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Aventurine and Peanut Pearls
About this design:
This is also a rescued piece. I had it almost finished then lost track of the aventurine beads so I added in some other beads. Found the beads later, finished the cuff but may rework one side so there will be more of the aventurine.
The pearls are a bit unusual. They are peanut pearls. I've had them for quite some time and I'm not sure where I got them. Originally I bought them out of curiosity...they are cute and look like tiny snowmen.
Components:
14ga and 24ga copper wire, aventurine, jasper and copper beads, peanut pearlsAdditional Images:
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On Mar 07, 2022 at 5:31 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Very pretty bracelet! I love the colors and wirework. Those pearls are so darned cute.
On Mar 07, 2022 at 6:42 pm #
BevB says:I agree with Pam! I’m glad and finished it.
On Mar 07, 2022 at 10:32 pm #
MH says:Lovely work!
On Mar 08, 2022 at 6:25 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Beautiful LRC. The peanut pearls fit in beautifully. (They do look like little snowmen.) Love the addition of the copper beads.
On Mar 08, 2022 at 10:12 am #
kye says:How gorgeous is this? Wow! Aventurine and pearls are a wonderful combo. Your wirework is amazing.
On Mar 08, 2022 at 12:57 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Thanks everyone. I guess each of us has a skill where we do our best work. I can’t do bead work or chain maille or any work with small components so I work with 12 and 14ga wire… I can see it!
On Mar 08, 2022 at 1:36 pm #
Chriskatz201 says:Will you share instructions for this pretty bracelet
Round chick?
Christine Roberts
chriskatz201@gmail.com
On Mar 08, 2022 at 5:36 pm #
C Piccillo says:Little Round Chick – this bracelet is gorgeous! May I please have the step-by-step instructions for this beauty?
Chery – cperchie@hotmail.com
On Mar 09, 2022 at 12:12 am #
K Ralston says:This one looks even more difficult. I like it the most of the two. Bead encrusted! Beautiful color choices too.
On Mar 09, 2022 at 6:26 am #
Deb Harding says:This bracelet is gorgeous. My favorite colors.
If my comment shows up more than once it’s because it didn’t seem to post at all!!!
On Mar 11, 2022 at 11:51 am #
Brenda H says:Terrific bracelets! I’ve always admired your wire work! I’ve tried many times but I’m never satisfied with the results… your right about working with your strengths!
On Mar 15, 2022 at 1:33 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Wow, the swirls in the brass on this one are super! I think the peanut pearls are very cool. These must take a lot of patience to make. You have nailed this style and inspired us all. Absolutely Gorgeous LRC!