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on “Acrylic Flower Focal Ideas”:“I bet you could use patina on Lucite by dabbing it on and wiping it off…” read »
on “Positive Frame of Mind”:“You're on the front page of Lima!!…” read »
- on “Wrapped Neckwire with Pendant”:
“Now that you say that, I can see it. Believe me it wasn't intentional!! And thanks…” read »
on “Wrapped Neckwire with Pendant”:“Wow gorgeous !! Momma sitting indian style holding her baby .....how uniquely beautiful. ....statement for sure…” read »
on “I made a ring!”:“Sweet ring! Impressed with your neat, neat wrapping skills. Best of luck on the…” read »
on “Mustard Greens”:“Love the design of both bracelets, your use of your own components, and the joyful spirit…” read »
on “Positive Frame of Mind”:“I love this! Love the way you have the jumprings like a rose look with square.…” read »
on “Positive Frame of Mind”:“Thanks again.
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on “Mustard Greens”:“Lol - no worries - At least I can figure out shapes.
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“Sophiebug, have a tray of loose beads/stones/charms ect for sale too! If you don't have cards…” read »
on “Positive Frame of Mind”:“Kye, I just adore how you combine the most unusual elements into your designs. Chain…” read »
- on “Mustard Greens”:
“Love the colorful glass tipped headpins! The mix of color is so pleasing to the…” read »
- on “I made a ring!”:
“The stone looks lovely set with the prongs. Just the right size for an eye-catching…” read »
- on “Wrapped Neckwire with Pendant”:
“Moogie, Love the dyed silk wrapped around the neckwire! It creates a nice texture &…” read »
- on “Blue-Ringed Octopus”:
“Thanks bunches Moogie!
…” read » - on “Dalmatian wristband”:
“Moogie, saw your note posted here. I like this bracelet too. I was looking…” read »
on “Mustard Greens”:“Annie--I looked again and evidently I forgot about the bellflowers!!!! LOL Now I…” read »
- on “Mustard Greens”:
“LOL. Either the colour in my computer is way off or I need to get…” read »
- on “2 Row Tagua Nut Link Bracelet”:
“They are long gone! There haven't been any tagua nut beads here in years. You might…” read »
on “2 Row Tagua Nut Link Bracelet”:“Where can I get the oval links? It does not say anything about the main element.…” read »
- on “Mustard Greens”:
“Annie....thanks so much for your kind compliments;however, there's no purple in either design! LOL. I guess…” read »
- on “Positive Frame of Mind”:
“Wow! Gorgeous necklace Kye. There is a nice flow and balance in this design…” read »
- on “Mustard Greens”:
“Beautiful bracelets. I love the purple and mustard together. I also love the flowers…” read »
- on “I made a ring!”:
“You did a fantastic job on this ring! Your kept the coils straight on the…” read »
- on “Wrapped Neckwire with Pendant”:
“Not crazy! Creative, unique and imaginative. What a neat pendant design and love the…” read »
- on “Positive Frame of Mind”:
“This is such an artistic necklace! All the elements you used & how you put it…” read »
- on “Dalmatian wristband”:
“So, I'm just seeing this again & have a question. I've been doing a few bracelets…” read »
- on “Skull dream”:
“Fantastic set.…” read »
- on “Heart a flutter”:
“Beautiful. Love the focal and your design complements it so well. I also love…” read »
- on “Wrapped Neckwire with Pendant”:
“Thanks everyone! You make me feel like my ideas aren't crazy!!…” read »
- on “Positive Frame of Mind”:
“Thanks so much! You guys are always so sweet and positive. I really appreciate it. MM, I…” read »
on “Mustard Greens”:“I love mustard colored beads but wasn't sure how to combine them with other beads and…” read »
- on “Positive Frame of Mind”:
“Kye, I love this necklace. I love the chainmaille. You always combine your beads with your…” read »
on “Mustard Greens”:“I love these. They are colorful and look like fun to wear.…” read »
- on “Positive Frame of Mind”:
“One lucky sister will be the envy of her woodworking classes! Who knows, maybe it…” read »
on “Positive Frame of Mind”:“This is just gorgeous! I have never bought frame beads-I've never felt inspired by them. But…” read »
- on “Mustard Greens”:
“I love these! So colorful and fun. I have been collecting (some may call it hoarding…” read »
on “Mustard Greens”:“Very sweet! Great color combo. I see why you love the mustard teardrops.…” read »
- on “Positive Frame of Mind”:
“This piece is fabulous! I love those little chainmaille "knots". You should do a step by…” read »
- on “Mustard Greens”:
“These are great bracelets. I never know what to do with teardrop beads. Love the way…” read »
Wanna Keep the Noise Down?
