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Spiral Seed Beads in Pink, Red and Gray
Another seed bead necklace with removable pendants. Red Kitty face (face on each side) and Lucite flowers. After making the necklace I checked out...
Components: 8/0 seed beads translucent pink, 11/0 seed beads red, transparent pink and raspberry red, glass cat face and lucite flowers, toggle clasp
veterans day
red white and blue swarovski crystals
Components: made in memory of all all veterans that
served our county
Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue
Winter is so drab here - so I wanted to make something bright and cheerful. Neon orange beads and bright blue beads caught my eye.
Components: 11/0 Toho seed beads in neon orange, 11/0 blue seed beads, and 4 mm bright blue barrel beads, superduos in creamsicle color
Holiday shows
The 2 holiday shows that I participated in were successful and exhausting. They were great fun! To my surprise some of the best sellers were the...
Components: A multitude of parts and pieces. Ideas and encouraging words from y’all and of course Lima Beads! Love this store and allowing us to blog!
Czech glass pretties
I just loved the shape and smoothness of these Czech glass beads so wanted to created different styles.
Components: Czech glass horse eye beads, Zola beads and charms
Inspired by Elaina
I saw the original version of this necklace...by Elaina...and thought it would be perfect for the Black Tourmaline link I liked so much. Plus I...
Components: Quartz Crystal points, Black Tourmaline link..LB, crystal chain..LB, Met.Titanium crystal chevron..LB, silver lobster
Somemore Vintage Tin Earrings
I love this lady's tin floral pieces....especially since their mismatched. All I did with these was connect the two pieces....instant earrings!
Components: vintage tin pieces, enameled leaves and copper ear wires
Mystery Tree for Winter
Decorated my Mystery Tree for winter. Did this to announce the posting of my website. Please see my profile. Thank you all for egging me on.
Components: Bead tree made with goldstone beads from LB and various other beads. Oh - and a little snowman pin.
Sarah's Sleek Bracelet
Simple sleek bracelet using even count peyote stich, a row of picot along the edge, and a row of little pearls strung along the edge from picot to...
Components: 6/0 Dark red Picasso seed beads that I bought here at Lima. 11/0 pearl colored seed beads, 15/0 silver lined seed beads, 4mm silvery gray pearls, 1 rhinestone button.
Stargazer Necklace
For this necklace, I made bead links with these gemstone stars and tiny crystals & attached them to a piece of chain. You can make this necklace...
Mystic Twilight Necklace
For this necklace, simply string your favorite beads onto a piece of waxed linen and attach to chain.
Beaded Chevron Necklace
For this necklace, I made bead links with seed beads & attached them to the chain in a chevron pattern.
Emerald Isle Earrings
To make this plain pair of hoops stand out, you just need to simply slide on your favorite beads!
Beaded Fringe Earrings
Easily transform these paddle pendants into a pair of statement earrings by adding a bead link & some chain!
Silk Wrap Bracelet
The silk ribbon and large hole beads are great for making a quick, trendy wrap bracelet.
Starburst Earrings
It's easy to transform these simple chevron focals into a unique pair of statement earrings with just some Czech glass, wire, and a bit of chain!
Woven Hemp Bracelet
These beaded woven tubes are great for creating a quick & unique bracelet. For these bracelets, you just need the woven pieces and some hemp!
Budding Lilac Stretch Bracelet
It's easy to make these pre-made stretch bracelets uniquely yours by simply adding tassels & charms.
Calypso Earrings
These Czech glass cluster earrings are super fun to wear and are sure to instantly brighten up any outfit!
Wanderlust Bracelet
For this bracelet, I made bead links with seed beads & attached them to chain with a focal link. These bracelets are simple to make and you can...
New Years Eve Earrings
To make these duster earrings, I made bead links with tiny crystals and attached them to the bottoms of pieces of chain. I love the dramatic effect...
Beaded Hemp Choker
For this necklace, use hemp and your favorite large hole beads. Once you've mastered the square knot, it's a very quick necklace to make.
