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on “One Goof”:“Such an interesting pendant and I like the choice of beads you used to showcase it.…” read »
on “Purple Passion and Cream Necklace”:“Purple is a great color. I love the cream colored glass pearls in this. Plus…” read »
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on “Silly Summer Earrings”:“Adorable! Fun, summer earrings. Very creative Beady!…” read »
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on “Silly Summer Earrings”:“Thanks to all of you. Melody the knots are between the dangling beads. I usually sew…” read »
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on “Silly Summer Earrings”:“So fun! You did a great job creating a fruity delight!
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- on “Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets”:
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on “Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets”:“Shin IL elastic cord is high quality and holds its shape really well. I've been really…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Quoth the Raven "Nevermore." I like your raven and your colors are fantastic!…” read »
- on “Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets”:
“These are great for stacking. How does the stretch elastic hold its shape?…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“Perfectly suited for Lima's Home Page 'What's Fresh'!
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on “Czech Glass Mix Stretch Bracelets”:“I love layering stretch bracelets! These have a nice variety of interest that catches attention--but…” read »
- on “Woodland Trails Teadrop Necklace”:
“Love the lessons on wire wrapping!!…” read »
on “The Raven”:“Thanks KR. Yes we have a lot of crows here also. I think city crows…” read »
on “Some More Nuggets”:“Love the copper flower and the chunkyness of the bracelet. It makes a statement.…” read »
- on “Getting in the Groove Again”:
“Sweetjane, I am just catching up with everyone today. So sorry for all you are going…” read »
- on “Dogwood flower”:
“Your work with the alcohol ink always astounds me. This is gorgeous.…” read »
- on “Purple flower bracelet”:
“You will sell this quickly. It's stunning.…” read »
- on “Truck necklace”:
“This just screams "free spirit." So fabulous.…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“These are so interesting. The patina and the bronze work well together. Very unique.…” read »
- on “Polygon Drops”:
“Casual and fun. Very nice Sweetjane.…” read »
- on “The Raven”:
“Hey Beady. This is a great piece. I haven't checked in for a few days so…” read »
on “Rusted Duo”:“This is such an amazing design! I love the combination of metal component and bead…” read »
on “Polygon Drops”:“Interesting earrings! I almost always have a plan for the things I purchase because the…” read »
on “Polygon Drops”:“Thanks you all!! I got a bunch of vintage/retro beads from this seller. I just kinda…” read »
- on “Rusted Duo”:
“I really like this design! The duos really bring attention to the patina. Very cool and…” read »
on “Stackable Czech Glass Nugget Bracelets”:“Thank you!…” read »
- on “Polygon Drops”:
“Wow. I really love these earrings sweetjane. The shapes are very interesting. And the colors so…” read »
on “The Raven”:“Wow Crystal. Wish I could have seen that waving, slapping and shouting. How entertaining! Yeah ravens…” read »
- on “Polygon Drops”:
“These are gorgeous! I love the reversible drops. It basically doubles the number of…” read »
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Sunset Cowgirl
About this design:
We live in a small rural town in the Southwest where there are a lot of horse ranches, cattle grazing, and even a yearly rodeo. Although I am not a cowgirl, I’ve always wanted to make a feminine western-style necklace. A while back, I pulled some chunky turquoise beads for a necklace waiting to be made, but when I saw these opaque pink agates from Lima, I knew they would work for a petite, scaled down version of what I had in mind. I hope to make a leather wrap bracelet to go along with the necklace when I get a little more time—until then, I linked one to hold me over. So ‘Howdy!’ from the land of beautiful sunsets!
Components:
Pink opaque Agate (LB), white Howlite heishi (LB), Magnesite, Cherry Quartz, pink dyed quartz, pink Czech druks, ASP findingsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Jul 02, 2021 at 2:39 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:So, so pretty! I love this set! It has a Western feel, but still feminine.
On Jul 02, 2021 at 3:06 pm #
Cathy H Chocolate Chick says:I love the colors in this! SO pretty!
On Jul 02, 2021 at 4:53 pm #
Beading Beagle says:I really like the pattern with the silver accents. The colors are great!
On Jul 02, 2021 at 5:07 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:Beautiful Robin – I love all the heishi beads. Great design and colors. And 2 strands. I love it.
On Jul 02, 2021 at 5:08 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:Sorry Crystal.
On Jul 02, 2021 at 5:25 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Beady, well at least it’s a bird…just the wrong one
Thanks!
On Jul 02, 2021 at 5:55 pm #
Phoenix says:That’s one pretty necklace pardner! (sp??) The salmon pinks and turquoise are beautiful together.
On Jul 02, 2021 at 6:50 pm #
kye says:Great designs and beautiful colors too. Plus two strands. Yay! I really like the bead pattern and especially the use of the heishi beads. The bracelet is cool too. It has a nice mix of beads. The future leather wrap bracelet has me intrigued. Can’t wait to see it.
On Jul 02, 2021 at 7:35 pm #
K Ralston says:Howdy to you Crystal. I’ve never seen a southwestern piece that was so feminine. The pinks are so pretty and I especially like the inclusion of the daisy spacers. They make the piece just a bit sparkly.
On Jul 02, 2021 at 8:02 pm #
Robin nursechick says:What a beautiful set, Crystal. This would look awesome dressed up or with a t-shirt. Have you seen the “southern girls t-shirt line?” I love the colors-you paired-perfect!
On Jul 03, 2021 at 6:52 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Nice Crystal – Is the second piece a necklace or bracelet? I can’t quite tell. Love your linked beads and the silver spacers. Just wonderful.
On Jul 03, 2021 at 12:17 pm #
sweetjane says:Beautiful colors together Crystal…and a great design! I think you achieved exactly what you wanted to. I’ve never lived in a little rural town…but I think it would be cool. I love horses….but got thrown one too many times and decided that was enough. I always look forward to your posts!
On Jul 03, 2021 at 2:41 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Thank Y’All
I sincerely appreciate all your kind comments. Those little pink heishis where fun to work with, but a bit challenging as they could have the potential to get lost in a design. Lining them up was most impactful, so I went with that idea. Thank you again everyone for taking time to post your thoughts.
Beady, the linked piece is a quick bracelet I made to tide me over until I can find time to make a leather wrapped bracelet for the necklace. I’ve got some ideas–but now just need to find the time & brush up on my skills in making one.
On Jul 03, 2021 at 4:20 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:Sounds like fun.
On Jul 07, 2021 at 11:01 pm #
Midge S says:Love the colors! Fabulous piece!
On Jul 08, 2021 at 12:36 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Thanks Midge! After I saw your wonderful Superduo bracelets, I’m rethinking the leather wrap bracelet I had in mind….Now….where do I find some salmony-pink Superduos?!