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on “Witches Brew Bracelet”:“I'm waiting for those beautiful green rondelles to come back in stock! This is Halloween…” read »
on “Silly Summer Earrings”:“Thanks to all of you. Melody the knots are between the dangling beads. I usually sew…” read »
on “Silly Summer Earrings”:“Kids would love seeing and wearing these along with fun loving adults like me!…” read »
on “Silly Summer Earrings”:“So fun! You did a great job creating a fruity delight!
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on “Silly Summer Earrings”:“These are just darn cute!…” read »
on “Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets”:“So fun. I also like the silver tubes. Nice.…” read »
on “Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets”:“Shin IL elastic cord is high quality and holds its shape really well. I've been really…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Quoth the Raven "Nevermore." I like your raven and your colors are fantastic!…” read »
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- on “Woodland Trails Teadrop Necklace”:
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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”:
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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”:
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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 »
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- 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 »
Vampire Tears Earrings
About this design:
I've posted this stone before. It's called Lepidocrocite on most sites,but I have seen it called Vampire Tears. I thought it was rather romantic. My g'daughter asked me for earrings for college graduation,and told me she was wearing blood red lipstick,so I thought of these right away. they looked great on her.
My other design is almost identical,but I was surprised at how different they "feel" with gold. What do you ladies think?
Components:
Large Lepidocrocite faceted stones,dyed red Agate,Moonstone,GP findings,and vermeil ear wires.Additional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On May 15, 2015 at 11:54 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Nancy, you have one lucky granddaughter! I’ll bet she was a stunner with these. I’m not much of a gold person, but I like the look off the gold better than the silver. Maybe it is the difference in the design of the finding, but the gold finding looks more comfortable.
On May 16, 2015 at 8:10 am #
DayLily aka Del says:I love this stone and you made a wonderful design to really showcase it’s magical properties. The gold is perfect.
On May 16, 2015 at 10:49 am #
N Taylor says:Great color. Goes with everything.
On May 16, 2015 at 1:16 pm #
Maggies Mom says:A Fave! Both look great, love that gemstone, never heard of it, nor seen it before. I like the gold ones better, but both look terrific.
On May 16, 2015 at 1:40 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Wow–I love the red inclusions in this stone! I’ve never seen it before either. You have highlighted the red perfectly with the agate and moonstone–kinda mysterious with all the depth in this piece. Love them both, but I also like the contrast of the gold better, and I’m usually drawn to silver. Lovely work!!
On May 16, 2015 at 2:09 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Nancy, thanks for the PM. I appreciate the vote of confidence–see reply!
On May 16, 2015 at 2:55 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Thanks to all you nice ladies. I also prefer the gold. It’s funny that I don’t care to wear gold right now,but I like to work with it.
Lepidocrocite is a great stone,isn’t it? It’s technically Lepidocrocite IN Quartz,according to what I’ve read. something about iron ore,blah blah. LOL I just love looking at it.
On May 16, 2015 at 6:44 pm #
kye says:I’ve never seen this stone either. It really is beautifull! I think I like the warmth of the gold the best. It really sets off the red agate. Love the way you used the moonstone and agate clusters to enhance the beauty of the lepidocrocite.
On May 16, 2015 at 11:22 pm #
sweetjane says:These are just some great earrings! I love the stone and I also vote for gold.
On May 17, 2015 at 12:39 am #
Nancy Mc says:Thanks again,chicks. I’m always happy to show a stone that other ladies aren’t familiar with. It was love at first sight,with me. Hope someone else gets some,and creates something fab!
On May 17, 2015 at 1:42 am #
Elis Mom says:These are awesome! I also vote for the gold, as it adds warmth to the design. But, the other pair is beautiful as well!
On May 17, 2015 at 8:38 am #
Asia says:Have no idea how I missed them, love the stone and I also like the gold version better as the contrast is fantastic
On May 17, 2015 at 2:29 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Thanks,ladies.
Elis Mom..your dog is “weak in the knees” cute.
On May 19, 2015 at 12:22 pm #
A Rozmin says:The gold seems to warm the design up, so I also like it better. Love your design!
On Jul 31, 2015 at 4:28 pm #
Mahala RockChick says:I LOVE these! I have some large lepidocrocite brios that I have been meaning to make into a cluster pendant with some rock crystal cubes and pearls but have been wanting some pink tourmaline to put with it and haven’t found any (that I am willing to pay the outrageous price for) I may have to settle for some tourmaline colored glass!
On Jul 31, 2015 at 4:29 pm #
Mahala RockChick says:And I really like the gold!