Waterfall Necklace
This delicate focal necklace is made with apatite chips & seed beads. I love how the gold stainless steel chain really makes the apatite stand out!
Crystal Cave Necklace
For this necklace, I wire wrapped gemstones, pearls and crystals around a crescent focal. The addition of the rock crystal points really make it...
Daydreamer Necklace
To make this unique focal necklace, I simply attached these crescent pieces together, and wire wrapped them with crystals.
Blue Magnesite Necklace
For this necklace, I strung turquoise magnesite nuggets onto waxed linen & attached to deer tan leather lace. It's simple to make and I think the...
Sugar Plum Bracelet
For this multi-strand bracelet, I made bead links with the pearls and attached them to chain. I Love how great this color combination looks with...
Simple Pearl Focal Necklace
This delicate pearl necklace is an elegant, stylish addition to any outfit, and it's very easy to make!
Tahiti Necklace
The heishi beads I used for this necklace add a fun pop of color to these great new metal focal pieces.
Dragonfly on a Green Sprig
I must have made bracelets with this focal, I think three or four times. This is the first time using leather.
Components: green sprig focal, Dragonfly button..LB, Green Aventurine...LB, 2mm leather cord, LB, copper leaf..LB, Gs Hypo Cement
Beach Girl Earrings
Wire wrapped earrings. 18 months ago I made a 4 year plan to move to Oregon. But things started happening and it looked like the move was underway....
Components: 16 faceted teardrop briolettes in a sea grean/blue color (or whatever color you favor.) I used pre-made earring hoops, or you can make your own. 24 guage gold tone craft wire for all the wrapping. 2 small pieces of gold tone chain. 2 gold tone ear wires.
Chop Stix
Love stick beads!
Components: Jasper stick stones, ceramic discs for spacers, sime bead caps and leather strap pieces
"O Tannenbaum"
Christmas tree Lariat (more like a scarf) with optional loop. I like to make the herringbone stitch with an even number of beads so I shifted each...
Components: 11/0 seed beads in many colors and finishes
Brown and Green Lariat with Mood Beads
Another spiral necklace for my daughter. Wanted this to be a long one so she could tell when her mood changes. Ha. The mood beads are fun to play...
Components: 11/0 seed beads brown and green, mood beads, 6mm peridot colored glass beads, amber purple ab glass chips
Atlantis Cowl
I think this is a great way to use the new sari silk cord. One skein can create two shorter cowls or one that is double layered. This is a great...
Sari Wrapped Embellished Cuff Bracelets
Transform a simple cuff bracelet into a unique, trendy accessory by simply wrapping it in sari silk & sewing on your favorite beads!
Wild Rose Necklace
Create this fun statement necklace by using some Czech glass beads and metal components.
QUEEN OF THE NILE
THE ART OF ANCIENT EGYPT
Components: LAPIS TUBES, TURQUOISE TUBES LAPIS ROUND
GOLD SPACERS MAGNETIC RHINESTONE CLASP
Change of Plans Earrings
Wire wrapped earrings made from 2 glass stones I found on a walk, probably the kind that go in fish boals. They are not perfectly matched. All my...
Components: Two glass oval stones. 4 Clear square crystals. Crystal bicones. Silver 16 gauge craft Wire.
