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on “first”:“I don't think so.because I don't usually have a problem. I know JenniferLynn had the same…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“Funny, Deb Harding, I borrowed the book from the library because of one of your posts…” read »
on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“I think them! Love the color combination. They would go with everything.…” read »
on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:“Inspiring me about what to do with all my smaller chips, stones, etc! Extra nice design…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Both the flowers and the earrings are beautiful! Great job capturing the feel of the real…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“Those leaves are gorgeous...this bracelet is a perfect setting for.them.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“I have that same book....its awesome isn't it? You did an excellant job on the leather…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Fantastic job...you definitely captured the look of your flowers. I seriously want your flowers...lol.…” read »
- on “first”:
“Its not just you. This has happened to me twice. There was an upload problem...it took…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
…” read »- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
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on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You can't beat black with silver and pearls! Great designs!…” read »
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 »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Gorgeous!!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“What a nice, clean design. Both are winners. I have been working on jewelry…” read »
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 »
Pearl Shimmer
About this design:
I made this in a class at Nomadic Notions in Austin. I LOVE wearing it and receive many compliments. It' shimmers much more than in this pic. I may have to take another picture.
Components:
freshwater pearls, copper chain & findings, Swavorski crystals, seed beads, and fire polished glass.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 11:24 am #
Claire C says:Unique and stunning! It shimmers like the heavens.
On Dec 24, 2010 at 11:35 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Such a stunning necklace, Debra! It looks beautiful on you!!!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 11:52 am #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Thank you so much, Claire and Lynn!!!!
Lynn, it’s SO GOOD to hear from you! Merry Christmas!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 11:59 am #
grama rose aka stormy says:Beautiful!!! I love you back round too!!! looks like a wonderful bead store!!! merry Christmas!!!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 12:54 pm #
K H says:Debra, this is beautiful! I recently went to a pearl trunk show – so many pearls, so little time!!!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 2:05 pm #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Thank you, Stormy and K H!
Oh, I just LOVE pearls! A pearl trunk show sounds fabulous. One can NEVER have too many pearls!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 2:56 pm #
Little Round Chick says:I agree Debra…there is no such thing as “Too Many Pearls!”
Love the necklace. You definitely shimmer in it.
On Dec 24, 2010 at 3:13 pm #
amkcreations aka Amanda says:Lovely necklace, so pretty. I also am a bit of a pearl addict, being a June baby, I guess it’s expected, lol. Pretty necklace, love it!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 3:36 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This necklace is amazing and I can tell if I make it to Austin I’m going to have to look up that bead store. Great job!! SLS
On Dec 24, 2010 at 5:44 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Stunning, Debra! Great job!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 9:10 pm #
FaeryGoth Chick says:very pretty Debra!
On Dec 24, 2010 at 10:59 pm #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:Very pretty… a lot of work… !!!!!
On Dec 25, 2010 at 12:18 am #
C Clark says:Very dramatic, and beautiful. I went to the Nomadic Notions in San Antonio several months ago to find it closed. I miss it. I learned how to knot pearls there and I love to do it.
On Dec 25, 2010 at 1:09 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Stunnng Debra!
On Dec 25, 2010 at 8:01 am #
Linda Talbott says:Gorgeous … I love the way it hangs, and I bet it’s beautiful, with sparkle, when you move. Fabulous.
On Dec 25, 2010 at 11:45 am #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Thank you ALL so very, very much!
C Clark, yes, there is only one Nomadic Notions left…the Austin store. The man who owns it used to have one in Houston, Dallas, and San A, too. We’ve been assured the Austin one will not close. Do you live in Texas?
On Dec 25, 2010 at 3:09 pm #
C Clark says:Yes, we live in San Antonio. We lived in Austin in the late-60′s when my husband was at UT. We loved Austin then but it really has grown since then.
I’ll probably have to make a drive over to Austin. I’ll bet you have several good bead stores there.
On Dec 26, 2010 at 9:29 am #
Eeka Mouse says:Debra, this is gorgeous! I’ve been thinking of doing something with white pearls and copper, but it won’t be as impressive as your shimmering waterfall of a necklace.
On Dec 26, 2010 at 2:29 pm #
Copper Penny says:This is really lovely, a showstopper. I can see why you are getting so many compliments.
On Dec 26, 2010 at 4:38 pm #
NY Bella says:A gorgeous piece! Congrats!
On Dec 27, 2010 at 10:35 am #
Lynn g says:This is beautiful, love all the dangles..
On Dec 27, 2010 at 12:40 pm #
ChickyD aka Debra says:Thank you all for your sweet comments!
Eeka Mouse, the pearls are actually a soft dusty pink. The round ones seem to change color depending on the light; sometimes they look dusty rose and sometimes pale bronze.
C Clark, there are at least 3 good bead stores I know of. 2 are actually on the same street within about 3 or 4 blocks of each other. Very convenient….and DANGEROUS
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On Dec 27, 2010 at 1:18 pm #
Cecilia-Gems of Heaven says:Girls love their pearls and this is so pretty. It must have taken you quite some time but the turnout is beautiful.
On Dec 27, 2010 at 6:04 pm #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:Stunning necklace, Debra! I love it!