The Design Gallery
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Chatter
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 »
desert cloudberry
About this design:
Here is my exam ring. Stripe ring with cz stone and patinated...that was what they asked.....
Myself, I do like how it turned out :) ( I am not a ring maker. Making ring is always quite nervousing to me ! )
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Jan 21, 2011 at 10:44 am #
LeighAnn F says:Beautiful! Nice clean design. Wonderful work. Anyone would be proud to wear this ring.
On Jan 21, 2011 at 10:55 am #
Arja A says:Thank You so much. I wore this ring today when I was at work, and it was very comfortable to wear.
On Jan 21, 2011 at 11:57 am #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Lovely work, Arja! Congrats on being a ring maker too!
On Jan 21, 2011 at 12:05 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:OMGosh! I LOVE IT!! I am really drawn to the band style you chose and the patina is perfect.
Phenomenal! I can’t believe you are just learning, it seems you’ve done this all your life.
On Jan 21, 2011 at 12:31 pm #
grama rose aka stormy says:I love it!! I think you did a wonderful job my dear!! I would buy a ring like thatt Only a bigger stone I have large hands!!! You will be fine and now a master silver worker!!!
On Jan 21, 2011 at 12:35 pm #
MoonBell says:Beautiful, of course! How do you know which stones will stand firing? I’ve been trying to figure that out… I have had PMC Silver for over a year, but I’m scared of it!
On Jan 21, 2011 at 12:55 pm #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:Oh, Arja, this is gorgeous! I love the design of the band and the way you set the stone! I would love to have a ring like this!
On Jan 21, 2011 at 1:26 pm #
Lyric Chick aka Bev says:Arja, do you ever stop creating?? Your work just gets more and more astounding! Is this clay or metal?
On Jan 21, 2011 at 2:00 pm #
MoonBell says:You’re definitely going to pass! I forgot to mention that part
On Jan 21, 2011 at 4:38 pm #
Mahala93 RockChick says:verycool!
On Jan 21, 2011 at 5:17 pm #
Lynn g says:Beautiful work!!!! looks as you had no problem with this one..
On Jan 21, 2011 at 5:20 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This is something. Just love the texture, color, stone setting, etc. You must be loving these classes!! SLS
On Jan 21, 2011 at 6:42 pm #
juju says:gorgeous!
On Jan 21, 2011 at 6:55 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Beautiful work Arja!
On Jan 22, 2011 at 2:31 am #
FaeryGoth Chick says:Great job Arja, it is very pretty!
On Jan 22, 2011 at 8:45 am #
Linda Talbott says:Your ring came out beautifully. I love the color of the stone with the color of the ring.
On Jan 22, 2011 at 11:03 am #
sunny chick says:Fabulous ring!
On Jan 22, 2011 at 12:20 pm #
Buster Browns MoM says:Beautiful Arja, I’m envious of your talent.
On Jan 22, 2011 at 12:46 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Ditto on all of the other comments. This is just great.
On Jan 22, 2011 at 2:43 pm #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:speechless!
On Jan 22, 2011 at 8:34 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:I ditto LRC’s ditto!
On Jan 23, 2011 at 12:55 pm #
NY Bella says:Beautiful!
On Jan 23, 2011 at 10:33 pm #
Daisy Chick - Dawn says:Very lovely! How proud you must be! I love the band! I have used CZ in my PMC pendants, the real stones you have to know which ones will stand up to the heat! I would be afraid real one would crack or change color.
On Jan 27, 2011 at 12:27 am #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Another winner Arja! You created such a nice modern design! Did you use q bezel strip or set the stone with syringe clay? Anyway, I love this ring!
On Feb 16, 2011 at 7:08 am #
Artful Chick aka Siobhan says:I just love your ring!!!
On Apr 23, 2011 at 9:02 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Arja you just keep on designing and creating. I still would like to be a mouse in your work area or a cobweb from your mind. No wait I am the one with the cobwebs in the brains. ROTFLOL