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- K Ralston on “Wood Spirit”:
“What a great pendant. You've showcased it well by not overwhelming the piece. Love the aqua…” read »
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- K Ralston on “Busy as a bee”:
“You've got rich Earth tones in this bracelet and the bracelet bar is gorgeous. I didn't…” read »
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- kye on “Wood Spirit”:
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- sweetjane on “A bird in the hand”:
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Lovebird Earrings
by Andrea at Lima on 01/20/22
About this design:
I just love these chunky little birds! They are on full display in this simple earring design.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
•2 Czech glass birds •Gold head pins •2 Amethyst links •Ear wire •15/0 seed beads •11/0 seed beads
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Slide the beads on in the order shown onto the head pin. the wire around the bottom link loop. Wrap the wire around the base of the loop. Attach the head pin loop to the ear wire. See Tip: Wire Wrap a Charm |
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Amethyst Faceted Coin Link in Gold Vermeil 15x10mm
BACK IN STOCK!
Measurements: 2mm holes, 5mm thick
Measurements: 0.6mm hole/22 gauge
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On Jan 20, 2022 at 9:47 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:I love these bird beads! You made them into gorgeous earrings. I could see the rest of the strand in a bracelet or necklace.
On Jan 21, 2022 at 11:37 am #
Crystal Canary says:So Sweet! You know I love these! The Amethyst links are a nice choice with the AB finish on the birds.
On Jan 21, 2022 at 5:55 pm #
sweetjane says:I love these!! I love using birds in any thing…I will have to get some. Thanks Andrea!
On Jan 29, 2022 at 12:38 pm #
D Masters says:Love these