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I'll take a closer look at Swellegant.
Lynda, thank you for the…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
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on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
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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 »
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“Much fabulocity here. I'm a huuuuuge Aqua nugget fan. They look great with Quartz.It has such…” read »
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- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
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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 »
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“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 »
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“Instant summer! Love 'em!
…” read » - on “Butterfly Dance”:
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Prom Jewelry 2011
About this design:
Had fun putting this one together for my daughter! Love it when I can match the dress perfectly!
Components:
Sterling Silver Oval Cable Chain from Lima BeadsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 25, 2011 at 3:11 am #
RubberT aka Plucky Chick says:Saying I am a little slow posting this pic is an understatement!! Cotopaxi Sue, Chicky Cha Cha met in Colorado bead store (in Manitou)in…June 2010?? Sue says her hair is totally different now!! Hers got short and mine got longer!!
On Apr 25, 2011 at 7:37 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Plucky this is stunning love it!
On Apr 25, 2011 at 8:06 am #
Canadian chicky karen says:Wow a stunning set!!!
On Apr 25, 2011 at 8:25 am #
Linda Talbott says:These two sets are stunning. Great job.
On Apr 25, 2011 at 9:12 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:I agree with Alice, Karen and Linda — this set is stunning, Plucky!!! What an amazing design and such a gorgeous color of pink!
I hope your daughter has a wonderful time at her prom — be sure to share a photo of her wearing her dress and new jewelry, please!
Also, it is so great to see you back here — you’ve been missed a lot!!!
On Apr 25, 2011 at 9:16 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Thanks for sharing the photo of you, Sue, and Mary Lou. LOL — that rhymes!
Looks as though the 3 of you were having a great day! Such lucky Chickies to get to meet in person! 
On Apr 25, 2011 at 10:34 am #
Classy Chick JbyJill says:What a stunning set!! Your daughter is going to look beautiful at her prom!! thanks for sharing the picture of the three of you
How nice you were able to go bead shopping together!
On Apr 25, 2011 at 11:26 am #
Elaine aka Belly Chick says:Beautiful set…perfect for Grad!
Great picture too….so nice that you had a chance to meet and shop together! I’d love to be able to meet some of my beading buddies!!
On Apr 25, 2011 at 12:23 pm #
love to bead aka Donna says:Beautiful perfect for prom
On Apr 25, 2011 at 8:44 pm #
Chicky ChaCha says:Beautiful set for your daughter’s prom. Do you have pics of her in her beautiful gown with matching jewelry made especially with love by Mom?
On Apr 25, 2011 at 9:48 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Love the light and airy design of the necklace. The other pieces are pretty great, too.
On Apr 26, 2011 at 2:17 am #
Cotopaxi Chickie Sue says:Plucky, I hope your daughter fell in love with this set – I know I did! Beautiful design!
Cheeky, you’ll have to come to CO again so we can get another pic of us with our ‘newer’ hair!
On Apr 26, 2011 at 6:11 am #
Eeka Mouse says:Perfect jewelry for Prom! And a great picture of happy Chickies, too. (Plucky Chick, have always gotten a kick out of your screen name/icon!)
On Apr 28, 2011 at 2:23 pm #
MoonBell says:Can’t believe I almost missed this one. Gorgeous!
On Apr 29, 2011 at 10:21 pm #
RubberT aka Plucky Chick says:Thank you, thank you, all!!
On Apr 30, 2011 at 10:58 am #
Jeannes Gems - Gem Chick says:This set is stunning, Becky!
You have a very lucky daughter!