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sweetjane on “New and Old Stuff”:
“Thanks you all for your comments!! Yes, Crystal, those are the marigold wood beads. I like…” read »
JenJouterie on “Sunburst Chandelier Earrings”:
“These earrings are stunning. The seaglass bicones light up next to the capiz shell.…” read »
JenJouterie on “A Few More”:
“I like all of these designs, especially what you did with the gold focal piece.…” read »
JenJouterie on “New and Old Stuff”:
“I do like those vintage end of day beads. This version really compliments them.…” read »
JenJouterie on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“These earrings are beautifully done. The alcohol inks give your detailed mini masterpieces a luminous quality.…” read »
Erijewelry 0 on “Beach Goddess Stacked Bracelets”:
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Crystal Canary on “New and Old Stuff”:
“The vintage Czech beads have much more impact lined up--they are so colorful--hope you got bunches…” read »
Chali-o on “African sunset”:
“I'm diggin' the tribal vibe! Love the brass element.…” read »
Crystal Canary on “A Few More”:
“Nice pieces Jane. I like how you highlighted the woven focal with the drop extension.…” read »
Crystal Canary on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“Oh Robin, I am so sorry to hear about the tornadoes. I am glad your…” read »
Robin nursechick on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“CC, no, it’s not a view from my house. I live in east Texas, piney woods.…” read »
Crystal Canary on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“Robin, these are absolutely incredible! The mountains & trees are so very realistic & beautifully…” read »
maxcitypants3 on “Black Beauty”:
“I really like this! Very cute!…” read »
maxcitypants3 on “A Few More”:
“I really like your seed bead work on the blue one. All very nice!…” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “New and Old Stuff”:
“Both bracelets are great designs! The Orange one is my favorite! Fall is a…” read »
maxcitypants3 on “African sunset”:
“I love all of your designs with the african beads! Looks so rustic!…” read »
sweetjane on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“Robin!! I was actually just thinking about you recently and wondering if you would reappear. Great…” read »
sweetjane on “A Few More”:
“Thanks everyone for your comments...yes, the gold necklace is iffy.…” read »
sweetjane on “Kind of Random Bracelet”:
“Thanks everyone for your comments!! I actually took apart this bracelet, as I had a…” read »
Robin nursechick on “Magnesite Turquoise”:
“Definitely keep the bracelet- it’s beautiful! You did an awesome job on the wiring! The flowers…” read »
Robin nursechick on “Kind of Random Bracelet”:
“Jane, long time my friend. Your bracelet is beautiful- so original and unique. Everything in…” read »
Robin nursechick on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“It doesn’t seem to want to post. I used wood earring blanks. I painted…” read »
Granny Nancy on “A Few More”:
“Stingray suggests purple and amber bead drops on the gold necklace pendant. That sounds luscious.…” read »
Stingray on “A Few More”:
“I love the gold one with purple and amber bead drops. It looks like one of…” read »
Althea A on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“These are so beautiful! Your description never posted and I would love to know more about…” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“These are gorgeously stunning! The layered look is perfect from the 3D mountains to the…” read »
dolllady aka Pam on “A Few More”:
“I love the blue necklace and the tangerine earrings. I'm still not sure about the gold…” read »
Robin nursechick on “Red Birds”:
“CC- love your necklace- it’s so original and fresh. Love it! So sorry to hear…” read »
Robin nursechick on “The hills are alive🎼”:
“I did a full description- hopefully it’ll post soon!…” read »
Granny Nancy on “A Few More”:
“Love the blue especially. I prefer the second of the 2 gold/silver (can't tell for sure)…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Pink and gold delight”:
“I'm sure your pencil artistry comes in handy when sketching out designs. And Yes! it…” read »
sweetjane on “A Few More”:
“I forgot the earrings...Tangerine recycled glass.…” read »
imaginee2012art on “One Wire Bracelet”:
“Love copper! This is such a great design. I started out in copper and once…” read »
imaginee2012art on “Surf's Up”:
“Such a beautiful design, truly makes you think of water and the beach! I do hope…” read »
imaginee2012art on “Pink and gold delight”:
“I tend to draw out designs first, have made hundreds of bracelets, most gifted to family…” read »
imaginee2012art on “Pink and gold delight”:
“Thank you little for these comments. round chick,crystal canary, and beady little eyes. Ive been…” read »
A Whitson on “Memories of Fall”:
“Hi Great bracelet. I was wondering if you would try and make the description photos a…” read »
swerdybird on “Magnesite Turquoise”:
“bracelet definitely a keeper. love your cuffs. Glamorous bud. i have spent a lot of time…” read »
Crystal Canary on “Bermuda Triangle Necklace”:
“Ditto Althea! Your necklace looks stunning on the homepage!…” read »
Deb Harding on “Agate Bracelet Stack”:
“Love them all. I have fallen in love with agates. So many different colors & patterns.…” read »

Cowrie & Coconut Necklace

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About this design:

I love the asymmetrical style of this design. Cowrie shells combined with coconut makes this the ultimate beach necklace. This design can be easily translated to fit your style.

What you’ll need: (buy products below)

You will need cowrie shells, Luhuanus shell slice, coconut beads, 4mm & 6mm Czech glass druks, hemp or waxed cord. I prefer the aesthetic of hemp cord.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

	Step 1: I cut about 3' of cord, I always leave myself extra especially when I will be finishing with a sliding square knot. I did not use the hole on the shell slice, I looped the cord through the middle opening and pulled the tails through as shown. Create a knot at the top, this secures the cord to the center of the shell.
	Step 2: Pull the cord over and back down a cowrie shell. The take the cord over the shell and back down. Don't pull tight yet, slide the cord through the loop to secure the shell between the cord.
	Step 3: Slide on the Czech glass 4mm druk. Start this step 2 over again. until you have your desired length of cowrie shells. I left around 4" of cord at the end.
	Step 4: Start sliding on the coconut beads and Czech glass 6mm druks on the other side of the necklace in the order shown.
	Step 5: Finish the necklace with a sliding square knot using and extra 6-7" piece of cord.