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on “Interlocked Rings Earrings”:“Rings are in! Nice way to brush up on our skills or learn to do…” read »
- on “Fern Hoop Earrings”:
“Absolutely Awesome! The description says the links are plated, so I'm a bit confused. …” read »
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“Love the combo of the Opal acetate (which looks like MOP), the shell links, and coconut--great…” read »
on “Heishi Hoops”:“My favorite style--the hoop ear wires are a blast to create with!…” read »
on “Tropical Monstera Earrings”:“Beautiful way to frame the Abalone acetate leaves! The fancy ear posts make this extra…” read »
on “Tropical Monstera Earrings”:“Thanks Pam!…” read »
on “Shell Cove Earrings”:“Another delightful pair of earrings! I must amend the fact that I love all 5…” read »
on “Heishi Hoops”:“Another fantastic earring! To be honest I love all 4 pairs.…” read »
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“This is a beautiful eclectic necklace and earrings! I love it!…” read »
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on “A Few More”:“Interesting collection with great components. I especially like the blue pendant. It looks like…” read »
on “The hills are alive🎼”:“Wonderful color and an absolutely beautiful design! What size brush did you use... one with…” read »
on “New and Old Stuff”:“Love those vintage beads. They look right at home in this bright and cheerful design.…” read »
- on “Green dream”:
“Wow! I have to agree with all of the above. This is a fabulous…” read »
on “Second piece from Nancy”:“Wow! I love the design and the beads are lovely.very organic…” read »
on “Green dream”:“Thanks, everyone, for your kind words.…” read »
- on “Green dream”:
“I agree with what everyone else has said. I have tried chain maille on a…” read »
on “Green dream”:“Exquisite! The chainmaille is really wonderful and the green seed beads really add charm to it.…” read »
on “Green dream”:“Great piece!! I also admire anyone that can accomplish chainmaille work like you have. My hands…” read »
on “Green dream”:“This is beautiful chainmaille work. My arthritic fingers salute you! The chain pattern with the green…” read »
- on “Green dream”:
“Beautiful work! I love how the little seeds flair out on the sides creating the…” read »
- on “New and Old Stuff”:
“Thanks you all for your comments!! Yes, Crystal, those are the marigold wood beads. I like…” read »
on “Sunburst Chandelier Earrings”:“These earrings are stunning. The seaglass bicones light up next to the capiz shell.…” read »
- on “A Few More”:
“I like all of these designs, especially what you did with the gold focal piece.…” read »
- on “New and Old Stuff”:
“I do like those vintage end of day beads. This version really compliments them.…” read »
- on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“These earrings are beautifully done. The alcohol inks give your detailed mini masterpieces a luminous quality.…” read »
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- on “New and Old Stuff”:
“The vintage Czech beads have much more impact lined up--they are so colorful--hope you got bunches…” read »
on “African sunset”:“I'm diggin' the tribal vibe! Love the brass element.…” read »
- on “A Few More”:
“Nice pieces Jane. I like how you highlighted the woven focal with the drop extension.…” read »
- on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“Oh Robin, I am so sorry to hear about the tornadoes. I am glad your…” read »
- on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“CC, no, it’s not a view from my house. I live in east Texas, piney woods.…” read »
- on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“Robin, these are absolutely incredible! The mountains & trees are so very realistic & beautifully…” read »
- on “Black Beauty”:
“I really like this! Very cute!…” read »
- on “A Few More”:
“I really like your seed bead work on the blue one. All very nice!…” read »
on “New and Old Stuff”:“Both bracelets are great designs! The Orange one is my favorite! Fall is a…” read »
St. Patrick’s Day Fun
About this design:
My granddaughter and I made this St. Patrick’s Day figurine. We had fun.
Components:
16 gauge aqua copper wire, various bugle and seed beads, freshwater pearls, silver plated button, 20 gauge wire.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Mar 17, 2023 at 11:24 pm #
Melody F says:I love it! You two make a great team!
On Mar 18, 2023 at 3:31 pm #
Little Round Chick says:You two make a great designing duo. St. Patrick never had so much fun!
On Mar 18, 2023 at 3:43 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:This is a super creative design! So who gets the credit for the design and who is wearing it today? I am positive it is getting much positive attention today.
On Mar 18, 2023 at 4:49 pm #
Althea A says:My granddaughter designed it and made the wire form and I did most of the beading since I was showing her how. I was just going to show her how to make a bracelet but she wanted to make something fun. She’s super creative!
On Mar 21, 2023 at 4:41 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:Wow. Your granddaughter is super creative and your beading makes it so fun. I love it.