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Designs by Lima Andrea
Jewels of The Nile Necklace
I absolutely love prehnite gemstones and I wanted to show off how beautiful they are. I was inspired by African and Egyptian jewelry exhibits I...
Chakra Energy Necklace
Channel your positive energy with this chakra pendant. Some say the Chakra may help create balance and positive energy. Besides possibly having...
The Wisdom Keeper Necklace
Lapis is said bring clarity and wisdom. This pendant is stunning and easy to make. I have been wanting to create a large funky bail, so I tried...
Pipa Knot Pendant
I loved the look of this braided teardrop, it can be used as a pendant but also looks great as a bracelet.
Seashell Satchel
This is a great way to display a focal piece instead of just hanging from a boring jump ring. These are on trend and really easy to make.
Cat's Paw Knot Necklace
This is an easy knot that really dresses up any pendant. Every time I wear a focal with this knot people always ask about it. This knot is called a...
Diamonds of The Desert
Thomasin ‘Alyx’ Alyxander designed these dazzling diamonds. For instructions, see the
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.
Chatter
on “Seashell Satchel”:“Oh wow, thanks Crystal Canary!!!
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on “Harvest Moon Necklace”:“Wanted to make the Harvest moon necklace but can not locate the proper U shaped focal…” read »
on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:“WOW!! I love this. It is my kind of jewelry. Fab…” read »
on “Knotted Lodolite”:“I totally agree with everything that has already been said about this piece.…” read »
- on “Harvest Moon Bracelet”:
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- on “Harvest Moon Necklace”:
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- on “Jewels of The Nile Necklace”:
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- on “Easy Earrings w/ Laser Etched Crystal”:
“These earrings are perfectly beautiful!…” read »
- on “Pretty in Pink”:
“This is a perfect piece to remember your butterflies with until they return in the spring!…” read »
on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:“Love love love! Nice work - a stunning piece!…” read »
on “Knotted Lodolite”:“Thank you so much for the compliments. I agree about lodolite. It comes in…” read »
on “Seashell Satchel”:“Tana, Thanks for posting your pictures--I just love what you did! That large piece with…” read »
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“I forgot to take the photo sideways with phone. It would not have showed up sideways…” read »
on “pearls and lapis”:“Lovely!…” read »
- on “Seashell Satchel”:
“Andrea,look!!! I did it!!! Thank you so much for leaving the instructions. Like this bettern the…” read »
- on “Rosie earrings”:
“Hi Michelle, I love these earrings! Where can I purchase the thick engraved rings? Thank you, Carrie…” read »
- on “Knotted Lodolite”:
“Ditto all the above!…” read »
on “Knotted Lodolite”:“Beautiful!…” read »
on “Knotted Lodolite”:“This is such a pretty versatile necklace. You could wear it with so many things.…” read »
on “Knotted Lodolite”:“Pixie - This necklace is so pretty. I like the way that the string shows up…” read »
on “Knotted Lodolite”:“Love knotted necklaces. This is a lovely monochrome necklace that would look outstanding with any color.…” read »
- on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:
“Thanks kye... is that Zena warrior princess/woman/person(?) I'm not sure just what her designation is.…” read »
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“Thank you, thank you, thank you. Y'all have helped me pin point one of the…” read »
- on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:
“I really like the copper punched focal! The added Diopside is absolutely gorgeous with it too.…” read »
on “Ear Rings with Hammered Wire”:“LRC, You are spot on with your advice-and its advice that works. I am using…” read »
- on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:
“p.s. you know I'm joking about putting it away, , but I think it works.…” read »
- on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:
“LRC, sorry to be the one to tell you, but yes you should have followed your…” read »
- on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:
“LRC, you have created a fantastic one of a kind piece! I love it. …” read »
on “pearls and lapis”:“I SEE THE PICTURE NOT SHOWING. I RE-SUBMIT IT! …” read »
on “Peacock feathers & Diamonds”:“Thanks so much everyone!…” read »
on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:“Are you serious? I only wish my"mistakes" were this beautiful! I like the vertical position and…” read »
- on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:
“LRC - Love the chrome diopside nuggets with the copper - just beautiful. And I agree…” read »
on “A Copper Slice with Chrome Diopside”:“Excellent! And, yes, almost every piece of scrap can be turned into a beautiful piece of…” read »
- on “Bead caps”:
“Beautiful..must buy everything to try and make some. Very creative.…” read »
- on “Ear Rings with Hammered Wire”:
“Good advice for sure. Sometimes I'll make a necklace....hate it....put it in a box to…” read »
- on “The Summer of Love”:
“Thanks CC - Actually I love all the suggestions. So much fun.…” read »
