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sweetjane on “Antique Copper Rose”:
“Very vintage and very lovely design!!…” read »
Deb Harding on “Amazon Blues”:
“They look good together...I would have never thought of that.…” read »
Deb Harding on “Dancing Loops”:
“These are all 3 very cool. Another thing I need.to try. Nancy...haha...your comment.…” read »
Deb Harding on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“LOL Nancy. That druzy is very nice!! Beautiful piece.…” read »
Gail Layne on “Violets”:
“Gorgeous! I could see a design like this making a fabulous choker too! Love the color…” read »
Gail Layne on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Very striking and well put together. I absolutely love the pendent, I can see why it…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“Oh my gosh,Rock Chick. This is a treasure! I'm glad you took a picture in the sun,so…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very nice work. Look how the colors give each set a totally different vibe. I have…” read »
Peggy3 on “Dancing Loops”:
“Very cool. I've got to try chain maille…” read »
Silvery Moon on “Boho Silken Tassel”:
“Gorgeous necklace Deb, I love the colour combination…” read »
Marti D on “Lovely Impression”:
“love it…” read »
Laud on “Violets”:
“Ah! I finally found the lavender/peridot beads. They're lovely, and I can see some interesting pieces…” read »
N Taylor on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“This is great. The druzy always puts a piece over the top.…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you Peggy and Laud for the wonderful comments. Yes they are Laud, or peanut shaped.…” read »
Laud on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Stunning! To me the design looks more Indian (as in India) because it has such richness.…” read »
Laud on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Wonderful design. I'm very fond of the elements, too, especially carnelian. Great job!…” read »
Deb Harding on “Leftovers”:
“These colors are very rich. I love the matte finish on those black beads. That gives…” read »
Deb Harding on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“You definitely have a way with the sari silk. I'm trying to figure out how that…” read »
N Taylor on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“I am so glad you started sharing your work. This is amazing.…” read »
Peggy3 on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Gorgeous. Welcome to the gallery…” read »
Peggy3 on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Great design Who doesn't love turquoise …” read »
Deb Harding on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“This is extremely cool! I love the look of asymetrical flower necklaces.and this one is a…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Violets”:
“Try create your style, it is a swarovski site.…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Violets”:
“Very feminine and nice combo.…” read »
Ann-a706 on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Spectacular! Wanda you out did your self. A choice peace of art.…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Plum Orchard”:
“Fabulous design - - and I loved the description of your inspiration and the details of…” read »
Crazy Beader on “Violets”:
“This is just so gorgeous, Laud ! And your photos are great (as always) -…” read »
Beadzilla aka Wanda on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Thank you all for the lovely comments. …” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Recycled Coral Flower RIng”:
“Omigosh Wanda.... I do not have the words to adequately express just how awesome this peace…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Violets”:
“Laud, here's a link I found from Artbeads - dunno if its what you want -…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Violets”:
“So gorgeous! And ditto to what everyone else said. I want one .…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Violets”:
“Maybe this will work. http://fusionbeadsblog.com/2013/05/02/announcing-all-new-swarovski-elements-crystal-color-blends/…” read »
Nancy Mc on “Amazon Blues”:
“Very pretty and organic look here. I like the light/dark pattern,and the little splash of bright…” read »
Nancy Mc on “ORANGE BRACELET”:
“Just beautiful. What a great mix of materials. those chunky Carnelian are nice and juicy. …” read »
Nancy Mc on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“Yes..I agree with Granny. Professional is the perfect word. It has such nice balance.So many different…” read »
Deb Harding on “Ocean Fantasy”:
“Your bracelet is just so absolutely awesome. I would love to learn how to do…” read »
N Taylor on “Pearl and Crystal Cluster”:
“Beadinggma, Start with a nice chain. Each link in this is 6mmx5mm. Wire wrap three to…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Plum Orchard”:
“I am speechless. How lovely in every respect.…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Southwest coral and turquoise”:
“You've done an exquisite job on this - like already said, the colors, the bead mix,…” read »
Granny Chick aka Nancy on “Leftovers”:
“This is gorgeous. Sometimes using leftovers can give you the best pieces!…” read »

Mini-Round Robin - Purple Heart

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About this design:

This mini-round robin project with Carol and Martha warmed my heart (literally!). Mine started with a 6 inch segment in the back (including a flower clasp and bead) and I also sent Carol the lovely lampwork focal by Stephanie Ann with a large pink amethyst attached for her to add to it.

And boy did she ... she added some lovely gemstones from her collection, as well as lampwork beads that echoed the flower theme started by me.

Then Martha added her magic, beads, and creativity with a lovely addition that helped set off this special focal.

