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Chatter
on “Chandeliers and Vintage Glass”:“LRC, the hand blown silk glass drops are lovely. I like how you didn't fancy…” read »
- on “Bird Is The Word”:
“The fact that you are creating despite your injured shoulder, says a lot. I think…” read »
on “Chandeliers and Vintage Glass”:“Your earrings are beautiful. I haven't heard of dill glass before but will definitely be…” read »
- on “Bird Is The Word”:
“Great earrings! The white rondelle pair looks like lanterns with the way the light…” read »
on “Hawk Spirit”:“I just love the focal! ...and all the beads you chose to go with it. Great…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“You never know...what comes out of what we perceive as mistakes...comes out all for the better!…” read »
on “Chandeliers and Vintage Glass”:“Gorgeous glass drops. They must be quite difficult to make. They look wonderful with the caps…” read »
- on “Bird Is The Word”:
“Great sets KR. The white rondelles look like lanterns. And the peacocks are so much fun.…” read »
on “Chandeliers and Vintage Glass”:“Loving these, especially the blue. Elegance lies in simplicity!…” read »
- on “Hawk Spirit”:
“Wow GZ, Nice way to honor the hawk. Love your focal, the feathers and the daggers.…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“They turned out beautiful. Nice when you can fix an oopsie. Can't wait to see what…” read »
- on “Sage Blossom Necklace Set”:
“Beautiful set Elaina. Dainty and lovely.…” read »
on “Chandeliers and Vintage Glass”:“LRC, both pair are beautiful. The blue silk really have that look- soft and delicate. …” read »
- on “Bird Is The Word”:
“I love both pair K! It’s hard to be creative when you’re hurting. …” read »
on “Chandeliers and Vintage Glass”:“I don't know what silk glass is but it sure is pretty. Nice little bead caps…” read »
- on “Hawk Spirit”:
“Wowza GZ- this bracelet is awesome! It has a wonderful woodsy feel. We have hawks…” read »
on “Garden Party Custom Order”:“I'd love to party in this garden anytime. So many wonderful components. The colors and…” read »
- on “Autumn is Here!”:
“Beautiful autumn bracelet. Great color and great design.…” read »
- on “Hawk Spirit”:
“The hawk and feathers are a wonderful center piece/focal. Great design with an excellent choice…” read »
- on “Bird Is The Word”:
“Simple is good especially if you are dealing with a sore shoulder and a lack of…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“Necessity is the mother of invention and you have invented a whole new look with the…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“Ingenuity at it's best....love it!…” read »
- on “Hawk Spirit”:
“I totally agree with all the comments....your choices of beads and other components depict the majestic…” read »
on “Don’t make this mistake”:“Yeah - um - can you accidentally do a full strand?
Beautiful fix!…” read »- on “Hawk Spirit”:
“What a great tribute to hawks. They are such grand creatures and this bracelet will be…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“What a brilliant save Robin. The new beads are quite beautiful.…” read »
- on “Hawk Spirit”:
“Wow GZ, this turned out fantastic--you nailed it! Everything here depicts the Red Tailed Hawk…” read »
- on “Hawk Spirit”:
“Beautiful bracelet. I love your clasp!…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“What a perfect save for such a large gasp accident! They may not look like…” read »
- on “Sage Blossom Necklace Set”:
“Lovely necklace! The colors are soft and would dress up any little black dress or…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“What a way to take lemons & make lemonade! After their dip in the tarnish…” read »
- on “Sage Blossom Necklace Set”:
“So feminine & soft. Love how you incorporated the teardrops in the front.
…” read » 
on “The Blue Fish”:“Your earrings are beautiful. So much bling! I didn't see one hummingbird this summer. Hummer bummer.…” read »
- on “Autumn is Here!”:
“Fall is my favorite season too. It is much too short in my opinion. Your bracelet…” read »
- on “Terra Agate Necklace”:
“Thanks Robin and kye. Yes, the focal is beautiful and there's a whole strand to choose…” read »
- on “Autumn is Here!”:
“Beautiful components designed so cohesively. I just love your fall bracelet. And the floral link -…” read »
- on “Garden Party Custom Order”:
“Beautiful pastel colors. The patina on the metal is gorgeous. I'm sure she'll love this garden…” read »
- on “Autumn is Here!”:
“I very much enjoy the process of gathering beads for a particular project or idea I…” read »
- on “Autumn is Here!”:
“Thanks so much everyone! GreenZ: the square is antique soochow jade.…” read »
- on “Autumn is Here!”:
“Great little bracelet!! Beads...design...everything..well put together bracelet.…” read »
Wire-Wrapped Felt Rounds
About this design:
I wanted to show how you can easily make a bead link out of felt rounds.
What you’ll need:
You will need any size felt ball and 22/24 gauge wire.
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Add your thoughts!
On Sep 27, 2019 at 5:58 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:You ladies at Lima crack me up with all of your ideas for felt balls. So much fun!
On Sep 27, 2019 at 1:46 pm #
Crystal Canary says:I just typed the same thing on another post! These ideas really get all of our creative juices flowing!