is amazing! Your eclectic designs are truly stunning!
On Nov 15, 2010 at 9:25 am #
SAJ says:Shannon
Love this necklace! The colors, choice of beads and of course the beaded beads! Into my favs!!
On Nov 15, 2010 at 1:40 pm #
sunny chick says:Divine!
On Nov 16, 2010 at 11:01 am #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:This is really spectacular and unique! I agree with Arja…no side sould be hidden!
On Nov 16, 2010 at 11:02 am #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:Oops, that was supposed to be “should”!
On Nov 17, 2010 at 8:11 pm #
Lynn g says:Wow I love it, those beaded beads are something.
On Nov 17, 2010 at 8:24 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Thanks! I love those beaded beads too … check out the teal one that I posted too Lynn if you get a second. SLS
On Nov 18, 2010 at 5:52 pm #
Dora H says:very spectacular…..