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on “Vintage Floral Necklace”:“It posted before I was finished, Another unique and stunning design!…” read »
on “Vintage Floral Necklace”:“It’s PREFECT!!!! Anno…” read »
on “Vintage Floral Necklace”:“I love using mixed metals. Your necklace is amazingly gorgeous! It is a wonderful blend…” read »
on “Vintage Floral Necklace”:“Thank you, Moogie, Crystal, and Little Round Chick. I really appreciate the feedback.…” read »
on “Avocado flowers”:“I must agree with everything CC and LRC said! Bright and sunny is the theme…” read »
on “Vintage Floral Necklace”:“Your necklace definitely has a lovely vintage look. I really like the color harmony of…” read »
on “Vintage Floral Necklace”:“Your bead choices definitely enhance the lovely focal. I like that the necklace contains all…” read »
on “A Nod To My Favorite Dr.”:“This is fabulous Beady! It’s so artistic. I love the glass fishies—they’re swimming & making little…” read »
on “Vintage Floral Necklace”:“Althea, you’re speaking my language with that diamond focal! Beautiful!…” read »
on “Avocado flowers”:“They may be avocado flowers but they are also instant sunshine and so cheerful! Wear…” read »
on “Anatomy of a Bracelet”:“BLE, all of us retired teachers can learn you just about anythin you want. CC, I have…” read »
on “Avocado flowers”:“Love this flowery bracelet--the color is so vibrant. You've got me thinking about Spring…” read »
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on “Anatomy of a Bracelet”:“Wonderful. All of the happy colorful beads inside and outside the squiggles. Love it. Lots of teachers…” read »
on “Heavy Wirework Necklaces”:“Beautiful wireworking. Such beautiful swirls. And I love the latte colored beads in your 2nd set.…” read »
- on “Anatomy of a Bracelet”:
“Thanks for the comments and compliments ladies. I think I'll give this style a rest…” read »
on “Anatomy of a Bracelet”:“These look very fun to make. Thanks for adding the extra pics of it in progress.…” read »
- on “Heavy Wirework Necklaces”:
“Thanks! I used 14 gauge for the swirls, 16g (or maybe 18 because I had to…” read »
- on “Anatomy of a Bracelet”:
“This is so beautiful! I loved your note about your art classes. My first…” read »
- on “Heavy Wirework Necklaces”:
“Wowzer! Both of the necklaces are stunning. Your wire work is spectacular!…” read »
- on “More Hearts from Nancy”:
“Thanks you all for your comments!! The fiber bead bracelet, I do like..but...I have issues…” read »
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“I remember Zoraida and her exceptional jewelry. Her artistry was superb. You made quite a number…” read »
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on “Drops of Spring”:“Please list all the products and quantity needed for this project.…” read »
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on “Nancy's Owls”:“Somehow I missed this one. I love how you have featured the owls. Awesome as heck.…” read »
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“Love the iridescence of this one. I thought it was glass too.…” read »
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- on “Rhyolite”:
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- on “Monstera Set”:
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What's Your Mood Ring
About this design:
Mood beads are definitely a throwback to the 70's and are so fun to wear! I love how they start black and as you wear them they turn into meaningful moody colors.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
You will need 22 gauge wire, I used about 2 feet and a 8x9mm rondelle mood bead. I listed other options in the product list. You will also need a ring tool or I used a highlighter marker to size my ring. I used stainless steel wire, if you use this you may want to file your ends down. Stainless wire is very sharp when cut.
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Cut a 2ft piece of wire, and feed it through the bead. |
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Step 2: Once throught the bead, push opposite ends through the bead again. |
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Step 3: Now place your ring sizer or marker through the loop and pull tight. |
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Step 4: Take one side of the wire and go over the top, and the other wire around the bottom of the bead. |
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Step 5: Keep wrapping the wire around the bead until you like how it looks. |
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Step 6: Then take your ends and start to wrap around the wire that goes into the ring on each side. Make it tight, use pliers if you need to. |
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Step 7: Just make sure to file or tuck in any sharp wire ends. Just adjust the wire to make it tight and neat, finished! |
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On Dec 10, 2020 at 2:01 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Lovin’ this! What a great way to rekindle some great memories from the 70′s. The multiple wraps around the bead create an unusual but smashing effect. Groovy & fun ring!
On Dec 10, 2020 at 3:08 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:Always loved mood rings and yours is so fun. All the wraps give it an unusual new look.
On Dec 12, 2020 at 8:51 pm #
Robin nursechick says:What an awesome ring! Fun to make and fun to wear! I love the mood beads!
On Dec 21, 2020 at 8:59 am #
Andrea at Lima says:Thank you!
On Jan 13, 2021 at 1:22 pm #
I Richardson says:I just saw the new design today. I love the ring design. I can’t wait for supplies to come back in stock.
On Feb 24, 2021 at 2:57 pm #
D MAYO says:Great Site! Glad I found you.
On Apr 13, 2022 at 11:44 am #
Snoopylovespepsi says:Love the ring can’t wait to make it!
On Nov 04, 2022 at 12:27 pm #
Chari B says:Love the ring and very much appreciate the instruction details..finding someone who can give good instructions is hard. Thank you for sharing your work and ideas with the community