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on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“These would definitely cheer me up, love them both! I have some of this sari silk…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Fantastic, I really like it.…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“very pretty !…” read »
on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love them all!!…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
- on “Cultus Lake Market”:
“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Can you please tell me if the 14 gauge is Dead Soft? I just started…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
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 »
on “Bluebells”:“Beautiful work
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on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great job!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
- on “Connected to the Trees”:
“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
- 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 »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Oh my...I want them.…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Thank you!.. Yes Ann the ring is worked in a spiral.…” read »
- on “Rock and Roll Earrings”:
“Are there instructions I am missing?…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Gorgeous earrings; gorgeous flowers! Thanks for sharing both.…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Very pretty!…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
A bead pendant
About this design:
A bead turned into a inexpensive gift..
Components:
Pietersite, and sterling silverAdditional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Dec 20, 2010 at 3:19 pm #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:Very lovely, Lynn…I love your wire work!
On Dec 20, 2010 at 3:21 pm #
grama rose aka stormy says:Lovely lovely ! a wonderful gift!!!
On Dec 20, 2010 at 3:27 pm #
K H says:Perfect wirework for a beautiful bead!!!
On Dec 20, 2010 at 3:48 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:pretty!
On Dec 20, 2010 at 3:52 pm #
DMYJewelryDesign on etsy says:Nice job!
On Dec 20, 2010 at 3:55 pm #
amkcreations aka Amanda says:Very pretty pendant with excellent wire-work.
On Dec 20, 2010 at 5:07 pm #
Copper Penny says:Gorgeous, wire wrapping pendants is something I want to learn.
On Dec 20, 2010 at 6:38 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:Shhhh! I won’t tell (that it’s inexpensive)… It looks gorgeous!
On Dec 20, 2010 at 7:54 pm #
KPJEWELS says:Me neither. Lovely wirework.
On Dec 20, 2010 at 9:28 pm #
Science Chick Runs Sibes says:Nor me…Love the stone, very nice wirework. Your friend will think it’s an expensive gift.
On Dec 20, 2010 at 10:36 pm #
BeadAddict says:Very nice wirework – it’s beautiful!
On Dec 21, 2010 at 12:23 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Great wirework as usual and beautiful pendant!
On Dec 21, 2010 at 8:01 am #
Linda Talbott says:Beautiful ~ I love the Pietersite with the wire wrapping.
On Dec 21, 2010 at 8:26 am #
Arja A says:Lovely, elegant, stylish!
Love it.
On Dec 21, 2010 at 9:38 am #
sunny chick says:Your wire work is exquisite!
On Dec 21, 2010 at 11:39 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Love the stone, and your wire work is gorgeous !!!
On Dec 21, 2010 at 4:50 pm #
MoonBell says:I can’t believe how nice your wirework is, that’s amazing! I wish mine looked half that good. Great job.
On Dec 21, 2010 at 10:12 pm #
Lynn g says:Thank you every one, this even took me less than 5 min. to make.. The bead is from Lima Beads.
On Dec 23, 2010 at 11:37 am #
Rocky D says:This is just gorgous. Something like I would like to own.
On Dec 23, 2010 at 12:48 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Awesome!!!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 11:15 pm #
Harmony on Strings says:love how you did this
On Dec 30, 2010 at 3:08 pm #
Mahala93 RockChick says:You are so smart!
On Mar 22, 2012 at 1:10 pm #
Marlene says:I love the way you incorporated the bail into the design – very nice