The Design Gallery
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Chatter
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda the ring is cute, did you a spiral worked in to your ring?…” read »
on “Garden Droplets”:“Love it....You always inspire me, Ali !…” read »
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 »
Summer Sherbert with Turquoise sprinkles
About this design:
This fun summery piece flew off my store shelf!
Components:
This piece is loaded with Turquoise, Amethyst, Cherry Quartz, New Jade, Amazonite, Carnelian, with fresh water pearls and crystals.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Aug 05, 2009 at 3:28 pm #
Chicky Chicky Blueroze says:It does look yummy and very summery as well. Great fun piece.
On Aug 05, 2009 at 3:35 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:I can see why this necklace sold quickly! What a lovely color combo for the hot months of summer! Very pretty!
On Aug 05, 2009 at 8:46 pm #
K H says:Beautiful,and what a good way to use up beads left over from other projects.
On Aug 06, 2009 at 1:10 am #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:This is bright and cheerful!
On Aug 06, 2009 at 4:12 am #
Starsparkle Spiral Chick says:Gorgeous! The colours are just right for the summer, I’m not surprised it sold so quickly
On Aug 06, 2009 at 10:11 am #
CAS says:Love … adore … love … adore! I’m happy
it sold so fast for you, but sad 
I wasn’t the one to buy it, ah well … beautiful none the less …
On Aug 06, 2009 at 2:12 pm #
tmkrowan says:This is very inspiring! Here’s one for you:
On Aug 06, 2009 at 6:11 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Artwoman, what a lovely necklace and earrings combo! You should post this under your own name in the Design Gallery!
On Aug 06, 2009 at 8:40 pm #
Steph says:Love it very nice!
On Aug 07, 2009 at 9:03 am #
D D Mystic Chick says:luv the color combo! not surprised it flew
On Aug 07, 2009 at 9:14 am #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Oh Yeah, I would make a bee line to this piece if I saw it for sale somewhere!!! I’m not surprised it sold so quickly. It IS beautiful!
On Aug 07, 2009 at 10:42 am #
Happy Chick aka Harriet says:Soo pretty!!
and not a thing I am comfortable doing for myself…very major control freak in person, right here. 
Artwoman, I agree with Lynn. This should be shown on the design page. Very, very, nice.
On Aug 07, 2009 at 6:31 pm #
Anita QoG Funny Chick says:Very Pretty, Very summery!!! I’m supprised it even made it to the shelf!!! lol………
On Aug 11, 2009 at 8:53 am #
seashellsally says:Festival of color!
On Sep 08, 2009 at 8:45 pm #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Where was I when you posted this design???
I usually prefer more subdued colors, but this one makes me smile with joy! I can see why it flew off your shelf – great colors, great balance, neat design!
On Sep 08, 2009 at 9:59 pm #
K H says:CCS – you were not the only chicky asleep the day this was posted!!! I love the color so much that I would find ways to wear it any time of the year!!!
On Sep 08, 2009 at 11:46 pm #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:K H, I’m with you! Too bad it’s already gone, or we’d have to figure out a way to share it!
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:05 am #
K H says:Do you want the even days or odd?
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:08 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Well, K H, since I’m a little bit odd,
maybe i should stick with what I know best! LOL!
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:12 am #
K H says:Ok, you wear it tomorrow and I get it Thursday
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:13 am #
Little Round Chick says:This is a very happy piece definitely sherbet colors, yummy, yum, yum! Love the combo.
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:15 am #
K H says:Oh no, it looks like we have to figure out a 3-way split!
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:17 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Is there something between even and odd?
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:19 am #
Little Round Chick says:Even, Odd, So-so?
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:29 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Or fractions? Imaginary numbers?
On Sep 09, 2009 at 12:36 am #
K H says:How about some of that good ole “Fuzzy Math” that “W” warned us about?