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on “Bluebells”:“Great design! Great flowers, too!
…” read »- on “Totally Teal”:
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- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Thanks for the suggestion Chelsea. I haven't done much etching so this would be a…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Yes, the wire is dead soft KSD. At 14 gauge anything but dead soft would…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Thanks everybody for all the compliments. I've had this little pendant & the pearls sitting on…” read »
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on “Pistachio Spring”:“Oh my goodness, Deb, another of your beautiful creations. I really like that leaf; the 1"…” read »
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- on “CALYPSO HOOPS”:
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on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Absolutely fabulous stones--and the triangular pendant is perfect. Gorgeous piece!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“That pendant is a sensational color. Looks great with the beads you chose. Oh, and kudos…” read »
on “Pistachio Spring”:“Exquisite!…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Close....Ottawa! lol! Lucky you living in the city with some of the best bead stores…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“This is stunning.....love the blue lace agate!…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“I love this Deb! It's so delicate-- and even if the leaf is only 1"...the…” read »
on “Field & Blue Skies”:“Yes, I agree with Deb, they are lovely in the photo.wish I could see them in…” read »
- on “Pistachio Spring”:
“So pretty! This is one of my favs!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“You must live in Montreal!! LOL!! And freaking cold too darn!!
Same here! …” read »- on “Field & Blue Skies”:
“Well if they are even prettier than the photos then they must be drop dead gorgeous.…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Love thgese Lynda. Beautiful and rustic! Will give the tute a look!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“I too am a huge fan of annealed steel wire for jewelry projects. After removing…” read »
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- on “To be,or not to be? Advice needed.”:
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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 “Bluebells”:“Thank you ladies, so glad you like them
…” read »- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Thank you all ~ glad you like them !
…” read » - on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“You can't beat black with silver and pearls! Great designs!…” read »
Marrakesh Express
About this design:
Somehow this vermeil and natural colored gemstone bracelet reminds me of the song by Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young called Marrakesh Express. If it's been a while since you've heard it, give it a listen. Great song ... and love these gemstones with the pearls! SLS
Marrakesh Express Lyrics
Artist:Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young
Whoopa, hey mesa, hooba huffa, hey meshy goosh goosh.
Looking at the world through the sunset in your eyes,
Traveling the train through clear Moroccan skies
Ducks and pigs and chickens call,
animal carpet wall to wall
American ladies five-foot tall in blue.
Sweeping cobwebs from the edges of my mind,
Had to get away to see what we could find.
Hope the days that lie ahead
bring us back to where they've led
listen not to what's been said to you.
Wouldn't you know we're riding on the Marrakesh Express.
Wouldn't you know we're riding on the Marrakesh Express,
they're taking me to Marrakesh.
All aboard the train.
All aboard the train.
I've been saving all my money just to take you there.
I smell the garden in your hair.
Take the train from Casablanca going south,
blowing smoke rings from the corners of my m m m m mouth.
Colored cottons hang in the air,
charming cobras in the square.
Striped djellebas we can wear at home.
Well, let me hear ya now.
Wouldn't you know we're riding on the Marrakesh Express.
Wouldn't you know we're riding on the Marrakesh Express,
they're taking me to Marrakesh.
Wouldn't you know we're riding on the Marrakesh Express.
Wouldn't you know we're riding on the Marrakesh Express,
they're taking me to Marrakesh.
All on board the train,
All on board the train,
All on board!
Components:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 5:12 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:Beautiful design, Shannon!
The many varied elements work so well together!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 5:21 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Great song and beautifully designed necklace! The design has an exotic look to it, Shannon!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 5:28 pm #
Beadlady3 aka Cindy says:With the title and having the song lyrics here, you totally nailed it! Gorgeous bracelet!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 6:27 pm #
sunny chick says:Oh, this rocks! Love the song and love, love, love this bracelet!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 7:29 pm #
NY Bella says:Gorgeous! Love this, Shannon!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 9:30 pm #
Pam E aka funky tulip says:Great song, and absolutely beautiful necklace!
On Jan 09, 2011 at 9:42 pm #
Chickie Nonnie T says:Absolutely gorgeous, I love it!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 12:40 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:stunning!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 1:14 am #
Orchid Betty says:Love the harmony between the different shapes and components, gorgeous design!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 8:10 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:Another absolute beauty!!!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 10:05 am #
DMYJewelryDesign on etsy says:Love this bracelet, so very pretty
On Jan 10, 2011 at 12:12 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Wow – wow – wow!!!!This is amazing, Shannon!! Great design and mix of components – love it!!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 3:01 pm #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:Shannon, this is absolutely marvelous! I love that song, and it perfectly matches the mysterious, exotic look of this bracelet. Fave!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 4:51 pm #
Mahala93 RockChick says:Beautiful!
On Jan 10, 2011 at 7:25 pm #
Lynn g says:This is stunning, and I love the song too!!!!
On Jan 11, 2011 at 2:41 pm #
Lyric Chick aka Bev says:This looks like CSN sounds…smooth, flowing, and tight!!!!! I have seen them 4 or 5 times and it only gets better!!!David Crosby is my hero, even though I think this is a Graham Nash song. Glad to see ther are other Chickies infected with transferring the energy of music into the beauty of beads.
On Jan 11, 2011 at 10:56 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Thank you all for your wonderful comments. This bracelet sold very unexpectedly tonight! SLS