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Not fake gems. They're genuine Acrylic.
About this design:
Let's face it. Some of us are fools for color. I couldn't resist the image of these jewel tone acrylic beads,so I bought a bunch. I think they're fun,and they're light as a feather.
I know my friends will like these.
Components:
Acrylic beads in brass,GP over surgical steel ear wires,GP jump rings,crystal bicones,GP/brass ball head pins,and Czech 2 tone beads from Lima. **GP over Brass head pins are a BEAR to wrap with. They're very springy,but they look nice and the price is great.**Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Dec 10, 2014 at 12:36 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Oh, Nancy, these are beautiful! Love the title! What wonderful components you found. Did these come already set in the bezels? I have been admiring your earrings for a long time now and really like your style. Super nice!
On Dec 10, 2014 at 12:55 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Thank you,CC. Yes,they are already set. So many fun colors.
On Dec 10, 2014 at 1:35 pm #
JoJoMN says:Those are very pretty. Can you share where you purchased the acrylic beads from?
On Dec 10, 2014 at 2:49 pm #
DayLily aka Del says:So fun. I like light earrings.
On Dec 10, 2014 at 3:19 pm #
BeadlingatMonsterPajamas says:So Pretty!
On Dec 10, 2014 at 5:34 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Cute and fun and very bright!
On Dec 10, 2014 at 6:58 pm #
Maggies Mom says:Love the title, love the earrings with their lightness, and great wrapping job! I usually stay away from acrylics, but these are too pretty!
On Dec 10, 2014 at 7:34 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Thanks ladies. This is my first time with acrylics. I couldn’t resist the colors.
Hi Jo Jo.here’s a link. I hope it works.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Loosebeadshop?section_id=7942115&ref=shopsection_leftnav_1
On Dec 11, 2014 at 12:12 am #
Fresh Baked says:Perfectly pretty for some holiday sparkle, Nancy! The gold is a nice rich touch to these earrings.
On Dec 11, 2014 at 2:00 am #
gypsyheartCin says:Good quality acrylic beads can be even more sparkly than their more expensive glass counterparts. And since they’re so lightweight, you can make up big chunky designs that won’t make anyone feel like they’re wearing boulders for earrings. I love the gold with these beautiful jewel tones. Thanks for sharing Nancy!
On Dec 11, 2014 at 7:19 am #
S Clifton says:Love these earring , where did you get the acrylic gemstones Nancy .
On Dec 11, 2014 at 10:29 am #
Nancy Mc says:Hi S Clifton. I posted the link above ^^^.
They’re very inexpensive.
On Dec 11, 2014 at 2:33 pm #
Beadzilla aka Wanda says:They are all fabulous, Nancy! I especially love the royal blue ones, they pop right off the page at me
On Dec 11, 2014 at 4:52 pm #
Lois D says:These are so gorgeous. I LOVE the idea of lightweight earrings. Thanks for providing the link, too. Oh my goodness, what a fabulous selection of faux gemstones!
On Dec 12, 2014 at 7:02 am #
S Clifton says:Thank you Nancy.
On Dec 13, 2014 at 12:33 am #
Nancy Mc says:You’re welcome S.C. I’d love to see what a creative lady like your could do with these these hot colors. Please post if you do!
On Dec 13, 2014 at 8:42 am #
Deb Harding says:Those are acrylic???!!?? I thought they were crystals!! Very pretty colors and nice designs. I love the blue ones with all the dangles.
On Dec 13, 2014 at 11:22 am #
Warped Wire Studio says:LOVE your post!!! LOL. I appreciate the link too. I have some customers who look for really light weight earrings and these look like they might fit the bill. Nice work, Nancy!!
On Dec 13, 2014 at 3:38 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Thanks to all for your nice comments. I’m happy,if the link can help someone.
On Jan 18, 2015 at 11:30 am #
Michelle says:These are lovely Nancy, and I too love how you have titled them !!! ~~ very good
I love the colours !