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nutkitten on “Butterfly Cuff”:
“Ok when you said modelled, I though you meant how the actual item was modelled or…” read »
tikitorte on “Desert Rain Earrings”:
“love these!…” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “Flower Ear Wrap”:
“This is very pretty also. Thank you for the picture of it on the ear.…” read »
K Ralston on “Girls Need Pearls”:
“Crystal, seriously, get your chocolate and cookies, and whatever you need to provide stress relief today.…” read »
K Ralston on “One More Shard”:
“Sweetjane, I found a broken piece of pottery on my walk today. I don't know what…” read »
K Ralston on “Butterfly Cuff”:
“My favorite one is the one with the big drop bead, but this is also very…” read »
K Ralston on “Ear Cuff”:
“You are inspiring me to try to make some ear cuffs. They would be perfect for…” read »
K Ralston on “Frost Green Ear Cuff”:
“Got to agree with Crystal. You can never have too much bling and these are definitely…” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “Butterfly Cuff”:
“This is a cute one with the butterflies and lighter green beads. I would still…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Butterfly Cuff”:
“I really like the contrast in this one between the brass wire and the green beads.…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Ear Cuff”:
“I really like the simple nature of this ear cuff and the character it has due…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Frost Green Ear Cuff”:
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Crystal Canary on “One More Shard”:
“I think the shard focal has a wonderful presence in the design. I like…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Re Do For Nancy”:
“Oh my, this is absolutely beautiful! I love how the purples are pulled out of…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Freebie From Lima”:
“Nice piece using the wood/resin focal. I especially like the way you used the Vinaj…” read »
nutkitten on “Frost Green Ear Cuff”:
“To dolllady - ear cuffs are actually easy. You simply make an S shape leaving…” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “Frost Green Ear Cuff”:
“Interesting piece! I would like to have seen it modeled.…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Christmas for Izzy”:
“I only wish I had a beautiful creature like this--I love the face! …” read »
Robin nursechick on “Christmas for Izzy”:
“Crystal, she hasn’t seen it yet. Love the picture of the cow , is she yours?…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Denim Blue Jeans”:
“All of your comments mean a lot. Thanks for taking the time to post. Robin, This…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Girls Need Pearls”:
“Wow Kathleen, these are gorgeous! You've got me thinking that every woman needs to have…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Christmas for Izzy”:
“Robin, this is absolutely magnificent! I really like the colors. When you mentioned on…” read »
sweetjane on “One More Shard”:
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sweetjane on “Re Do For Nancy”:
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K Ralston on “One More Shard”:
“Beautiful blues. I really enjoy your pottery shard designs. I agree with Nancy. It should sell…” read »
K Ralston on “Re Do For Nancy”:
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K Ralston on “Re Do For Nancy”:
“Nancy has the best beads and you make awesome use of them. That owl is to…” read »
K Ralston on “Girls Need Pearls”:
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Jogi on “Squiggles and Springs”:
“Snoopy is in it! And, they are all cute!…” read »
Jogi on “Girls Need Pearls”:
“I approve of everything! The bracelets are so pretty and the earrings, pop! Cookies…” read »
Jogi on “Christmas for Izzy”:
“What a pretty necklace for her. Colors are great and I love the hoodie!…” read »
Jogi on “One More Shard”:
“This is so pretty! Makes me think of the beach for some reason. The…” read »
Jogi on “Re Do For Nancy”:
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Granny Nancy on “One More Shard”:
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Granny Nancy on “Re Do For Nancy”:
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sweetjane on “One More Shard”:
“Here are some other pics …” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “One More Shard”:
“Outstanding colors with the lottery shard! It is vibrant yet calming.…” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “Re Do For Nancy”:
“Beautiful owl necklace! The little owl is terrific!…” read »
Kimberlywilliams60 on “One More Shard”:
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Kimberlywilliams60 on “One More Shard”:
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Embellished Cork Bracelet

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About this design:

For this focal bracelet, I sewed gemstones around a cabochon & glued the focal pieces to the cork cord. This cord is easy to work with, & there are endless design options!

What you’ll need: (buy products below)

Metallic Gold Mixative
Paint brush or applicator
Needle & Thread
Cork Cord
Cork Coin Focal
Cabochons
4mm Gemstones
Super Glue
Crimp Cord Ends

Step-by-Step Instructions:

	Step 1: Lay a 6" Piece (or whichever size fits your wrist) of cork cord out on a flat surface. Place a piece of tape all the way down the entire length of the cork so half of the cork is covered. Paint the exposed part of the cork with the gold mixative. Once it's dry, slowly peel the tape off.
	Step 2: Glue a large oval cabochon to the center of the cork coin focal. Once dried, cut around the cabochon, leaving a small bit of cork exposed around the edge.
	Step 3: Sew the 4mm beads around the cabochon. Tie a knot at the bottom of the piece of thread, pull the needle through from the back of the cork, and slide on a bead.
	Step 4: Once the bead is on the thread, pull the needle through from the back of the cork piece again.
	Step 5: Next, push the needle back through the hole in the bead. This will make the bead remain in position.
	Step 6: Push the needle back though the cork from the back of the piece, slide on another bead, and repeat the steps. Place a small drop of glue to the beginning & end knot of the thread to secure them.
	Step 7: Glue the focal to the center of the cork cord. Glue a square cabochon to the cord on both sides of the focal. Finish by attaching the crimp cord ends.