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- Melody F on “Backyard Raspberries”:
“Nancy and Judy, we have a mutual love of color and some colors are really thrilling.…” read »
- Melody F on “Abalone Garden”:
“Thanks for all the kind comments dear bead people! We make a friendly supportive online…” read »
- SilverCords aka Judy on “cherry bisque”:
“I love this pick! Red is one of my favorite colors and everything you've selected…” read »
- SilverCords aka Judy on “Abalone Garden”:
“Beautiful pick--congratulations on your POD!…” read »
- SilverCords aka Judy on “Backyard Raspberries”:
“Sorry I'm just now seeing this pick!! It is stunning and I love everything you…” read »
- D Kandis on “Faerie Rich”:
“You picked such lush, rich looking gemstones, I love it! The faeries would love it…” read »
- D Kandis on “Little Blossoms”:
“This is very pretty and summery. I love the unexpected pop of coral!…” read »
- D Kandis on “Abalone Garden”:
“Beautiful pick! It has never occurred to me to put pink with abalone, but it…” read »
- MH on “Abalone Garden”:
“Very pretty- congratulations!!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Abalone Garden”:
“Congrats on your refreshing POD! I still love the colors you used to pull out…” read »
- BevB on “Abalone Garden”:
“Congrats on your beautiful pod, Melody!…” read »
- BevB on “romantic summer sunset 2.0”:
“Warm color combinations! Feels like the heat we have been experiencing since last week...and it's only…” read »
- BevB on “bronzed with primroses”:
“Nicely done, MH! I like your grid layout. Great color combinations.…” read »
- BevB on “Blue Suede Shoes”:
“Nice assortment of blues to choose from.…” read »
- BevB on “Coho Salmon”:
“Nicely done! I love it!…” read »
- BevB on “Little Blossoms”:
“This is such a delicate, pretty pick! I can see you making beautiful creations from it.…” read »
- BevB on “Faerie Rich”:
“Your pick is definitely earthy! I can imagine walking through the woodlands and seeing these colors.…” read »
- BevB on “Fire in Blood❤️🔥”:
“Your pick definitely shows the fire in the blood!…” read »
- BevB on “May birthstones”:
“I forgot to add - interesting pick with lots of possibilities to create something special for…” read »
- BevB on “May birthstones”:
“D - since your birthday is at the end of May, you can also use Agate…” read »
- CKitty on “Mama”:
“Thank you Pam! I cherish the time I have with my Mama. We are very close…” read »
- CKitty on “Mama”:
“Thank you ... ladies! I think the mix of beads are so pretty. I wanted something…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Mama”:
“That is great CKitty! Keep cherishing your mom while she is here on earth. …” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Blue Suede Shoes”:
“Beautiful pick for a great oldies song!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Coho Salmon”:
“Beautiful pick! It made my mouth and my eyes smile! Salmon is my…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Little Blossoms”:
“You have created a luscious spring flower pick!…” read »
- BevB on “Mama”:
“Pam - I can answer your question...yes she is! Lol We take very good care of each…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Mama”:
“Congrats on your beautiful POD! I don't know how I missed it the first time.…” read »
- D Kandis on “May birthstones”:
“I didn't know that either; hopefully what I looked up was right!
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- dolllady aka Pam on “May birthstones”:
“Beautiful pick! I didn't realize red garnet was for May as well as for January!…” read »
- D Kandis on “June's Birthstones”:
“I love this pick, great idea!…” read »
- Mary – Sweet Chick on “Spring Blessings”:
“Thanks Pam! Anyone else having issues with leaving comments on other folks fresh picks? I've tried that…” read »
- Jean C on “A Rose is a Rose is a Rose”:
“Beautiful Rose Pick - Congratulations!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “A Rose is a Rose is a Rose”:
“Congrats on your lovely POD! I hope your Mother's Day was at least filled with…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Spring Blessings”:
“Gorgeous green pick that looks like a candidate for a future POD!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “June's Birthstones”:
“Bev, this pick of all the June birthstones is amazing! I knew the pearl and…” read »
- Island Deb on “A Rose is a Rose is a Rose”:
“I think I actually could smell roses when I saw your pick! I've got just…” read »
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On Apr 19, 2019 at 9:51 am #
Mary - Sweet Chick says:Oooooo…… An instant fav, Kate!
So warm, cozy & inviting. (It’s damp & chilly here in Indiana today.)
On Apr 19, 2019 at 11:03 am #
Kathryn R says:In hot sticky weather I love wearing linen – especially in this wonderful cool natural color. There are some awesome design ideas here.
On Apr 19, 2019 at 5:59 pm #
Maggies Mom says:Instant fave for me, too! Love, love these naturals … so many possibilities!
On Apr 20, 2019 at 3:26 am #
Melody F says:Subtle and rich, a classic pick.
On Apr 20, 2019 at 5:51 pm #
Kate did it says:Thanks, all! I am so ready for the weather here in PA to be warm enough for a linen dress and sandals. Sigh…
On Apr 22, 2019 at 5:45 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Lovely choices! Ditto Melody!
On Apr 22, 2019 at 7:46 pm #
Stone Treasures says:Linen for sure! This is wonderful!
On May 05, 2019 at 9:02 am #
Mary - Sweet Chick says:Congrats! Still lovin’ it!
On May 05, 2019 at 9:55 am #
dolllady aka Pam says:Congrats on your natural linen POD! I love neutrals because I can put them with just about everything else.
On May 05, 2019 at 11:13 am #
Jean C says:Beautiful! Congratulations!
On May 05, 2019 at 12:56 pm #
Chicky Red-haired Grammy says:What a cooling POD! Even though it badly wrinkles, there is nothing to beat linen in the summer. It will be a couple months for us up here in the north country …
On May 05, 2019 at 2:05 pm #
Stone Treasures says:Congrats! Loved this first time around and loving it again!
On May 05, 2019 at 3:20 pm #
Kathryn R says:Yay! So happy for your POD!
On May 05, 2019 at 11:25 pm #
Maggies Mom says:Congrats to you on your deserving POD!
On May 06, 2019 at 8:52 am #
ObsessiveCreativeJenn says:Beautiful pick! It’s already warm enough down South for linen and it’s always been one of my faves.