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- on “Ladybugs”:
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on “Rustic Rectangles”:“I might add...these are no way professional enough to put in my shop. They will probably…” read »
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- on “Just For Fun”:
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on “Gnome”:“Thanks everyone. Yes bluedog the pinecone is from my yard. Robin - For some reason the hat…” read »
- on “On the Move”:
“What a great necklace. Love the little turtles and the message.…” read »
- on “Just For Fun”:
“Those are some fun bracelets. Your bead choices are always great. Love the ladybug.…” read »
on “Just For Fun”:“I'm drawn to the purple bracelet, of course. The large bead is one I've…” read »
on “Bluebird of Happiness Etc.”:“Is this the one you mentioned you were going to rework?…” read »
- on “Just For Fun”:
“Oh my Jane!!! I love the Lady Bug bracelet. What kind of clasp is that?…” read »
on “Just For Fun”:“The ladybug is adorable and yes its a perfect match with the Millifiori bead. I…” read »
on “On the Move”:“Wonderful necklace with a special meaning. Love it!…” read »
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- on “The Days Grow Long”:
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- on ““Isn’t she lovely “”:
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- on “The House That Gaea Built”:
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- on “Wildcat Beads”:
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- on “Winter Lotus”:
“Love your necklace Becca W. Very pretty design and the colors are great. Nice pendant.…” read »
- on “Winter Lotus”:
“Beautiful! Excellent design and color. The way you beaded the focal is so wonderful. Just a…” read »
- on “Flower power”:
“Nice contrast in this pretty necklace. Pink and black is a great combo.…” read »
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Metal Feather Earrings
About this design:
These new paddle focals are fantastic for making a quick embellished necklace or a great pair of earrings. I decided to make earrings but added a little color using Vintaj Patina Inks.
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On Sep 28, 2017 at 3:36 pm #
ClovisakaLois says:Such a pretty project! Love the earrings!
On Sep 28, 2017 at 4:15 pm #
Jean C says:Very striking earrings!
On Sep 28, 2017 at 6:06 pm #
Fresh Baked says:What great components and so inexpensive! It would take me hours of measuring, cutting, forging, filing and sanding to make these. Love the metal paint colors!
On Sep 28, 2017 at 7:27 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Beautiful and no one needs to know that you didn’t do the long tedious part, but the fun coloring and putting together!
On Sep 29, 2017 at 10:51 pm #
Moogie says:I love the colors you chose & I especially love the fact that you actually thought to color the metal!! It takes that cute focal to a way higher level. Thanks for sharing your brilliant idea!
On Sep 29, 2017 at 10:53 pm #
Moogie says:Oops, I meant earrings, not focal. It’s hard for me to grasp sizes on screen
On Sep 30, 2017 at 7:54 am #
kye says:What a great idea! I’m going to have to check out the Vintaj Patina inks.
On Oct 04, 2017 at 2:32 pm #
Beadelish says:Very pretty. I love the colors!
On Oct 19, 2017 at 4:19 pm #
Wing D says:Which color is the patina? It looks like you used more than one.
On Oct 26, 2017 at 4:21 pm #
K Batts says:Can’t wait to give these a try
On Aug 04, 2018 at 11:20 am #
Maribeth B says:I love all your jewelry but would like to make chokers with slide on charms. Where did you purchase those ? I loved them.
On Feb 23, 2019 at 5:08 pm #
mmartinez6313 says:Love this look. I’d like to know how you got the paint on without touching the other bars?
Thanks
On May 29, 2020 at 8:13 am #
Maggies Mom says:Fun!