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Designs by Andrea at Lima
Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets
Czech glass mix strands are great for bracelets or creating focals. You get a variety of colors and finishes all in one strand, woohoo! I like how...
Stackable Czech Glass Nugget Bracelets
I visualized chunky bracelets when I first saw the Czech glass nuggets. The colors & finishes of the glass nuggets look amazing paired with...
Woodland Trails Teadrop Necklace
The combination of earthy picasso finish atop the aquamarine teardrop drew me in! I kept it simple so the beautiful color and finish would still...
Isle of Capri Earrings
I love the ocean vibes of the etched aquamarine Czech glass teardrop focal. I added a beachy glow with the gilded Czech glass rondelles. Summer is...
Follow the Sun Necklace
This necklace has tropical boho beach vibes. I love a layered necklace because can easily add to or takeaway from this design to give it a...
Citrus Blossom Bracelet
African recycled glass flowers pushed me into summer mode. These fun florals are full of character and vibrant color. I used a clasp to clip onto...
Batik & Patina Earrings
The patina finish on the open drops and African batik beads give these earrings a world traveler style. I added some tiny tassels to add a some fun...
Castaway Earrings
For the second round of Lima beach week, I wanted to create modern, tropical earrings that I would love to wear this summer. There were some great...
Beach Party Earrings
Hit the beach in style, with these iridescent pearly earrings. Floral Czech glass adds a tropical vibe that will sway in the breeze.
Spring Rainbow Necklace
I fell in love with this modern asymmetrical focal. It needed some embellishing and color. I wire wrapped beads on but you could hang chain or...
Low Tide Earrings
Turquoise is my favorite, and these antique silver drops were just calling for me to wire wrap them. It turned out to be a great combo. Plus, you...
Cosmic Teardrop Earrings
Czech glass teardrop focals have an amazing etched finish that gives them a galactic, cosmos vibe. They come in beautiful color combos and when the...
Aloha Kai Knotted Wrap Bracelet
Aloha Kai means love of the sea in the Hawaiian language. This bracelet emanates beachy vibes and takes me to my happy place. Wrap bracelets are...
Roller Stack Bracelets
I had so much fun creating these trending bracelets with Czech glass roller beads. There are so many color combos that I couldn't decide, so I made...
Sacred Cove Beach Necklace
I am in love the patterns and coloration of Larimar. I decided to pair it up with sandy-toned porcelain beads and carnelian for a pop of color.
Boho Brass Earrings
The organic shapes of African brass beads lend a quirky, organic style to these earrings. I added a pop of color by using 4mm Czech glass fire...
Ocean Treasures Necklace
I wanted to create a beachy layered style with mother of pearl chain. The shimmering blue hues and the iridescence of the mother pearl make these...
Pink Sands Beach Necklace
The Orange Blossom Agate & Selenite rounds took me to a tropical place when I looked at them together. The soft palette of white and orange-pink...
Rainbow Connection Necklace
Sweet and simple, this necklace just makes me happy. It's wearable for any age. With enamel rounds you can use your favorite colors or create an...
Canary Island Bracelet Stack
Colorful enamel rounds & birds will get you in the mood for warm weather. Make these bracelets your own, try combining these versatile rounds with...
Chatter
on “Rusted Duo”:“Perfectly suited for Lima's Home Page 'What's Fresh'!
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on “Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets”:“I love layering stretch bracelets! These have a nice variety of interest that catches attention--but…” read »
on “Woodland Trails Teadrop Necklace”:“Love the lessons on wire wrapping!!…” read »
on “The Raven”:“Thanks KR. Yes we have a lot of crows here also. I think city crows…” read »
on “Some More Nuggets”:“Love the copper flower and the chunkyness of the bracelet. It makes a statement.…” read »
- on “Getting in the Groove Again”:
“Sweetjane, I am just catching up with everyone today. So sorry for all you are going…” read »
on “Dogwood flower”:“Your work with the alcohol ink always astounds me. This is gorgeous.…” read »
- on “Purple flower bracelet”:
“You will sell this quickly. It's stunning.…” read »
- on “Truck necklace”:
“This just screams "free spirit." So fabulous.…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“These are so interesting. The patina and the bronze work well together. Very unique.…” read »
on “Polygon Drops”:“Casual and fun. Very nice Sweetjane.…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Hey Beady. This is a great piece. I haven't checked in for a few days so…” read »
on “Rusted Duo”:“This is such an amazing design! I love the combination of metal component and bead…” read »
on “Polygon Drops”:“Interesting earrings! I almost always have a plan for the things I purchase because the…” read »
on “Polygon Drops”:“Thanks you all!! I got a bunch of vintage/retro beads from this seller. I just kinda…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“I really like this design! The duos really bring attention to the patina. Very cool and…” read »
on “Stackable Czech Glass Nugget Bracelets”:“Thank you!…” read »
on “Polygon Drops”:“Wow. I really love these earrings sweetjane. The shapes are very interesting. And the colors so…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Wow Crystal. Wish I could have seen that waving, slapping and shouting. How entertaining! Yeah ravens…” read »
on “Polygon Drops”:“These are gorgeous! I love the reversible drops. It basically doubles the number of…” read »
- on “Polygon Drops”:
“Very cool! Love the large shape, especially for longer hair styles. The fact that…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Beady, Haha. No, I was stand outside making a fool of myself waving my hands…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“So creative! You gave these a lot of thought & the end result is very…” read »
- on “Amber River”:
“This really feels like an amber river...I can almost see the motion. The pendant and the…” read »
on “Rusted Duo”:“Great earrings, Becca! Creative use of the miniduos...definitely unique!…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Robin - Darwin is doing quite well. He's a real menace. Strawberry Hill is $4.99 for…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“Unusual, pretty design. Love the miniduos and the color combination. Great earrings.…” read »
- on “Amber River”:
“Beautiful, happy necklace. The navy colored strap pulls it all together. Wonderful focal.…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Thank you all so much. Crystal - Duh, I forgot to add the raven to my…” read »
- on “Getting in the Groove Again”:
“Thanks you all...I really appreciate your comments! I got an order today....plus two custom orders!! It…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“These are quite beautiful !! Plus they are transitional....from season to season.…” read »
on “Rusted Duo”:“These are a different design, but in a beautiful way! I love the use…” read »
on “The Raven”:“Beady, long time no see. I love your necklace - and I love the bird.…” read »
on “Polka Dot Crazy”:“I wanted to also mention, that I like the fact that they help the African women--that's…” read »
- on “Polka Dot Crazy”:
“Thank you Brenda for the pitch to purchase these. I finally got some--got the violet…” read »
- on “Getting in the Groove Again”:
“Jane, I am very sorry to hear about your diagnosis. These things can be very…” read »
on “Getting in the Groove Again”:“Jane, this necklace is gorgeous. I wish I could see a photo of it on someone.…” read »
- on “Amber River”:
“The rich colors make this an instant go-to piece when heading out the door. I…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Don't you know, I was outside early this morning 'shoo-ing' several of these off our rooftop!…” read »
on “Some More Nuggets”:“My favorite part of the bracelet is the copper flower. Crazy I know but that's me...…” read »
