The Design Gallery
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Chatter
on “Wirewrapped Rings by JCL”:“You have a really nice collection. I know one will be on my gift list for…” read »
on “Buttery Goodness”:“Love the design and the fabulous selection of elements you have used. The placement of…” read »
- on “Labradorite loves the ocean”:
“Great design and the neutral color would look good with any color worn with it.…” read »
- on “Ear Rings with Hammered Wire”:
“You are so right, Robin. Bling is always good. It is one of my…” read »
- on “A Girl with a Curl on a Unicycle”:
“Thanks Robin. It is held together by little short sections of wire that are flattened…” read »
on “Peacock feathers & Diamonds”:“Thanks! They SOLD moments after putting them up on my site! Easy creative pieces, that are…” read »
on “MOTHER OF PESRL FAN #2”:“Oh thanks - Guess I can't read. Ha.…” read »
- on “MOTHER OF PESRL FAN #2”:
“MOTHER OF EARL YOU CAN GET EM RIGHT HERE @LIMABEADS…” read »
- on “MOTHER OF PESRL FAN #2”:
“Pretty design HH. What are the sticks made of? Love the colors.…” read »
- on “Fanned Lava Chakra Necklace”:
“Love all the colors between the lava rock sticks. Nice design.…” read »
- on “Positive Vibes Necklace”:
“I agree with Chicky. Lovely colors.…” read »
- on “The Wisdom Keeper Necklace”:
“Love the contrast of the large focal with the seed bead chain. Very nice.…” read »
- on “The Summer of Love”:
“Thank you Robin. This one wasn't that speedy. I was so frustrated that I set it…” read »
on “The Summer of Love”:“Beady, you never cease to amaze me! not only with design, but with the speed in…” read »
- on “Ear Rings with Hammered Wire”:
“Look great! These would look good with necklace too! Bling is always good!…” read »
- on “An Unusual Pair”:
“I love the look of different metals too! These are so pretty-Id wear them with the…” read »
- on “Turning Over a New Leaf Design”:
“Beautiful fall colors, sweetJane! love the design!…” read »
- on “A Girl with a Curl on a Unicycle”:
“I like it LRC-how is it held together? Out of the box is always good. That's…” read »
- on “The Wisdom Keeper Necklace”:
“Great job on the bail. The chain is so cute. I can't wait to copy…” read »
- on “Rain Curtain Sun Catchers”:
“First of all, Ali, your tree and garden are beautiful, and even more so with these…” read »
on “An Unusual Pair”:“Flash and movement! Just what you'd want in a great pair of earrings. Love the…” read »
on “Buttery Goodness”:“This is connected to fresh pick but it uploaded sideways! Will try to reload—hope you can…” read »
- on “A Girl with a Curl on a Unicycle”:
“LRC - you always make me laugh.…” read »
- on “Turning Over a New Leaf Design”:
“Great design and color, sweetjane. I would wear this in a heart beat. It…” read »
- on “A Girl with a Curl on a Unicycle”:
“Thanks BLE. When my son came to pick up his little dog I showed it…” read »
- on “The Summer of Love”:
“Thanks so much Pam. With you guys around I'll never run out of ideas!…” read »
- on “An Unusual Pair”:
“Thanks for the compliments. I haven't seen them on anyone yet but as light as…” read »
- on “Ear Rings with Hammered Wire”:
“Well... I don't know about an alpaca. Maybe a profile of one. I'll get back…” read »
on “The Summer of Love”:“BLE Wowzers!!!!! This is so outstanding and summery. Have you thought about polka dots or…” read »
- on “Ear Rings with Hammered Wire”:
“LRC - These are so fun. I like the idea of bling. Designs are great. Do…” read »
- on “Turning Over a New Leaf Design”:
“Sweetjane - Love this beefed up version, It has a nice balance between the large and…” read »
- on “An Unusual Pair”:
“Wow. These are so pretty. How did you texture the discs? The combination of metals look…” read »
- on “A Girl with a Curl on a Unicycle”:
“"There was a little girl who had a little curl..." This is fantastic. And so funny.…” read »
- on “The Summer of Love”:
“A llama or alpaca... What a great idea... Ha Ha Ha Ha ha. Besides, can't you…” read »
on “Ear Rings with Hammered Wire”:“These are super!! Simple and classy!…” read »
- on “An Unusual Pair”:
“They look like a fun pair of earrings...my kind of different!! I admire your metal working…” read »
- on “The Summer of Love”:
“BLE, I'm just helping you come up with new designs.... I'm sure there are many off the…” read »
- on “Milky Way Bracelet”:
“I have the same question. I purchased all the pieces but can’t quite figure out…” read »
- on “The Summer of Love”:
“Thank you ladies... LRC - I was afraid you'd do this to me - Paisley!?! Oh…” read »
Earring update
About this design:
I’m still loving the alcohol ink- and the Czech glass daggers. I’ve gotten so many compliments on those big daisy ink earrings ( I usually don’t wear big earrings, but times are changing and now love them).
Components:
I used lucite beads and hand painted them with alcohol ink. The leaf pair have copper findings and Swarovski crystals. The Czech dagger beads came mainly from LB and some from Etsy. Notice the Czech glass watercolor flower pods in the red pair- they’re too cute(hope LB gets more in). I need a room for all these beads!Additional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On May 25, 2019 at 3:07 am #
Melody F says:Beautiful!
On May 25, 2019 at 3:55 am #
Melody F says:Beautiful! I like the red and gold ones, and the green and purple ones best.
On May 25, 2019 at 6:31 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Robin – your earrings are so creative. I just love seeing what others are making. I don’t know how to use alcohol inks – is it hard to do? And it’s funny how our taste in jewelry changes over time.
On May 25, 2019 at 11:02 am #
Granny Nancy says:Wow, tAlk about talent! You have a real style and technique(s) for making flower earrings – I guess you could call them statement earrings. I love them all.
On May 25, 2019 at 11:27 am #
Maggies Mom says:Beautiful!
On May 25, 2019 at 11:36 am #
dolllady aka Pam says:I would have a difficult time picking a favorite. These are really gorgeous. I really like the pair pictured by itself and the pink and green flower earrings.
On May 25, 2019 at 1:48 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Lovely earrings! All the different elements combined together create so much appeal & charm. They really are very beautiful!
On May 25, 2019 at 5:25 pm #
Fresh Baked says:Alcohol inks are awesome! You’ve really mastered their use on these components.
On May 26, 2019 at 11:26 am #
Medieval Momma says:These are beautiful!
On May 26, 2019 at 11:46 am #
kye says:Your earrings are creative beauties. You have such an interesting and unique style.
On May 26, 2019 at 12:28 pm #
Stingray haines says:I love your Czech dagger earrings. The red pair reminds me of samurai armor.
On May 28, 2019 at 8:31 pm #
tomasina says:WOW an wow again! Your leaves are so REAL! All your earrings are perfect, each so different and so – well, PERFECT! Love ‘em!
On May 29, 2019 at 2:20 am #
Little Round Chick says:Ditto to all of the above comments! Absolutely fantastic designs!
On May 31, 2019 at 3:45 am #
ClovisakaLois says:Beautiful colors and very vintage looking designs!