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- dolllady aka Pam on “Tiny Trees”:
“Great idea! I have a tree and haven't used it yet. Now I'm toying…” read »
- sweetjane on “Totally Blessed”:
“Thanks to all for your comments!! This piece goes to Holly, as she recently painted an…” read »
- bojo ranch girl on “Numinosity goodness”:
“Thanks so much all. You inspire me to keep creating.…” read »
- bojo ranch girl on “Tiny Trees”:
“So cute. What a great idea. They can keep them forever and put on their own…” read »
- FromTheBunker on “Totally Blessed”:
“Green Man is high in my personal pantheon. That piece resonates with me. I would retire…” read »
- AndreaP at Lima on “Snowman earrings”:
“The roller bead is a great idea!…” read »
- swerdybird on “Numinosity goodness”:
“yes the beads are very striking - but i am equally impressed with your design. The…” read »
- swerdybird on “Tiny Trees”:
“Cute ! Looks better with ornaments. Count me as kid since I may need to make…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Mermaid Eye Earrings”:
“These would make super teacher gifts! I would have loved a pair at the beginning…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Snowman earrings”:
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- jdtt on “Totally Blessed”:
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- Cuevas D on “Ice Drop Earrings”:
“This bead is so beautiful. I would also make a star post with a Red and…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Totally Blessed”:
“Both of them are beautiful and your friends will love them.…” read »
- Bluemtngemstones on “Tiny Tree Charms”:
“Love this idea!…” read »
- Bluemtngemstones on “All Heart”:
“Thanks Pam. That was the intention of the bracelet….a reminder of love.…” read »
- Bluemtngemstones on “All Heart”:
“Hi Jen, This bracelet does have a fun jingle when you wear it. How sweet that it…” read »
- Bluemtngemstones on “All Heart”:
“Thanks for the kind words Crystal Canary!…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Tiny Tree Charms”:
“How cute. I wish I had some.…” read »
- Melody F on “Some More For My Shop”:
“Great bracelets Jane. The one with the elephant charm is my favorite.…” read »
- sweetjane on “More Christmas”:
“Thanks you all for your comments!! The pendant in the first necklace is actually Labradorite. And…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Tiny Tree Charms”:
“What a clever idea! I'm going to borrow your idea for some Christmas gifts!…” read »
- sweetjane on “Christmas Earrings”:
“Thanks you all for your comments!! These aren't the best photos, I don't think. But...at…” read »
- luma on “Tiny Tree Charms”:
“Very clever!…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “All Heart”:
“Love this purely silver design. The differing heart patterns & spiral charms will look super…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Faceted Drop Earrings”:
“I'm intrigued by the shape of the findings.…” read »
- JenJouterie on “More Christmas”:
“I can't say it any better than anyone else. But, I disagree with Debbie. One can…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Numinosity goodness”:
“This is so cool. I saw it the other day and didn't have time to sign…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Christmas Earrings”:
“Jane these are all understated and will compliment many outfits. I really like the Labradorite earrings.…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Last Gifts for Debbie”:
“I really like this necklace, and this bracelet is even more Miriam Haskell than the elephant…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Ice Drop Earrings”:
“All right, who bought all the crystal w/ silver crullers?!? Icy cool, These can go with anything.…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Sapphire Cascade Earrings”:
“Ooh that color with gold. Agree, those links really elevate this design.…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Some More For My Shop”:
“Very pretty Jane. I'm also fond of the elephant charm. almost Haskell-like in your color and…” read »
- JenJouterie on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
“Shells are so beautiful, this spiral in the snail's door really suits these earrings. Such beautifully…” read »
- JenJouterie on “All Heart”:
“The first piece of jewelry I can remember was a puffy heart locket from my Grandmother.…” read »
- sweetjane on “Some More For My Shop”:
“Thank you all so much for your comments!! I guess making bracelets is my thing. I…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “All Heart”:
“This is a beautiful reminder for family members.…” read »
- Bluemtngemstones on “Ice Drop Earrings”:
“Love the crystal clear clarity of these beads. Simply elegant.…” read »

Bird's Nest Christmas Ornament
by Ali on 10/20/11
About this design:
I thought it would be fun to try and make a bird's nest that is made out of a material that can be manipulated like wire, while adding in elements that a bird might actually add to her nest such as string and twigs. The sparkling crystal brings the glitz that is a must for adorning your Christmas tree.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- 1 spool of wire
- 3 rice shaped beads for eggs
- 1 bird pendant
- 5 faceted round crystal beads
- 4 headpins
- 2' of string such as hemp for nest
- 2 1' lengths of hemp for hanging
- 6" ribbon for a bow on the hanger
- handful of twigs from yard
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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On Oct 20, 2011 at 2:20 pm #
sunny chick says:So fab!!
On Oct 20, 2011 at 2:54 pm #
Mary - Sweet Chick says:Sweet, sweet, sweet!
On Oct 22, 2011 at 11:46 am #
Lyric Chick aka Bev says:How cute is that. Your designs are always so “out there”. Love the way you think.
On Oct 22, 2011 at 5:46 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Ali, this is a wonderful idea and would make a great gift, too! Very clever!
On Jan 06, 2012 at 12:20 am #
D Geurin says:I love this bird nest especially in the egg white wire. It shows up so much more on the tree. I would like to make some for gifts. Could you tell me where you got the black bird. I absolutely love your creative designs.
On Apr 04, 2012 at 2:23 pm #
DazzleBeads says:I can see doing this with miniature birds and the small pearls, and attaching to Christmas packages.
On Aug 20, 2012 at 12:43 pm #
BeadSpirit says:So adorable! This great design will be Christmas gifts and on my tree this year!
On Jan 05, 2014 at 1:05 am #
Bead Genie says:Love this,can you tell me if these wonderful Lipstick Ranch cut outs,she’d rust? Do they need sealing pls?
On May 15, 2014 at 10:28 pm #
D Clark says:This is adorable, I’ve seen tiny nest with eggs in them. The eggs were seed beads or pearls. I hope we’re all thankful for the talent we have, and each of us have a talent of some kind.
On Nov 06, 2020 at 12:04 am #
Old bitty says:I love this. I am going to make one to hang with my plants. Can’t wait!