This was such a fun collaboration with the three of us ... within a month we each had a completed necklace that was uniquely our own, shared our bead stashes and created necklaces that we alone wouldn't have dreamed in our minds!

Personally, mine got some neat touches of green that I might not have added and the black additions really helped the focal. I tend to DREAM in purple so mine might have ended up all purple without the wonderful collaboration and teamwork that we created with these pieces.

Can't wait for you to see their additions, which are all being posted here today. We urge you all to start some 'mini-round robins' of your own.

Currently there are two teams of 6 people(The Global Beadettes and the Beading Contessas) that are mailing 6" or longer completed pieces each month to each other. It's been a lot of fun to see these pieces grow and develop, but until the end, no peeking or sharing is allowed within each team. These each also have a detailed journal which is being created and added to by each of us. What a special project these round robins are, big or small!!

Components:

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Read the comments (or add your own)

On Mar 18, 2011 at 4:00 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:

Let me the first to say, all three of you ladies necklaces are just beautiful. You are all very talented and creative with unique styles. Congrats on the beautiful creations you have made!!!!!
On Mar 18, 2011 at 4:05 pm #
NY Bella says:

Ditto to what Karen said! Congrats!
On Mar 18, 2011 at 4:07 pm #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:

Gorgeous necklaces great design and awesome teamwork!
On Mar 18, 2011 at 5:36 pm #
Boston Lady says:

Shannon, this round robin with you and Martha was so much fun to work on. What I liked the best about it was that we had the freedom to create whatever we wanted to but kept in the mainstream of the starting segment. I can’t begin to tell about the enthusiasm whenever I got the mail and either your necklace or Martha’s was in my hand. It was a total rush. Round robin #2? Any time. So glad that you asked me and are enjoying your dream necklace. Smile!
On Mar 18, 2011 at 7:35 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:

Totally amazing!! Another unique and gorgeous necklace! Well done girls!!
On Mar 18, 2011 at 8:53 pm #
Lynn g says:

Wow I love this, and what a special piece, I like how it all came together, I sure cant wait to see my robin come home….
On Mar 18, 2011 at 10:44 pm #
Jade aka Caryn says:

What a great idea. Looks like you all got a great piece.
On Mar 18, 2011 at 11:39 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:

Shannon, your finished necklace is so beautiful! Wonderful colors and design!
On Mar 19, 2011 at 1:31 am #
Purple Chick aka Violet says:

Another beauty !!! You ladies did amazing !!!!
On Mar 19, 2011 at 10:19 am #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:

This is wonderful – you’ve worked so well together and I can see why you are satisfied with the result, Shannon – this is def you!! I’m so excited about my own Round Robin wondering how it will be in the end… and today I will send Lynn’s half-finished piece to Deborah in Idaho!
On Mar 19, 2011 at 11:00 am #
Arja A says:

Thank you for sharing this beauty! I can’t wait until we may share our Global B. Robins!
On Mar 19, 2011 at 9:42 pm #
Vee aka Dream Chickie says:

Love this one!
On Mar 20, 2011 at 5:06 pm #
K H says:

This one is wonderful too!!!!!…
On Mar 21, 2011 at 8:29 am #
sunny chick says:

Shannon, this turned out beautiful! What fun this mini-round robin was. I’m so glad you like your design.
On Mar 21, 2011 at 3:05 pm #
Deb D Grammy Chick says:

What a gorgeous collaboration! I love it!
On Mar 22, 2011 at 1:31 pm #
Eeka Mouse says:

This came out great! I see the hallmarks of each of your styles, and they come together so nicely. Will Martha & Carol post pix of theirs (apologies if you already have, I’ve been tied up and not on-site much lately).

I like the idea of mini-Round-Robins (would they be Robinettes?). you get a completed piece sooner, and 18″ is more my style…

I will be setting Martha’s ‘Contessa’ Robin free to fly to Violet this week. It has been a blast to work on everyone’s pieces! (and I am looking forward to seeing the rest of our flock).
On Mar 25, 2011 at 4:40 am #
Orchid Betty says:

Beautiful heart and the combination is just perfect, the three of you created a fabulous peace!
I can’t wait to see the finished Robbins of the Global Beadettes and the Contessas posted here at Lima. I just received Deborah’s and Wenche’s gorgeous robins and soon they will fly to Lynn!
On Mar 25, 2011 at 5:11 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:

Hi there Mary, Martha and Carol posted their designs right before mine posted, all three in a row, so if you scroll back through recent designs, you should see them all … so nice to see everything come together!! Check them out!!

Robinettes, that’s good, I like that name!! Can’t wait to see what you and your team have created for each other. SLS