About this design:
A little gift for a close friend who isn't feeling well. She likes bright color,and she loves jewelry that goes "ching a ling" and "rattle rattle." These earrings fit that bill for sure. I wore them for about 1/2 hour and went nuts,but they're pretty,and I know she will love them.
Components:
GP connectors,ear wires,and jump rings,GF 22G eye pins,and spacers. Gold tone coins from a hobby store,Labradorite faceted rounds 8mm,Carnelian faceted rounds 8mm,Carnelian faceted ovals 12ish mm?Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Mar 20, 2014 at 9:31 pm #
KatsAllThat says:These are very cool Nancy…I especially like the colors in the last pair. Your friend will smile!
On Mar 20, 2014 at 11:20 pm #
Beadzilla aka Wanda says:I’m sure these will put a smile on her face
Love the design and colors! Gorgeous, Nancy!
On Mar 21, 2014 at 12:09 am #
SYD Sydney H says:At 72 and (half ?) deaf – I’d love the tinkle jangle of them – LOL. I’ve got some of those coins in silver, same size. Might make me a pair
On Mar 21, 2014 at 3:02 am #
franny says:wow! labradorite & carnelian…made for each other, especially with gold tones!
On Mar 21, 2014 at 6:12 am #
Beadaholic1 says:These are awesome….I have tinnitus, so what’s a little more noise? I’d wear them in a heartbeat! LOL She’ll love them!
On Mar 21, 2014 at 6:59 am #
DayLily aka Del says:Beautiful.
On Mar 21, 2014 at 9:15 am #
Beading Hippie Shawn says:super cool!
On Mar 21, 2014 at 10:17 am #
A Little Pizzaz aka Judy says:These are gorgeous; brings out the gypsy in me!
On Mar 21, 2014 at 10:40 am #
Gail Layne says:Oh yeah! These will make a most satisfactory “ching-a-ling” for a devoted noisy jewelry fan! (I’m one too) Especially love the round carnelians in the middle, they look like maraschino cherries!
On Mar 21, 2014 at 11:27 am #
Nancy Mc says:Thanks for your kind comments ladies! A little ching ching in the bling.
On Mar 21, 2014 at 7:21 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Bling! Cha-ching and ding-a-ling! What a wonderful gift for your friend.
On Mar 21, 2014 at 8:07 pm #
Sonja J says:Very cool! Bohemian, Gypsy-ish and interesting, love the color combo! I’m sure your friend will love them! Keep it up! =^__^=
On Mar 21, 2014 at 10:48 pm #
BellaRose says:Love labradorite…great earrings! I am sure your friend will love them…:)
On Mar 22, 2014 at 9:07 am #
Asia says:Beautiful earrings, poor pliers they worked hard in your hands
On Mar 22, 2014 at 9:08 am #
Asia says:I mixed the pictures, love the earrings and she will love them for sure
On Mar 22, 2014 at 10:17 am #
CAS says:Lovely earrings … very “Helen of Troy”esque. Your friend will love them, I would.
On Mar 22, 2014 at 1:45 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Thank you ladies. I liked the Helen of Troy comment. That’s what I was going for,in a roundabut way.
On Mar 24, 2014 at 12:03 pm #
Lillabetta says:Love the earrings, I’m obsessed with coin jewelry! They turned out very nice
On Mar 28, 2014 at 7:51 am #
Michelle says:Hi Nancy, these are nice ‘jingle jangle’ earrings, definitely made to make a jingle !!! Love the colour combination too, love carnelian !! Nice earrings !