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Designs by Lima Andrea
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...
Santorini Braided Bracelet
I love how this bracelet turned out, it has beautiful blue hues against the natural-looking nylon cord. I added the greek pewter fish tube to add...
Sun-Kissed Sands Bracelet
I used Lima's new waxed nylon cord for this shimmering sandy-toned bracelet. I love this look, it reminds me of a fish net.
Hook, Line & Sinker Earrings
These worry fish charms are a new addition to Lima Beads. I used seed bead chain to add a pop of color. These are light-weight and super cute for...
Bali Ha'i Earrings
Reminiscing about my trip to Hawaii, I remember seeing forests full of monstera plants and how beautiful and prehistoric they looked. Once I saw...
Beach Goddess Stacked Bracelets
This is an easy style to create by using pre-made stretch bracelets. Add another style layer of bracelet such as a woven or metal bangle to mix it...
Boho Beach Wedding Earrings
These fringy earrings are made with a pearl acetate chandelier focal enhanced by turquoise and coral drops. These are perfect for a destination...
Tie the Knot Bracelet
This is a great project for someone who wants to make a quick yet beautiful design. The soft texture of the hemp is the perfect backdrop for...
Romantic Pavé Earrings
These romantic earrings will light up your face with its sparkling pavé links. I thought using the triangle charm gave these earrings a modern touch.
Pearl Swag Earrings
These earrings have an unexpected swag shape and dangle at just the right length. I used shell pearls for a classic look. These would be perfect...
Safety Pin Link Necklace
Flashback to the 80's with this funky safety pin necklace. I love the charm loops for embellishing, I went with a celestial theme.
Mermaid Scales
This is a different take on fringe using the freeform acetate pieces, the amazonite beads really bring out the blue in the acetate.
Fringed Chandelier
These boho beauties are light-weight and have a soft range of colors in the patterned acetate pieces.
Retro Drop Earrings
These are funky yet subtle in color so they can be everyday wear. Thread the wire through starting at the teardrop wrap a few times then up through...
Acetate Earring Ideas
Using acetate components these earrings are retro with a modern twist. Acetate pieces are light-weight durable and come in many pattern variations.
Fairy Garden Earrings
These are long light-weight earrings that drape your shoulder. I love the mix of the colorful woven focal with the leather tassels.
Simple Diffuser Necklace
You will need sparkling bead chain or your favorite rhodium chain even colorful cord will work. You can add one unwaxed lava rock into the...
Chatter
on “Finished”:“Wow! A fantastic design! Color of the stone is outstanding and I love, love, love…” read »
on “Finished”:“Gorgeous!…” read »
on “Learning to wire”:“Take trip online to Colbaugh mine, Kingman, Az. They have all kinds of pictures!…” read »
on “Sarah's Bracelet”:“Thank you so much for all your encouraging words. There are so many lovely pieces on…” read »
on “Finished”:“Khristin - Totally beautiful and dainty necklace. The hook and eye clasp are especially appealing to…” read »
on “Finished”:“The clasp is from 18 gauge wire…” read »
- on “Finished”:
“I used 18 and 20 gauge for the frame. Then, I used either 22 or 24…” read »
on “Back to oldies”:“How fun! I remember wearing the mood rings. I have a few 'mood' barrels…” read »
- on “Wiring with copper”:
“It's amazing how a change in wire color can really affect the whole look. Another…” read »
- on “Learning to wire”:
“Ditto Khristin, I think your a natural too! The wrapping is wonderful, and your…” read »
- on “Summer Solstice Bracelet”:
“I really like the colors, bead choices, and the addition of those swirl spacers. The…” read »
- on “Sarah's Bracelet”:
“Lovely work! What a statement piece!…” read »
- on “Argyle Socks”:
“The colors & pattern are so very cool!
…” read » - on “Finished”:
“Khristin, the finished necklace is Beautiful! I also love the tiny beads you wire wrapped…” read »
- on “Finished”:
“Thanks Robin! Yep, I made each part of this piece with the exception of the stone,…” read »
- on “Finished”:
“Khristin, your necklace is beautiful and the stone is gorgeous! It looks like you made the…” read »
- on “Learning to wire”:
“This is stunning. I don't think you need any tips, I am pretty sure you have…” read »
- on “Wiring with copper”:
“Your wire work is gorgeous! You have a real skill for this, beautiful work…” read »
- on “Western Feather Necklace”:
“Nice design...would like to know how many Heishi beads are used on this one...appears to be…” read »
on “Argyle Socks”:“Great necklace! I like the pendant piece also and the beaded bail.…” read »
on “LUXUXY OF LAPIS LUZLI”:“REMEBER WHEN YOU BEAD LEARN A NEW TECHNIQUE EVERYDAY! NEVER GIVE UP, KEE TRYING UNTIL YOU GET…” read »
- on “Argyle Socks”:
“Thank you ladies. This design is actually easy to do once you get started. It's…” read »
- on “Double strand South Western styled horse bracelet”:
“What an awesome bracelet! The pairing of colors is spot on! Love it!…” read »
- on “Argyle Socks”:
“Wow! This is my favorite one so far. I love the pattern and colors you chose.…” read »
- on “Learning to wire”:
“You’re right - it’s expensive. The pendants are still the same price that I paid about…” read »
- on “Argyle Socks”:
“I've seen Argyle socks, Argyle sweaters but never Argyle jewelry. What a novel idea. …” read »
- on “Scarabs Egyptiam set!”:
“Love Egyptian style jewelry. Can't go wrong with Swarovski and scarabs for design elements.…” read »
- on “Double strand South Western styled horse bracelet”:
“Love the horse! Love the colors! Love the bracelet! Excellent choice of components!!…” read »
- on “Back to oldies”:
“The color in the beads and the design are great. Love the bee. Mood…” read »
- on “Wiring with copper”:
“Nice design even if it does look like a praying mantis head. Beautiful stone with gorgeous…” read »
- on “Summer Solstice Bracelet”:
“Great color and wonderful mix of components. Love it!…” read »
- on “Learning to wire”:
“Robin, I don't do much stone wrapping so I'm not a very good resource for information.…” read »
on “Paradise Found Necklace”:“Awesome necklace design idea! Perfect for summer. Well done!…” read »
- on “Paradise Found Necklace”:
“Awesome necklace design! Perfect for summer. Weel done!!…” read »
- on “Sandalwood Beach”:
“Oops, HH - I was actually talking about the green seed bead necklace. Guess I can't…” read »
- on “Sandalwood Beach”:
“Thanks for your comments. HH - it did take a while to make but I just…” read »
- on “Back to oldies”:
“Yes blue is calm or relaxed, green is active, yellow is tired/lots more. The mood jewelry…” read »
- on “Back to oldies”:
“Oh, I remember mood beads, they were so fun. Was blue calm?…” read »
- on “Summer Solstice Bracelet”:
“Whimsical, chunky, and cute as can be!…” read »
- on “Sandalwood Beach”:
“I love the name your husband came up with. It really fits this lovely necklace!…” read »
