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on “Mr. BeBe the squirrel”:“Oh, and Pam, that story is hysterical.…” read »
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“First, about your necklace. Like all your pieces it is full of great and varied colors,…” read »
on “Mr. BeBe the squirrel”:“What a fun necklace!! Well put together..color and design are great! I have one squirrel …” read »
on “Mr. BeBe the squirrel”:“Unfortunately the Reddy -human venture ended while went to California over Christmas. The hoods…” read »
on “Mr. BeBe the squirrel”:“Great story Pam-hilarious! I had a squirrel that would come down the tree for peanuts and…” read »
on “Midnight Ruminations”:“Crystal, I love this necklace! I was away at work and couldn't access LB…” read »
- on “Mr. BeBe the squirrel”:
“And, I love your links of beads, too. Such a textured dream!…” read »
- on “Mr. BeBe the squirrel”:
“Ha Ha Ha Pam, great story! I don't have an affinity for squirrels but I…” read »
- on “Mr. BeBe the squirrel”:
“Beautiful necklace! The squirrel reminds me of Reddy. He was the squirrel that my…” read »
on “Midnight Ruminations”:“Thank You Kye & Phoenix! *Kye, I agree that taking our minds off the current…” read »
on “Some more Vintage etc.”:“I'm OK Jane. We didn't have even one power outage. Living in a facility like…” read »
on “Some more Vintage etc.”:“Ooh! Autumn and Spring Equinox bracelets. Both are beautiful. I gravite towards the orange because Fall…” read »
on “Let it Snow Earrings”:“I'm new to bead weaving, so perhaps this was not the best project to begin! …” read »
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“I am grateful to have such great friends and neighbors . I am concerned about Nancy...she…” read »
on “Some more Vintage etc.”:“Looks like you are making great use of your time inside staying creative and cozy. …” read »
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“Glad you're safe, Jane. What great neighbors!…” read »
on “Some more Vintage etc.”:“More wonderful bracelets. Hard to pick a favorite. I am so ready for spring so…” read »
on “Some more Vintage etc.”:“Winter can be tough around here also. We bought a generator in the summer but it…” read »
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“Thanks you all! They were predicting almost a foot...but I don't think we got maybe …” read »
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“Yes- Beautiful bracelets. I love the rectangular hole on the orange bracelet that is repeated in…” read »
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“Everyone seems to like the pastel bracelet best, but I like the orange one best. I…” read »
- on “Some more Vintage etc.”:
“Jane both bracelets are beautiful! I love the pastel bracelet! It's my style and…” read »
on “Midnight Ruminations”:“Another beautiful work of art! The black beads really highlight the blues. Sorry about…” read »
- on “Some more Vintage etc.”:
“The pastel bracelet is is reminding me that spring will come! I need that. …” read »
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“Jane , these are so pretty! I especially love the pastel colored bracelet- that heart…” read »
- on “Emerald Ring”:
“Love your squirrel. We feed the squirrels also (well actually the birds - but I cant…” read »
- on “Ornate Golden Necklace”:
“Wow. You ladies are so nice. Thank you all so much. This one was fun to…” read »
- on “Works Like a Charm”:
“Wonderful bracelets sweetjane. Love how the flattened chain looks with the toggle - and then -…” read »
- on “Honeycomb”:
“So pretty Robin. I love all the components you used. Such a fabulous array of beads.…” read »
- on “Honeycomb”:
“Love this unusual heart pendent. And all the tiny surprises peeking out everywhere in this necklace...bees,…” read »
- on “Works Like a Charm”:
“Who doesn’t love a sweet kitty face! But the blue connector really caught my eye.…” read »
- on “Honeycomb”:
“Wow! A work of art! I can tell you made this with love in your heart…” read »
- on “Works Like a Charm”:
“Two more beauties. The cat bracelet is my favorite. Everything you've chosen works so well together.…” read »
- on “Ornate Golden Necklace”:
“So pretty. Your work is amazing. I'm always impressed with your designs and colors. Beautiful BLE.…” read »
- on “Works Like a Charm”:
“Thanks to all for your comments! I thought it was amazing how the kitty charm worked…” read »
- on “Honeycomb”:
“It's definitely an homage to bees. Truly inspired. Love the lampwork beads and the honeycomb design…” read »
- on “Emerald Ring”:
“It's getting really NOISY outside. What have I done, LOL. The birds are coming from everywhere…” read »
- on “Honeycomb”:
“Stunning necklace, Robin! I really love what you did using the hexagon. The colors and…” read »
- on “Works Like a Charm”:
“Wow Jane--NIce! I love the first bracelet for soooo many reasons. First, that is…” read »
- on “Ornate Golden Necklace”:
“Wow!! What else can be said! I don't know how you come up with all these…” read »
Woven Tortoise Shell Earrings
About this design:
These statement earrings are made by simply gluing an acetate coin to these woven focals.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- Ear Wire
- Rattan Coin Focal
- Acetate Coin Focal
- Super Glue
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Place a few drops of super glue to the top of the rattan coin and to the acetate coin. Place the acetate coin carefully onto the rattan and press down gently. Let the glue dry for at least 20 min. To finish, slide the piece onto an earwire. |
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On Aug 09, 2019 at 10:54 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Elaina – These earrings are so creative and look like they would be lightweight for summer.
On Aug 09, 2019 at 1:53 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:I have to say ditto to BLE! Just this morning I had an email with the rattan and instead of the coin charm they had a the smaller round link hanging above it. You already have me thinking for next summer, Elaina!