The Design Gallery
Follow along with step-by-step beading projects and share your designs with beaders around the world—it’s quick & easy!
Chatter
on “My workspace”:“My very small room is FULL! To find what I want. I have to move…” read »
on “Pebbles, Pearls and Cloisonné Bracelet”:“There is a fanciful balance to this that really reminds me of the first greens after…” read »
on “Another Cloisonné Necklace”:“It reminds me of delicately painted East Asian vases.I like the bold floral of the cloissonne…” read »
on “Cloisonné Necklace”:“Thanks, Sweetjane and Beady. Sweetjane, you have an incredible talent for designing bracelets.…” read »
on “Custom Order No. 1”:“Merilee...my shop's name on Etsy is SixtyEastDesigns.so named because I was sixty at the time...and…” read »
- on “My workspace”:
“I can't believe how orderly it is! I couldn't show a photo of my workplace...it's very,…” read »
on “Another Cloisonné Necklace”:“Thank you, everyone, for your kind words. Beady, The necklace is 21 inches long.…” read »
on “My workspace”:“If the world was flat cats would have pushed everything off by now.
It is…” read »- on “Another Cloisonné Necklace”:
“Wonderful spring time combination of colors. The aventurine is a perfect companion for the cloisonne.…” read »
on “Spring on my mind”:“Wow! Fantastic bracelets! I hope the storms have let up for you and at…” read »
on “Pebbles, Pearls and Cloisonné Bracelet”:“This is an outstanding spring and summer bracelet! It can be used with casual and…” read »
on “Party Dress”:“Thanks you all for your much appreciated support! Not sure who would buy this...but you never…” read »
on “Nancy to the Rescue”:“You are always an inspiration to me. When I feel uninspired, I just look on here…” read »
on “Full Day 2-Wrap Bracelet”:“Hello! Do you know if you pull on the this leather will it tear apart? I…” read »
on “Pebbles, Pearls and Cloisonné Bracelet”:“Lovin' this! One of my favorite colors!…” read »
- on “My workspace”:
“What a window for daydreaming. I would love to visit your window! xoxo…” read »
on “Another Cloisonné Necklace”:“Althea, I just knew this was your piece ... Love it! No spring here! xoxo…” read »
on “Custom Order No. 1”:“Ditto! Ditto! Ditto! Jane -what is your website, please? Merilee…” read »
on “Pebbles, Pearls and Cloisonné Bracelet”:“Wonderful colors. Love the magnesite pebbles and, of course, the pretty flower.…” read »
- on “My workspace”:
“Beautiful habitat for your kitty. They do love windows.…” read »
on “Nancy's Purple Link”:“I love the colors you used in this design. The agate coin makes a lovely focal.…” read »
- on “Another Cloisonné Necklace”:
“The aventurine beads look great with the Cloisonné. Beautiful design. How long is your necklace?…” read »
on “Cloisonné Necklace”:“I also love Cloisonné - Lovely with the onyx beads and pearls. Great work.…” read »
- on “Party Dress”:
“What a fun focal party dress. Lovely with the flowers. Yes -- skipping through the flowers!…” read »
on “Pebbles, Pearls and Cloisonné Bracelet”:“Beautiful! I love the green leaf, and the little white flower charm next to it…” read »
on “My workspace”:“Oh, I just noticed that your window shelving is divided into 16 squares, just like the…” read »
- on “My workspace”:
“That's a wonderful photo of your work station. I'm surprised the cat doesn't knock some…” read »
on “My workspace”:“It does look like a peaceful add a to bead, meditate or just plain daydream!…” read »
- on “Another Cloisonné Necklace”:
“This is a wonderful spring into fall necklace.…” read »
- on “Nancy's Purple Link”:
“Outstanding colors! This would be great for February and March babies.…” read »
on “Cloisonné Necklace”:“A great design...great choice of beads, and I love cloisonne. You definitely have a talent for…” read »
on “Cloisonné Necklace”:“Thank you to all of you for your kind comments. I really appreciate them!…” read »
- on “Re Do”:
“I agree with Crystal that the flowers really complement the owls. I really like your Re…” read »
- on “Floral Focal Bracelet”:
“Thanks, everyone, for your kind comments!…” read »
on “Cloisonné Necklace”:“Thanks, Althea, for posting the close ups. Amazing how reflective the black onyx are!…” read »
on “Re Do”:“Jane, I like the added flowers in this one. Somehow they are so appropriate for…” read »
- on “Cloisonné Necklace”:
“Cloisonne and pearls... what could be more elegant? Love the design!…” read »
on “Party Dress”:“Spring Fling Party Time! The dress focal is delightful and the flowers are perfect with…” read »
on “Cloisonné Necklace”:“Beautifully elegant with the Cloisonné & pearls!…” read »
Sea Breeze
About this design:
I came across this sea sediment jasper while sorting through my stash and thought, what a lovely reminder of the seashores in my native Philippines.
Components:
Sea sediment jasper square beads and oval beads, Czech glass emerald satin leaf beads, Czech glass gold washed turquoise 4mm melon beads, dragonfly charm, clasp.Additional Images:
Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Nov 25, 2022 at 7:32 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:What a gorgeous reminder of home! The jasper beads are exquisite!
On Nov 25, 2022 at 9:48 pm #
K Ralston says:These are very pretty stones. I like sea sediment Jasper. I’ve bought a few cabochons on line. Some are gorgeous and some a little more dull, but they are all nice.
On Nov 26, 2022 at 1:58 am #
Melody F says:The stones remind me of aerial photography of coastal geography. You make lovely bracelets.
On Nov 26, 2022 at 7:38 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Wow. Such pretty beads. And I love the leaves and dragonfly. The clasp matches so well also. It’s a beauty.
On Nov 29, 2022 at 4:42 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Oh, those beads look awesome with the copper. I think this bracelet definitely looks like a beautiful memory of days spent on the seashore. Very nice Althea.
On Nov 30, 2022 at 10:44 am #
SilverCords aka Judy says:What a gorgeous bracelet!! The copper findings with the beads look awesome together.