Chatter
on “Holiday shows”:“Wow! Well done!…” read »
- on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:
“This is so bright and cheerful. It's so beautiful. Just what I needed to see on…” read »
on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:“Really cute design and a great choice of bright colors for a dreary winter day!…” read »
- on “Spiral Seed Beads in Pink, Red and Gray”:
“Beady, great necklace! I especially like the pink lucite flowers with it. That necklace would also…” read »
on “Spiral Seed Beads in Pink, Red and Gray”:“This is incredibly beautiful! I really like that it has two different pendants that go…” read »
on “Spiral Seed Beads in Pink, Red and Gray”:“That little red kitty is soooo cute and the flowers are sweet and very dainty looking.…” read »
on “Somemore Vintage Tin Earrings”:“Thanks for all your gracious comments!!…” read »
- on “Inspired by Elaina”:
“Thanks for all your gracious comments!!…” read »
on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:“LRC - I know what you mean - I'm always jumping up to do something so…” read »
- on “Mystery Tree for Winter”:
“Thank you so much kye - I found it very difficult to do. Many hours of…” read »
on “Holiday shows”:“Awesome display for all your excellent makings! Not surprised it was a success -- I love…” read »
- on “Czech glass pretties”:
“These are such a great way to showcase horse eye Czech beads. They're all so pretty.…” read »
- on “Inspired by Elaina”:
“This is such a great necklace. I especially like the contrast between the black tourmaline and…” read »
- on “Somemore Vintage Tin Earrings”:
“So cute!…” read »
- on “Mystery Tree for Winter”:
“Love your cute little mystery tree. And I checked out your website. It's so well done…” read »
- on “OldOilTree Wirewrap”:
“Very unique design. Love your wire work on the pendant.…” read »
- on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:
“Definitely a necklace to brighten the day. Love the design and of course the bead…” read »
- on “Holiday shows”:
“Congrats on making it through two shows and congrats to Izzy. I think it is…” read »
on “Retro Felt Snowflake”:“Just too darn cute! Fun!…” read »
- on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:
“KR - just saw your earrings on the front page. Congratulations.…” read »
- on “OldOilTree Wirewrap”:
“Gorgeous wire wrap work! I love the colors of wire you used. I also…” read »
- on “OldOilTree Wirewrap”:
“Looking forward to seeing the rest of the photos.…” read »
on “OldOilTree Wirewrap”:“Thank you. The pendant is about 1.25"x2"(bail makes it 2.5"). I have been trying to get…” read »
- on “veterans day”:
“What a lovely tribute to our veterans. Beautifully patriotic. Hooray for the Red, White and Blue.…” read »
- on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:
“Thank you both for your comments. KR -I actually didn't realize how long it took to…” read »
- on “OldOilTree Wirewrap”:
“Stingray - What beautiful work. How big is the pendant? Love the way the wire reinforces…” read »
on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:“I never know what to do with orange, but you have made it work in another…” read »
- on “Lariat in Bright Orange and Blue”:
“This beautiful necklace will definitely brighten up dark dreary winter days! Love the orange creamsicle…” read »
on “Ethereal Garden Necklace”:“Love this piece. The colors go together very nicely and you used my favorite color...aquaish lol…” read »
- on “Holiday shows”:
“Wow, Robin - Your display looks fabulous. I knew you'd do well. Congratulations to you and…” read »
- on “Holiday shows”:
“Congrats on your successful showing!…” read »
- on “Somemore Vintage Tin Earrings”:
“These earrings are really cute. I didn't noticed that they weren't exactly the same, but…” read »
- on “Inspired by Elaina”:
“Sweetjane-A beautiful necklace I love the black and crystals together-will be perfect for the holidays!…” read »
- on “Czech glass pretties”:
“Very pretty RF! I love czech beads too! Love the way you showcased them!…” read »
on “Czech glass pretties”:“These are so pretty! Thanks for giving me ideas for the horse eyes!…” read »
- on “Czech glass pretties”:
“Great way to use the horse eye beads. I especially like the pair of red…” read »
- on “Inspired by Elaina”:
“The black tourmaline and crystal points are an excellent re-interpretation of Elaina's design. Perfect for…” read »
- on “Somemore Vintage Tin Earrings”:
“Love the cheerful colors. The combination of the shapes makes a great design.…” read »
- on “Czech glass pretties”:
“RF, beautiful earrings! I love horse eyes too, but never thought to use them in…” read »
- on “Turning Over a New Leaf Design”:
“I never thought of using colored string as stringing material. I love the look. Great idea!…” read »
