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on “MOTHER OF PESRL FAN #2”:“YOU CAN THEM HEREAT LIMA BEADS MOTHER OF PEARL FAN. HAPPY BEADING TO ALL OF YOU! HOT…” read »
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 »
About this design:
Thomasin ‘Alyx’ Alyxander designed these dazzling diamonds. For instructions, see the free pattern available for order on our site. Just add it to your shopping bag and we'll include a printed pattern in your shipment. The pattern creates a 5/8" wide by 1 7/8" tall diamond before adding the ear wire.
What you’ll need:
You will need 4 grams of TOHO 11/0 Aikos beads (split up between 4 colors), 1 gram of TOHO 15/0 rounds, a pair of ear wires and thread of your choice.
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