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on “Some More For My Shop”:“Great bracelets Jane. The one with the elephant charm is my favorite.…” read »
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on “Tiny Tree Charms”:“What a clever idea! I'm going to borrow your idea for some Christmas gifts!…” read »
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on “Some More For My Shop”:“Hi Jane, These are all lovely. I am partial to the one with the elephant charm.…” read »
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- on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
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on “Some More For My Shop”:“Jane, these are wonderful!! Love the yellow heart with the bird. They will…” read »
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- on “Ice Drop Earrings”:
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“Love the blend of elegant & organic in this design! Nice use of the links.…” read »
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- on “Eye of Shiva Earrings”:
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Sunflower
About this design:
I was thinking about the new Van Gogh show in Detroit, and came up with my version of a sunflower necklace.
Components:
aluminum and bronze jump rings, glass leaves, copper claspAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 13, 2021 at 1:47 pm #
kye says:Oh wow! This is awesome. Such a special necklace.
On Apr 13, 2021 at 2:34 pm #
Stingray says:This is a very creative application of jumprings. What an excellent idea and delivery of design.
On Apr 13, 2021 at 3:27 pm #
Melody F says:Neat necklace. I didn’t realize those were jump rings until I enlarged the photos. Now we need a smile from you. Thanks for sharing.
On Apr 13, 2021 at 3:40 pm #
sweetjane says:Excellent!! This must have taken you a while to do! A wonderful tribute to Vincent and his sunflowers!
On Apr 13, 2021 at 4:03 pm #
Kimberlywilliams60 says:Oh my !! This is just amazing !! What a wonderful and cheerful design !!
On Apr 13, 2021 at 6:50 pm #
Jogi says:This is beautiful! It took me a minute to figure out it was rings, too. This is a great take on the sunflowers of Van Gogh!
On Apr 13, 2021 at 9:30 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Outstanding necklace!! I love seeing your designs. You always have such unique designs.
On Apr 14, 2021 at 12:16 am #
K Ralston says:This looks involved! It’s unique. It’s awesome.
On Apr 14, 2021 at 7:27 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Beautiful necklace. It really does look like Van Gogh’s sunflowers. Such an intricate design. Love the colors.
On Apr 14, 2021 at 12:17 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Beautiful work! I like the addition of the glass leaves–such a nice touch to enhance the theme. Sunflowers are such ‘happy’ flowers. It’s hard to believe they can grow so tall. Using the multi-colored jumprings adds a wonderful depth to the piece. I always enjoy seeing all the thought and hard work you put into your creations.
On Apr 14, 2021 at 12:30 pm #
jghall333 says:Thanks, everyone, for your kind comments. I’m so happy that you like my work.
On Apr 14, 2021 at 8:04 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Instant sun shine just like the flowers in the Van Gogh painting, Unusual use of jump rings and very effective.