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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”:
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- on “A New Life”:
“Thanks for all the kind comments!! I appreciate each and every one of them.…” read »
Gingko Dream
About this design:
I fell in love with these gingko charms, so I added them to a helm weave chain, and I think it looks like my art deco theme continues. The critic is Pangur Dubh (Gaelic for "little black cat").
Components:
nickel silver and aluminum jump rings, Zola gingko charms, plated claspAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On May 23, 2018 at 6:11 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Pangur Dubh is as totally enamored with this necklace as I am! Wonderful piece!!
On May 23, 2018 at 6:14 pm #
jdtt says:Art Deco indeed! I love helm chain, a perfect weight for the size of the leaves. I would wear this one!
On May 23, 2018 at 10:16 pm #
Fresh Baked says:The ginkgo leaves give this necklace a gorgeous patina coloring and weight. Your chain is a perfect compliment!
On May 23, 2018 at 11:24 pm #
S KatollakaSue says:As gorgeous as this piece is, my favorite part is the fabulous Pangur Dubh! (I just miss being owned by cats…)
On May 24, 2018 at 3:06 am #
ClovisakaLois says:Hey, I have a cat just like yours! I digress…love your gingko leaves design! I have always loved the shape of the gingko leaf.
On May 24, 2018 at 11:57 am #
Maggies Mom says:Ahhhh … I miss my Buster, who was a lookalike for Pangur Dubh. And Gingko is one of my favorite trees. I think they are so peaceful and graceful. Beautiful work!
On May 24, 2018 at 7:53 pm #
jghall333 says:Pangur Dubh thanks his fans. Alas, he lost that single white whisker he had as a baby.
On May 24, 2018 at 10:20 pm #
kye says:Really beautiful! What could be better than chainmaille, gingko and a cat?
On May 25, 2018 at 1:09 am #
Medieval Momma says:Great looking necklace and such a cutie pie kitty.
On May 25, 2018 at 9:50 pm #
Kathryn R says:I agree with all above! And Pangur Dubh is the the perfect model to show off your beautiful ginkgo necklace. Love all the green – my favorite color!