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on “Tiny Tree Charms”:“How cute. I wish I had some.…” read »
on “Some More For My Shop”:“Great bracelets Jane. The one with the elephant charm is my favorite.…” read »
on “More Christmas”:“Thanks you all for your comments!! The pendant in the first necklace is actually Labradorite. And…” read »
on “Tiny Tree Charms”:“What a clever idea! I'm going to borrow your idea for some Christmas gifts!…” read »
on “Christmas Earrings”:“Thanks you all for your comments!! These aren't the best photos, I don't think. But...at…” read »
on “Tiny Tree Charms”:“Very clever!…” read »
on “All Heart”:“Love this purely silver design. The differing heart patterns & spiral charms will look super…” read »
on “Faceted Drop Earrings”:“I'm intrigued by the shape of the findings.…” read »
- on “More Christmas”:
“I can't say it any better than anyone else. But, I disagree with Debbie. One can…” read »
- on “Numinosity goodness”:
“This is so cool. I saw it the other day and didn't have time to sign…” read »
- on “Christmas Earrings”:
“Jane these are all understated and will compliment many outfits. I really like the Labradorite earrings.…” read »
- on “Last Gifts for Debbie”:
“I really like this necklace, and this bracelet is even more Miriam Haskell than the elephant…” read »
on “Ice Drop Earrings”:“All right, who bought all the crystal w/ silver crullers?!? Icy cool, These can go with anything.…” read »
- on “Sapphire Cascade Earrings”:
“Ooh that color with gold. Agree, those links really elevate this design.…” read »
- 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 »
- on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
“Shells are so beautiful, this spiral in the snail's door really suits these earrings. Such beautifully…” read »
- on “All Heart”:
“The first piece of jewelry I can remember was a puffy heart locket from my Grandmother.…” read »
- on “Some More For My Shop”:
“Thank you all so much for your comments!! I guess making bracelets is my thing. I…” read »
on “All Heart”:“This is a beautiful reminder for family members.…” read »
on “Ice Drop Earrings”:“Love the crystal clear clarity of these beads. Simply elegant.…” read »
- on “Sapphire Cascade Earrings”:
“Great design and the color is just stunning!…” read »
on “Some More For My Shop”:“Hi Jane, These are all lovely. I am partial to the one with the elephant charm.…” read »
on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:“Hi Stingray, Thanks for sharing the enlightening info. Thanks also for the thoughtful comments. I…” read »
- on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
“Hi Pam, Do check, maybe you'll love them as is or decide to create a different…” read »
- on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
“Thank you Crystal Canary. I appreciate your kind comments.…” read »
on “Some More For My Shop”:“Jane, these are wonderful!! Love the yellow heart with the bird. They will…” read »
on “Celestial Drop Earrings”:“where can I find the velvet boxes these are shown in?…” read »
on “Some More For My Shop”:“I knew that bracelet would sell quickly. Its exquisite!!…” read »
- on “Some More For My Shop”:
“Ooooo! These are stunning for Christmas gifts. The last one is my favorite. It…” read »
- on “Sapphire Cascade Earrings”:
“The organic links add so much to these earrings. They add an elegant upgrade to these…” read »
- on “Ice Drop Earrings”:
“These are beautiful all year earrings. They are winter ice, but also ice cubes for…” read »
- on “Sapphire Cascade Earrings”:
“Love the blend of elegant & organic in this design! Nice use of the links.…” read »
- on “Ice Drop Earrings”:
“Oh yes, love dangling beads from chain. It's a design that has so many possibilities…” read »
- on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
“Stingray, thanks for the fun fact--Very interesting!…” read »
on “Bead Cap Snowman Earrings”:“These little snowmen are so cute!…” read »
- on “For My Shop”:
“I love the cat bracelet! The other one is charming too! Good work Jane.…” read »
on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:“Very interesting, a good earing design. Fun fact, these are actually the opurculum of a shell;…” read »
- on “Last Gifts for Debbie”:
“Beautiful pieces Jane. She will love them.…” read »
- on “Last Gifts for Debbie”:
“Nice work Jane--I love the rich color mix in the bracelet & especially the GGS coin!…” read »
- on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
“Beautifully done. The shells are so inspiring.
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Hawaiian leaves
About this design:
I wanted to make beaded leis for an event in Hawaii. Usually the colors are changed in rows, but I switched colors between the beads that link the rows instead.
Components:
Czech seed beads, FirelineRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Mar 12, 2017 at 9:28 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Lovely beaded leis! They will make some event special.
On Mar 13, 2017 at 11:52 am #
kye says:I’ve never seen beaded leis before. What a great idea. It”s so intricate and beautiful.
On Mar 13, 2017 at 10:05 pm #
C Ferguson aka Annie says:Wow – that looks like a lot of work, but it is beautiful. This is the first time I’ve seen a beaded lei as well.
On Mar 15, 2017 at 7:33 pm #
Asia says:Another beauty
On Mar 16, 2017 at 4:03 am #
S KatollakaSue says:Also lovely, and i see I mistyped “Ogalala.” Sorry.
On Mar 20, 2017 at 12:40 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Wow, beautiful! Such detailed and precise work. What a wonderful idea for a Hawaiian theme.