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Designs by Andrea at Lima
Rainbow Shamballa Bracelet
I loved the texture of the hemp paired with the rainbow colored wood beads. This bracelet is a summer must-have.
Rainbow Stretch Bracelets
Rainbows always bring a smile to my face. I decided to make a stack with different variations of the rainbow. These are perfect for summer. The...
Calming Howlite & Wood Bead Bracelet
I loved the earthy, boho vibe of the storm gray wood beads combined with the natural wood beads. I added in the large hole howlite gemstones rounds...
Seashell Sari Gift Wrap
I love to gift wrap with Sari silk ribbon, it makes a gift look extra special. Plus, you can personalize the gift even more by adding...
Beach Treasure Necklace
I LOVE turquoise and gold together, especially when paired the natural hemp. The turquoise highlights the new wood and resin focal.
What's Your Mood Ring
Mood beads are definitely a throwback to the 70's and are so fun to wear! I love how they start black and as you wear them they turn into...
Woven Focal Earrings
I love the colors of this Turquoise Mix Crystal Hand Woven Gold (plated) Stainless Steel Focal. They are simple and elegant. I wanted to keep these...
Face Mask Chain Using Bead or Paperclip Chain
The chains are a great way to keep your mask accessible at all times without touching it.
Sari Face Mask Lanyard
Lanyards are a great way to keep your mask accessible at all times without touching it. This sari lanyard is soft and comfortable to wear. The...
Modern Chain Necklace
This is the perfect necklace for everyday wear. It's simple, modern and ridiculously easy to make. I like mixing the finishes to create interest....
Witches Brew Bracelet
This design is full of hocus pocus! I created this bracelet with large hole Czech glass beads, 3' leather cord and a tassel (resembling a witches...
Wicked Hands Earrings
I love these skeleton hands, I thought they would make a festive pair of simple earrings.
Night Terror Earrings
I wanted to create a pair of holiday earrings that I would actually wear. I kept it simple and shimmery while adding a small spooky element. Bonus,...
Wild Side Earrings
I love leopard print and I finally found the chance to use these cheetah teardrops! They look amazing layered with the cork. These simple earrings...
Gilded Gypsy Earrings
I was so excited to find that the acetatae coin I have been wanting to use in a design fit into the cut-out of this earring perfectly! It adds a...
Feather Cork Earrings
I love these cork feathers, with just twist they come to life. They add wonderful movement and texture while creating a boho vibe.
Desert Dreams Bracelet
I wanted to use the new microsuede which is the perfect neutral backdrop for the sparkling raspberry beads, brass, and woven focal I used.
Groovy Rattan Earrings
These earrings are mixed media at its best. I love the rattan paired with the colorful acetate, they are so right for each other!
Coconut Palms Necklace
I love how the coconut beads and the rattan ring together create a larger focal. I had to add a pop of color with the turquoise enamel chain. This...
Black Lip Shell Cameo Necklace
I wanted to show a couple of ways to use this cabochon. I used a Vintaj filigree flower to frame it and I also show you a macrame net.
Chatter
on “It's Raining On The Sun”:“Excellent! These are unique and stylish. I love the earrings.…” read »
- on “Inspired by africa”:
“Kimberly, were the colors already together or did you put them that way? I am…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Thank you all, so much! I appreciate your words and I marvel in the universality…” read »
on “Angel”:“Silver and blue would be awesome. Gold with red and green for Christmas. Another gold with…” read »
- on “Angel”:
“I love this beautiful angel. I've never seen anything like it. You should make them in…” read »
on “Yes, I can!”:“This is a stunning bracelet! I would love this as a gift!!!…” read »
on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:“What a sweet piece with such a refreshing vibe! It does look the the fishie…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Jogi, you have a great way of highlighting these inspirational focals with all of the colorful…” read »
- on “Inspired by africa”:
“Fantastic piece! Love all the different African beads in this piece! Your use of seed…” read »
on “Angel”:“A lovely thoughtful gift in every way, right down to the easy clasp. She’ll love…” read »
- on “Angel”:
“Kye, I really like the darker wire & jumprings--they add such depth to the piece. …” read »
on “Angel”:“Kye !! Wow this is so so beautiful, I just adore her wings.....your mom will cherish…” read »
- on “Inspired by africa”:
“Thank you ladies so so much !! All your wonderful and supportive comments truly mean so…” read »
- on “Butterfly Bush”:
“Wow, all of you are so encouraging! Thanks for the wonderful comments. Your feedback…” read »
- on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:
“I love this! I love fish so you had me there! Of course the…” read »
on “Inspired by africa”:“What a fun and unique necklace. The design is perfect for the colorful African beads. I'm…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Another beautiful and inspirational bracelet. I really like the rustic nature of the ceramic focal mixed…” read »
on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:“Wonderful mix of beads...very aquatic!! plus, the fish lobster is so cute!…” read »
on “Yes, I can!”:“Wonderful mix of elements. I really like how it would work well with everyday jeans and…” read »
- on “Inspired by africa”:
“Oooooh! Oooooooooh! Was all I could think and say for several minutes when I first…” read »
on “Inspired by africa”:“What a fun necklace Kimberly. Love the colors and the African trade beads. And your…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Lovely message and beautiful bracelet. Love the little flower beads.…” read »
- on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:
“Thanks so much.…” read »
- on “Inspired by africa”:
“It's encouraging to hear how others have struggled to get back into beading...and overcome it! …” read »
- on “Butterfly Bush”:
“I have always loved the phrase “when pigs fly” so I purchased the Green Girl charm…” read »
- on “Oor Earrings”:
“Love the simplicity and organic look!!…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“Another great bracelet Jogi!! I know I wouldn't be alive today if it were not for…” read »
- on “Inspired by africa”:
“This is what jewelry making is all about...making fun and happy pieces. This is definitely a…” read »
- on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:
“What could be better than a beautiful necklace with a storyline? It's so much fun following…” read »
- on “Butterfly Bush”:
“CC I just noticed you used stainless steel jump rings. That makes your flower even more…” read »
on “Inspired by africa”:“I love the "chunky" feel of your beautiful necklace! balanced with some delicate open strings.…” read »
- on “Inspired by africa”:
“Very bright and happy. Lots of interesting stuff in here. I especially like the metal bead…” read »
- on “Yes, I can!”:
“These porcelain pieces have been great to work your pieces around. Lots of interesting beads to…” read »
- on “Fishie Swims with the Sea-d Beads”:
“Definitely a sense of the aquatic. I love how you have arranged it asymmetrically with the…” read »
- on “Butterfly Bush”:
“So bright for Spring and with the positive words. The chain mail work adds much interest.…” read »
