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on “Dressy or Drab?”:“Definitely not drab...I really like both of them. I had never heard of teacup beads...but they…” read »
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The library didn't have it...... Maybe I can check Amazon.…” read » - on “Everything Soochow”:
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on “Dressy or Drab?”:“Very pretty. The golds dress it up and the textures tone it down - what…” read »
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“CC I don't think we can send messages to each other anymore. It seems all that…” read »
- on “Lenca Love!”:
“I love the ruggedness and earthiness of this bracelet Jogi! And allot of interest with…” read »
on “Dressy or Drab?”:“So pretty Jogi. I love all of the components you used. A wonderful set. 33 years.…” read »
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on “Lenca Love!”:“This is a cool bracelet. I especially like those carved ones. It's all very natural and…” read »
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A New Life
About this design:
I've had the remnants of this necklace hanging around...then I got this copper clay toggle and thought it was perfect as a focal for it. The other necklace is an owl from Robin's box, I finally made into a necklace.
Components:
Larimar Blue Crazy Lace, Lampworked beads, Blue Quartz, Blue tulip bead, sari silk, copper clay toggle, PH swirl link, Czech glass flower, orange ring, ceramic owl, Chrysoprase, copper heishi, emerald Czech spacers, Czech daggers, wood beads, ceramic rings, copper links, sari ribbon and copper hookAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jan 16, 2021 at 2:16 pm #
Melody F says:Whenever I check out Lima Beads, and that’s often, I always hope you will have posted some of your creations. I love the way you combine objects from different sources. What is that big round thing above the spiral on the leaf pendant necklace? Both of these pieces are little art works! These days I seem to be more of a collector than a creator. You may be the inspiration I need to get going. Any hints on how?
On Jan 16, 2021 at 3:40 pm #
Kimberlywilliams60 says:I just always love your creativity !! Love both designs and I adore that owl !!
On Jan 16, 2021 at 4:06 pm #
Maggies Mom says:Well said! Both are pretty, but I love the leaf necklace!
On Jan 16, 2021 at 4:52 pm #
sweetjane says:Melody…that’s the toggle clasp…it was so pretty I used it as a focal. When I feel uninspired…I have a large collection of old beading mags…I look at them and sometimes that will trigger an idea or two.
On Jan 17, 2021 at 3:15 pm #
Melody F says:I have old beading mags too. I love revisiting some of my favorites in them. And I have my favorites on Lima. Plus catalogues from elsewhere and screenshots collected from online. I’m also in the FB The Beady Bunch. I need a muse, or a kick in the pants. No selling outlet now is a problem. I used to have several. I really love your bracelets, and since that was mostly what I was making and selling before the covid-19 outbreak they really interest me. If I ever make any I’ll post them. Mine were just stretch bracelets, but I would like to get more artsy! ☺
On Jan 18, 2021 at 4:40 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Both necklaces are fun & inspiring! Lately, I’ve also been collecting more than creating, especially with Lima’s great sales. Very cool how you used the clay toggle as a focal and the PH spiral link in the design. The lighter colors of the owl piece are really appealing to me. Creative & uplifting designs!
On Jan 23, 2021 at 1:06 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:Always love your designs sweetjane. Fun, creative and so you. Love the owl and the way you used the donuts or rings. And the colors are great also.
On Jan 24, 2021 at 7:39 am #
sweetjane says:Thanks for all the kind comments!! I appreciate each and every one of them.