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on “Summer Garden lariat”:“Three is perfect. It’s really lovely!…” read »
on “Summer Garden lariat”:“I love your design. When I finally get rid of all these beads, I'd love making…” read »
on “It's Raining On The Sun”:“Thanks Sweetjane. I love your pieces as well. In fact, I keep thinking about that bracelet…” read »
on “Summer Garden lariat”:“This is a beautiful lariat. I agree it's an anytime of year necklace. You used such…” read »
on “Summer Garden lariat”:“I think this is a anytime necklace. I love lariats and have never made one. You…” read »
- on “It's Raining On The Sun”:
“K Ralston....This bracelet...as well as the earrings are gorgeous!! You have a very creative imagination, and…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“Thanks so much for all your kind words and support!! I really appreciate them so much! I've…” read »
on “Some Simple Earrings”:“I like the ones with the mismatched pearls! That is me, miss-matched! But I…” read »
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on “Summer Garden lariat”:“Heeee !! I agree to the excuses and thank you so much beady !!…” read »
on “Summer Garden lariat”:“Beautiful Kimberly. I love the mix of beads and especially the leaves on the ends. I…” read »
- on “Summer Garden lariat”:
“Thank you Creel !! It wasn't exactly what was in my head but sometimes it works…” read »
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“I guess it is more fall than spring, but I love fall and it's beautiful. My…” read »
on “Summer Garden lariat”:“Oooooh! Love this! Especially the earthy mix of Czech with little flowers.…” read »
on “It's Raining On The Sun”:“Have fun organizing your beads today--it's one of my favorite things to do!
…” read »- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“Super fun designs !! You have a couple more weeks to create and I look so…” read »
- on “It's Raining On The Sun”:
“Thank Stingray, kye, Kimberly, Crystal and Beady for the positive feedback. Sorry it's snowing on your…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“What fun earrings. I think the ones with the long tubes and fish tails are my…” read »
- on “It's Raining On The Sun”:
“I love this set KR. Beautiful yellow crystals and your wiring is fantastic. Such a funny…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“So poised, balanced, and interesting. A hard combination to pull off. Perfect.…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“C.C...I really cheated on that one. The charms came like that...I just added some ear wires!…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“Love them all! Did you patina the chevron chain in the second pair? If…” read »
on “Some Simple Earrings”:“Love the mixed metals, Jane! The ones with patina are my favorites. Best wishes…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“It's hard to pick a favorite. Maybe the featured pair but all of them look fun…” read »
on “Flower Ring”:“All of those ideas sound good to me. I think it's a pretty ring, too.…” read »
on “Some Simple Earrings”:“Wow three pair of beautiful earrings!…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“Love that third pair, Jane. I love seeing (and wearing) your creations, they're just so "you"!…” read »
- on “Some Simple Earrings”:
“These are simple earrings to wear any day anywhere. You've got a little over 3 weeks…” read »
- on “It's Raining On The Sun”:
“I agree with all the above comments !! This set is just so so pretty !!…” read »
- on “It's Raining On The Sun”:
“What a beautiful set! I like the title--the light topaz drops fit it so well.…” read »
- on “Butterfly Bush”:
“I love the colors in this and the chainmaille flower really helps set off the pendant…” read »
- on “It's Raining On The Sun”:
“Your title really fits this pretty set. So imaginative!…” read »
- on “Angel”:
“Thank you for the positive feedback. I appreciate your comments. Nancy, that's a really good idea.…” read »
- on “It's Raining On The Sun”:
“Excellent! These are unique and stylish. I love the earrings.…” read »
Mandala Mala
About this design:
Using the mandala as the focal point or guru for this piece to me represents our circles of life (family, friends and our communities) within the circle everything else.
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Cut 3.5 meters of cord, placing an overhand knot in the middle. Begin stringing on your beads on one side. Knot in between each bead. TIP - If you pull your next bead against the knot, it will secure the knot in place. 15 Burma Jade, 6 Pacific Blue Apatite, 3 Burma Jade, 9 Pacific Blue Apatite, 1 Burma Jade, 3 Pacific Blue Apatite, 6 Burma Jade, 1 Pacific Blue Apatite, 6 Tibetan Style Agate, 1 Pacific Blue Apatite, 3 Tibetan Style Agate = 54 beads |
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Step 2: Tying a string in the middle of the cord so you can remember where each side starts for the counting of the beads as you string them on. |
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Step 3: Repeat the pattern from Step 1 on the other side = 108 beads |
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Step 4: Knot the Mandala in place and use burner to finish off the ends of the cord. |
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Step 5: Tie ribbons on back of Mandala to accent. |
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On Aug 26, 2016 at 12:44 am #
dolllady aka Pam says:Another great color combination! I like this one due to the softness of the colors, the use of the Mandala and the ribbons. You certainly have some perks to your job and chance to use and show your skills and creativity as a designer and teacher.
On Aug 26, 2016 at 9:15 am #
Moogie says:Burma jade & pacific blue apatite are both in my cart! I love this color scheme. The addition of the silk is perfect. Luscious!
On Aug 27, 2016 at 8:16 am #
Asia says:Fantastic, now I really want to learn more and try this type of beading
On Nov 27, 2017 at 12:23 pm #
jmasters1118 says:Nice design!
On Mar 30, 2018 at 3:19 am #
Amy Demaris says:Global gold keychain with rough amethyst chunks, vintage earring with hammered chain. I take old and broken pieces and make them new and hopefully brings pleasure to someone.
On Sep 01, 2019 at 5:09 am #
Y Campbell says:I love that Mandela mala necklace. Beautiful colors