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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 surf
About this design:
Like Hawaiian leaves, this beaded lei is done with Ogalala butterfly stitch. I use one color for the beads that link the rows. In this version, the rows are each a different color. (I arranged the lei in a rectangle to fit on the background.)
Components:
Czech seed beads, FirelineRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Mar 12, 2017 at 9:30 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:The relaxing blue of the surf and sky make this one relaxing piece to look at and most likely to wear.
On Mar 13, 2017 at 12:08 am #
Moogie says:I am always in awe of anyone who “sews beads”! Your necklaces came out beautiful. That’s a really cool stitch too.
On Mar 13, 2017 at 12:41 am #
MH says:Lovely!
On Mar 13, 2017 at 11:54 am #
kye says:Beautiful! The colors and stitch remind me of ocean waves. So pretty!
On Mar 13, 2017 at 10:07 pm #
C Ferguson aka Annie says:Ditto – gorgeous.
On Mar 14, 2017 at 2:39 pm #
Sophiebug says:Beautifully made and the colors are just gorgeous!
On Mar 15, 2017 at 7:33 pm #
Asia says:This is so cool
On Mar 16, 2017 at 4:01 am #
S KatollakaSue says:I’ve always wanted to do Oglala Butterfly stitch, but have apparently permanently misplaced the instructions. One would think, after beading for 22 years and subscribing to almost every beading magazine that it would have appeared more than once… at any rate, I love this. The colors are great together. I can’t think of anyone who wouldn’t love wearing this!
On Mar 20, 2017 at 12:45 pm #
Crystal Canary says:I really like the placement of the lighter beads evenly spaced between the darker blue ones, and how it creates an effect that can be said to reflect an ocean wave. Another very nice necklace!
On Mar 31, 2020 at 10:26 pm #
Granny Nancy says:WOW! THis is so pretty and I’m fascinated by the weaving or whatever its called.