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on “Butterfly Dance”:“Very intriguing. This piece just has so much going on! I don't think I could do…” read »
on “A Green Cuff”:“Nancy's back with another beautiful bracelet. Copper & green...perfect.…” read »
on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:“Very pretty! The blue is so saturated and vibrant.…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Yay! What a great neighbor! I especially like the 1st pair w/ the patina and the…” read »
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“Wow lucky you! I would probably get into doing metal working if I got that as…” read »
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“The bead weaving part is awesome. The whole necklace is very different and I like that.…” read »
on “In The Garden of Olives”:“P.S.--its so hard to tell in the pics what color the stones in the pendant are--they…” read »
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on “Aurora Damask”:“About the swellegant patinas.. not hard just difficult to determine when you are done letting it…” read »
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on “In The Garden of Olives”:“Beautiful pendant and chain goes well with design. What kind of metal is it?…” read »
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- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Love the new shapes, Nancy. This gift will be keeping you busy for quite awhile!…” read »
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Remembering Edna
About this design:
This piece was Sam's Christmas gift. Edna was our neighbor and surrogate grandma. After Edna passed away 2 years ago, her husband and daughter gave me a few pieces of her broken jewelry, thinking I could make use of the pearls and crystals. I used some of the crystals to make this bracelet for my daughter.
Components:
leather, vintage crystals (maybe glass), beadalon's dandylineAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 08, 2011 at 4:25 pm #
Lynn g says:I love it, I love it…. Very nice way to remember her.
On Jan 08, 2011 at 4:27 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Thanks so much, Lynn! It seemed like a great design for a 19 year old.
On Jan 08, 2011 at 6:08 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Jeanne, what a wonderful remembrance/gift for Sam! She’ll treasure this always.
I love the design and the way you constructed this beautiful piece!
On Jan 08, 2011 at 6:34 pm #
Debbi aka Sparkle Chick says:A great bracelet design for a 19 year old…a special remembrance with a youthful look! Love it Jeanne!
On Jan 08, 2011 at 6:36 pm #
Harmony on Strings says:What an interesting way to do this. I love it. I think there is something wonderful about incorporating old jewelry into a new piece..a great way to preserve memories.
On Jan 08, 2011 at 6:42 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Thank you Lynn, Debbi and Harmony!
I made several of these “ladder bracelet” at Christmas time with simple glass beads. They were snatched up at work.
But as you friends know – this one is very special. Sadly, Edna’s husband “Grandpa Mike” passed away late October. Sam feels like she has no grandparents now. They were very special people.
On Jan 08, 2011 at 6:46 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:How nice of you to do that! I like this kind of bracelet, and I plan doing something like this when I find time.
On Jan 08, 2011 at 7:18 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Wenche- I’m sure you can put this together in no time.
Wolfkazzy posted a similar bracelet recently- It was a really pretty double wrap. I’ve stuck with the single length.
I’m really glad to have discovered the dandyline. It holds it’s shape better than the fireline that was recommende by my local shop. I put this together in about a 1/2 hour.
On Jan 08, 2011 at 7:34 pm #
Harriet aka BeadVizChick says:Jeanne: This is really gorgeous – beautiful use of crystal and leather. Unique and a wonderful tribute to your neighbor. Thanks for posting the photos.
On Jan 08, 2011 at 8:34 pm #
sunny chick says:What a lovely bracelet!
On Jan 08, 2011 at 10:54 pm #
Gemme Designs says:Very clever design and precious piece for your daughter!
On Jan 08, 2011 at 11:30 pm #
Gemme Designs says:If you ever have or know of a tutorial for this, let me know, I’d love to make one!!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 12:04 am #
Orchid Betty says:Beautiful piece especially that it has sentimental value!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 6:44 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Thank you so much, Ladies!
Johanne – the directions are in the January issue of Bead Style magazine. It should still be available at craft and bead stores.
On Jan 09, 2011 at 10:03 am #
ChickyD aka Debra says:This is beautiful, Jeanne! Sam will treasure it always. What a lovely way to remember someone special.
On Jan 09, 2011 at 6:02 pm #
Dora H says:Beautiful and what a lovely tribute piece…
On Jan 09, 2011 at 7:21 pm #
NY Bella says:This is so pretty, Jeanne! I’m going to try something like this- I’m studying a tutorial online-we’ll see!!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 3:20 pm #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:Thank you for the info on where to get the instructions, Jeanne…I would love to try making one of these bracelets. This one is so very pretty, and perfect for a 19-year-old. What a wonderful way to keep fond memories close!
On Jan 14, 2011 at 6:27 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Deb, If you can’t find it, message me. I can send you a copy through snail or e-mail.