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on “Night Owls Lariat”:“So many different kinds of owls, and the branches!!! Fantastic. Lucky daughter:)…” read »
on “Sari Silk Gift Wrap”:“really cute!…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“Thanks for the great comments. This is a peyote stitch so each row only adds 1/2…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“That is really awesome!…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“The black background for this piece really makes the vivid owls really pop! Thanks for all…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Yes, thanks for sharing, Phoenix! They are very protective of their food sources, aren’t they?…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“Beady--Pure artistry!! This is wonderfully playful & would be so enjoyable to wear! I…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“I watched the video--precious! Adding red glass beads would definitely draw them. Thanks Phoenix…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Thanks for the info Phoenix. That was fun to watch.…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Thank you all so much for your sweet comments. KR - I designed the owls using a…” read »
on “Follow The Directions”:“So pretty! Love the colors.…” read »
on “Hummingbird Swing”:“Check out the bird supply store: Duncraft.com to watch a video of hummers using a…” read »
on “Follow The Directions”:“Thanks so much for all the comments!! I'm happy with this necklace and that I was…” read »
- on “Stranger's Earrings”:
“Such pretty nifty wirework!…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“How amazing is this. I always wonder how in the world someone puts something like this…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“I've never heard of a hummingbird swing. It's so sweet. Will they use it? Even if…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Your bracelet is wonderful. Yellow and grey. Who knew they could be so beautiful together? I'd…” read »
- on “Follow The Directions”:
“Lovely blue necklace!…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Very cute. VERY artistic!! How do you do all this? And is your…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Fresh Baked, I like the idea of a fairy swing, and if the birdie guys want…” read »
- on “Follow The Directions”:
“When I saw this I guessed it would be yours, Sweetjane, and it was. Very…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“You made me smile! What wonderful energy in this piece! Are you sure you…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“This looks so difficult. Did you have a pattern for the owls at least, or were…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“So adorable! I love the rich colors and different owl types. How creative and fun!…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Absolutely darling!! What a fun piece of art to wear!!…” read »
on “Night Owls Lariat”:“This is so cute!…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Lovely work. Love all of the different beads and the colors are wonderful. So fun also.…” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“Close-ups of the upside down owls on either side of the center. …” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“And close-ups. …” read »
- on “Night Owls Lariat”:
“As always - more photos. …” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Such fun. I tried making a swing for my hens when they were little but it…” read »
- on “Stranger's Earrings”:
“Wow KR - those are long. Beautiful work. Sorry to hear about your problem Bev.…” read »
on “New year”:“The square bead is Lampwork glass. The same as most of the others. Seed beads in…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Gotta love Pinterest, friends! I saw some hummingbird swings posted on there and thought they…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Ditto! Complete success! So glad you were able to get it posted. I…” read »
- on “New year”:
“It looks great from what I can see...I especially like your touches of sari silk.…” read »
on “Hummingbird Swing”:“This is fabulous and so sweet!!! Thank you for sharing your inspirational swing!…” read »
- on “New year”:
“Successful attempt!!! I like the textures and whimsy in this piece.…” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“Love this!! Our little hummy is still in his leafless tree again this winter. …” read »
- on “Hummingbird Swing”:
“This is too cute! I'll have to make one of these for my little buddies…” read »
Something Different
About this design:
I decorated these tote bags for my daughters for Christmas. They come with the design printed in black & are made to paint/color & embellish. I used various fabric markers & embellished with Swarovski hotfix flatbacks. They liked them!
I haven’t posted my jewelry creations in a while simply because I have been avoiding photographing anything! I really need to get after it & post in my Etsy shop. No photos + no descriptions = no sales,
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Add your thoughts!
On Mar 10, 2018 at 11:00 am #
BJSue says:I never comment but have to because these are soooo pretty! I know they are even nicer than the photo because of the embellishments that you added. Thanks for sharing.
On Mar 10, 2018 at 12:16 pm #
Moogie says:Oh BJSue, you honor me❤️ If you create your own jewelry, we would love for you to share. I truly appreciate your compliment.
On Mar 10, 2018 at 6:44 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Moogie, I can see why they liked their gift. I’ll bet they loved them. BJSue, please feel free to comment on posts and making some posts of your own. We love to have newcomers added to the family.
On Mar 10, 2018 at 9:29 pm #
kye says:These are so beautiful! I love the colors you used, especially the pop of bright green. I know what you mean about taking photographs. It is easy to put that off. Sometimes I really dread trying to photograph necklaces.
On Mar 10, 2018 at 11:20 pm #
Fresh Baked says:I can see why your daughters would love these bright, colorful design totes. The coloring is so perfect!
On Mar 10, 2018 at 11:54 pm #
S KatollakaSue says:Every artist needs a change of pace, and you found a winner. I can see why the recipients loved them – great color use and wonderful embellishments!
BJSue, welcome, and comment.
On Mar 12, 2018 at 10:20 am #
Crystal Canary says:These colorful designs are so eye-catching, especially with the added Swarovski embellishments. You did a fantastic job with the choice of colors–perfect contrasts within. I can’t believe you filled in the color yourself–flawless execution. I would have been outside the lines for sure!
On Mar 12, 2018 at 11:46 am #
Moogie says:Thanks Limabuddies!
Crystal, it must have been that kindergarten teacher who made me start over because she said my coloring was too sloppy. I couldn’t convince her I was going to clean it up!!
On Mar 13, 2018 at 2:31 pm #
Poms Forever aka Donna says:Moogie, how I love these designs and the colors you choose are just divine. They remind me of stamping a Madalla design on metal. I have tried but have not mastered. I am back my Lima buddies and hope to start posting regularly. Missed you guys.
On Mar 13, 2018 at 2:32 pm #
Poms Forever aka Donna says:Gee, I need to take my time. Does Madala only have one “L”? LOL
On Mar 15, 2018 at 8:20 am #
Annabel says:Oh wow these are awesome, Moogie! I love tote bags. And those patterns are yummy!
It’s such a good idea for a gift.
Ooohh I wonder if you could do those and embroider them with the teeny little seed beads in matching color? Although I’d end up going blind even trying.
I love the colors and I adore those patterns and the crystals just make them pop. These are totes beautiful bags! Get it? Geeett it?
Yes, that’s right, I’ve had zero sleep for 3 days..
On Mar 16, 2018 at 1:48 pm #
Little Round Chick says:WOW! Now that is some color! Love ‘em both.
On Mar 18, 2018 at 8:58 pm #
BJSue says:Thanks for welcoming me!! I’m looking forward to posting jewelry in the future.
On Mar 18, 2018 at 9:30 pm #
Moogie says:Welcome back Donna!! Missed you. Can’t wait to see some of your creations.
I noticed several of our Limabuddies showed up again. Missed you too, LRC!
Annabel, I hope you get some sleep! I suppose a person who likes to sew seed beads could fill in the spaces with them. But that would not be me!! Although I do want to embroider around cabochons some. I did one trial & it wasn’t too difficult.
BJSue, bring it on:)!!