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- Granny Nancy on “Celebrating the 4th”:
“Good point about the poor owls. I hate all that noise - it goes on for…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Purple Loves Turquoise”:
“I used to be a red hat lady. It was so much fun!…” read »
- BevB on “Ancient Eyes”:
“Fantastic pick, Chali-o! It does have an ancient feel to it.…” read »
- Chali-o on “Peaches & Blueberries”:
“I could eat it up. Good colors and even better flavors.…” read »
- Chali-o on “Celebrating the 4th”:
“Pretty for the 4th …” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Purple Loves Turquoise”:
“Purple goes perfectly with turquoise. I don't think there are very many colors that it…” read »
- Chali-o on “Purple Loves Turquoise”:
“How fun! I love it!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Celebrating the 4th”:
“Very interesting pick for July 4th! I'm not sure owls appreciate our fireworks on the…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Yay Purple”:
“Nope it was something else more personal. But my bead buying surely didn't help matters. But…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Gold and White”:
“PS: This should definitely get a POD.…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Gold and White”:
“I agree also. To go with that theme, if you have access to any fashion magazines,…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Beachy 4th”:
“This is such a cool pick. You've combined beachy elements with our beloved holiday on the…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Sun Sand and Sea”:
“Oh how I love the beach so I do love the picks that depict anything to…” read »
- BevB on “Tropical Flamingoes”:
“Nicely done! Definitely tropical and fun.…” read »
- BevB on “Butterwing”:
“Words escape me! I agree with the ladies! I like the Lemon Chrysoprase.…” read »
- Eliza M on “Sun Sand and Sea”:
“Thank you so much Pam
Cali summer just wants you to go to the beach…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Petunias, Pink and Purple”:
“Congrats on your day brightening POD! How are the petunias doing?…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Beachy 4th”:
“You definitely did a fantastic job! I live in the best area of town…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Gold and White”:
“I agree with everything Bev said!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Christmas in July”:
“Christmas in July is so much fun! Yours is no exception. I see some great jewelry…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Peaches & Blueberries”:
“Fresh peaches, fresh blueberries and love make the best cobbler. You have created the best…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Take a Hike”:
“Oh my goodness! This reminds me of sunny fall walk in Iowa!…” read »
- Chicky Red-haired Grammy on “Petunias, Pink and Purple”:
“Gorgeous, Melody! It is my understanding that Wave petunias do not require deadheading. Good luck!…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Petunias, Pink and Purple”:
“Wow, how did I miss this when you first posted it. I love these colors together…” read »
- BevB on “Beachy 4th”:
“Deb - you definitely got it right!…” read »
- BevB on “Gold and White”:
“This is a beautiful, neutral pick. I can see some summer wedding pieces.…” read »
- MH on “Petunias, Pink and Purple”:
“I know how you feel about petunias. Great petunia colors! Congratulations!!…” read »
- BevB on “Petunias, Pink and Purple”:
“Congrats on your Petunias pod, Melody!…” read »
- Melody F on “Raspberry Cordial”:
“Delicious! Beautiful colors. I love your choices.…” read »
- Melody F on “Yay Purple”:
“Great POD, as usual Nancy. Hope your problems clear up soon. Hope it wasn't…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Yay Purple”:
“Thank you all so much. I do love creating these since I'm not able to do…” read »
- MH on “Raspberry Cordial”:
“I don't know the scene but I love your raspberry pick!!…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Sun Sand and Sea”:
“Great title for your pick! The beads fit the title title of your pick to…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Passions Unfolding”:
“Super colors and beads that play together so well. Your layout is impressive.…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Raspberry Cordial”:
“This is a mouthwatering pick of raspberry beads! I see many favorite beads already in…” read »
- BevB on “Passions Unfolding”:
“Very beautiful, Christina! Your grid layout is nicely done too.…” read »
- Chali-o on “about orange and coral”:
“Hot summer days and cool summer nights... love the orange options.…” read »
- Chali-o on “You Charmed Me”:
“I like the birthstone charms. Each one could represent a charm bracelet for sisters. I think…” read »
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On Jul 11, 2013 at 10:17 am #
Beadzilla aka Wanda says:This is so HOT Maria!! Loving these colors mixed with the LR iron pieces. Gorgeous!!
On Jul 11, 2013 at 12:00 pm #
Mary - Sweet Chick says:HOT, hot, hot!!
Fabulous combo!
On Jul 11, 2013 at 7:12 pm #
Asia says:We were hot, now the weather is changing again, more rain, I love this combo
On Jul 11, 2013 at 7:17 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:So are we along with sticky humidity! ewww. But you pick is the beautiful version of hot–must be dry heat.
On Jul 11, 2013 at 8:07 pm #
Julie Shane says:Wow! Love the touches of yellow with the browns and rust. It’s so humid here in FL that I’m staying indoors. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it!!!
On Jul 11, 2013 at 8:54 pm #
Crazy Beader says:Hate hot weather but love hot picks – - great job, Maria ! P.S. stay cool – - -
On Jul 12, 2013 at 8:27 am #
Gail Layne says:More like a heat tsunami! Great pick! I feel your pain.
On Jul 12, 2013 at 9:00 am #
NY Bella says:Thanks, everyone! Stay cool!
On Jul 12, 2013 at 4:39 pm #
Stone Treasures says:That heat wave is now a delightful summer chill! Lovely!