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Designs on a Budget
Peach Mojito Necklace
For this design, I made a long bead chain with Malachite & Pink Rhodochrosite Chips. I love making this type of necklace because it doesn't require...
Spring Break Necklace
For this design, I used Amazonite & Pink Rhodochrosite chips to create a beach-inspired necklace. I love the color combination of pink & blue,...
Sea Sun Surf Bracelet
For this design, I used Amazonite & carnelian chips to create an easy-to-make & inexpensive bracelet. I especially love how the amazonite really...
Summer Daydream Bracelet
Once the holidays are over, I automatically start thinking about summer vacation. There is always a desperate search for sun when you live in...
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...
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...
Emerald Isle Earrings
To make this plain pair of hoops stand out, you just need to simply slide on your favorite beads!
Beaded Chevron Necklace
For this necklace, I made bead links with seed beads & attached them to the chain in a chevron pattern.
Daydreamer Necklace
To make this unique focal necklace, I simply attached these crescent pieces together, and wire wrapped them with crystals.
Beaded Fringe Earrings
Easily transform these paddle pendants into a pair of statement earrings by adding a bead link & some chain!
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.
Silk Wrap Bracelet
The silk ribbon and large hole beads are great for making a quick, trendy wrap bracelet.
Budding Lilac Stretch Bracelet
It's easy to make these pre-made stretch bracelets uniquely yours by simply adding tassels & charms.
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...
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...
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!
Mystic Twilight Necklace
For this necklace, simply string your favorite beads onto a piece of waxed linen and attach to chain.
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...
Simple Pearl Focal Necklace
This delicate pearl necklace is an elegant, stylish addition to any outfit, and it's very easy to make!
Sun-Kissed Melon Shamballa Bracelet
I wanted to try out the new large hole Czech glass melon beads, so I decided try a shamballa style bracelet with silk string. I love the earthy...
Cowrie Hemp Bracelet
This boho inspired bracelet is perfect for layering up with other bracelets such as gemstone stretch bracelets or metal bangles.
Chatter
on “Beautiful Blue”:“Beautiful and unique!…” read »
on “Oh say Did You See Earrings?”:“Both are lovely Jogi. Such a fun design. Wonderfully dangly.…” read »
on “Orange Grove Necklace”:“Each necklace and all three together are fabulous!!!…” read »
on “Oh say Did You See Earrings?”:“This should have been my picture for the design.
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“I realized too late that I had put the wrong bead colors or the wrong picture…” read »
- on “Fishies on a string!”:
“Thank you everyone for your great comments! Crystal Canary, I saw the fish immediately but…” read »
on “Beautiful Blue”:“You have an enormous amount of talent. I am quite envious. This necklace is awesome especially…” read »
on “A pearl gallimaufry!”:“This is so beautiful. I love long necklaces. This one is just wonderful. It's such a…” read »
on “Orange Grove Necklace”:“Beautiful to infinity and beyond! I love the idea of 3 necklaces that can…” read »
on “Orange Grove Necklace”:“Each strand can be appreciated on its own, but Wow! factor applies when worn together. …” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“beautiful mix of beads in the chain! Love it!…” read »
on “Orange Grove Necklace”:“Lovey layers & color combination. I also liked the little birdie!
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“Chicky Grammy, We live in the Southwest--hot & dry! We miss the east coast very…” read »
on “Tribes of the Earth”:“love this style very creative design…” read »
- on “Orange Grove Necklace”:
“Beautiful Elaina .Great colors and balance. The birdie charm is so cute.…” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“So lovely Robin. Wonderful variety of beads. Such an assortment and they all play so nicely…” read »
- on “Itty bitty chain”:
“Beautiful Khristin - Your wire working is so precise. A real beauty. The clasp is fantastic.…” read »
on “A pearl gallimaufry!”:“Thank you ladies-it's always fun to chat and share our stories…” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“I love this pendant and what you did with making a chain for it! Great job…” read »
on “Itty bitty chain”:“Thank you for all the kind comments! The wire I used was 22 gauge sterling silver…” read »
- on “Fishies on a string!”:
“Beautiful and so inventive. The Golem bead as a closure is a great idea. And paired…” read »
on “Orange Grove Necklace”:“WOW! What a striking color combination! The soft green of the kyanite with…” read »
- on “Itty bitty chain”:
“Wonderful design! Love it!…” read »
on “Beautiful Blue”:“DITTO! DITTO! DITTO! C.C. where do you live? Could not live without a basement!…” read »
- on “Fishies on a string!”:
“Thanks for the inspiration! This Golem piece is in my stash and it is a difficult…” read »
- on “Odds and Ends”:
“A darling summer bracelet! Thanks for sharing ....…” read »
- on “Odds and Ends”:
“A darling summer bracelet!…” read »
- on “A pearl gallimaufry!”:
“This is a joyous piece with its incumbent conversation! Love random mixed stone pieces ... I…” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“Such a happy set with all the flowers, birds, and little extras added! It must…” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“Ohhhhhh Robin!!! The world needs to see this:)…” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“MM- a Buckner is a bicone on spellcheck overload haha!…” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“*inspiration* (wish we could edit after posting)…” read »
- on “Beautiful Blue”:
“Robin, I love your stories and I love your artwork!!! This is pure artistry here, and…” read »
- on “Itty bitty chain”:
“You are so very talented!…” read »
on “The Silver Succulent Necklace Designed by Catilla”:“Hi Thank you so much for the compliments. I also love the touch of the pearls.…” read »
- on “Itty bitty chain”:
“Khristin, what a beautiful chain-such intricate detail! It's beautiful as is all your work!…” read »
- on “Itty bitty chain”:
“Love this chain...and the clasp is wonderful!! Great job!! I always love your work.…” read »
- on “Some Bright and Cheery Earrings”:
“Who made the copper enamel components? I love them. You did a great job!…” read »
- on “Itty bitty chain”:
“Love the petite nature of your handmade chain. Those tiny silver beads must have been…” read »
