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on “Celestial Drop Earrings”:“These are fabulous. The choice of mixing gold & silver give these a modern look. …” read »
on “Autumn Leaves Begin to Fall”:“I have entered every description, that I can think of on the Fire Mountain website, without…” read »
on “Fall is Coming!!”:“Apparently I didn’t post my comment when I thought I did. I love the beaded portion…” read »
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on “red and orange cat bracelet”:“Even not being a cat person, I really like this bracelet, especially the size graduation away…” read »
on “Desert Winds Bracelet version 2”:“I like this version(2) with the single termination for the clasp.it would be easier for arthritic…” read »
- on “Lady bug 2”:
“I love ladybugs. Have a bracelet from the sixties one of my grandmothers gave me. This…” read »
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“The teals pop against the other colors. I too would wear this year round.…” read »
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“Jane this is one of my favorites of yours. Very well thought out.…” read »
on “Celestial Tarot Hand Earrings”:“Cool bewitching pair of earrings. How did you do the eyes?…” read »
on “Agate Nugget”:“This is a fantastic necklace for fall wear! On our first day of fall out expected…” read »
on “Inspired by Jane”:“I, too, just love it! I love how you find ways to put things together…” read »
on “Fall and teal charm bracelet”:“I love teal with fall colors. beautiful design…” read »
on “Freebies”:“Thanks for all your comments!! I'm not going to keep this ...but I have decided to…” read »
on “Desert Winds Bracelet version 2”:“WOW, your work is stunning, so professional! I’m afraid this is to complicated for this…” read »
on “Lady bug 2”:“OMG, another fabulous bracelet! Each bead was chosen with such thoughtfulness. It explodes with…” read »
- on “Fall and teal charm bracelet”:
“Love this bracelet and I would wear it year round.…” read »
on “Mismatched Brass Elephant Earrings”:“Thats a really good idea! Thank you!…” read »
on “Mismatched Brass Elephant Earrings”:“Looks good in brass. If you want to go the extra mile, you could replace the…” read »
- on “Lady bug 2”:
“This is a beautiful bracelet!…” read »
on “Harry Potter Bracelet”:“Beautiful design! The charm adds so much too. Very cool!…” read »
- on “Two More Necklaces”:
“Pyrite is one of my favorite stones, eyecatching necklaces!…” read »
- on “Goodbye to summer”:
“I agree with Jen. Very cute!…” read »
- on “Celestial Drop Earrings”:
“Love the mixed metals! Really cute…” read »
- on “Earrings for Debbie etc.”:
“Gorgeous earrings! My faves are the ones with the daggers too.…” read »
- on “Freebies”:
“Keep it. I love the focal with the heart and the chevron beads! Fabulous bracelet!…” read »
- on “Lunar Love Earrings”:
“I love these hearts and this design.…” read »
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“Great design with all the different elements.…” read »
- on “Lunar Love Earrings”:
“These are stunning! I have to make a pair.…” read »
on “Fall is Coming!!”:“PS: you see that brilliant orange silk (and cotton too) all over the place in India.…” read »
- on “Fall is Coming!!”:
“Wow, indeed. What an eye-catching stunner! I really enjoy and admire your work and ability to…” read »
on “Shades of Autumn”:“Thank you, Pam, Jen and Diane!…” read »
on “Freebies”:“Amazing bracelet Jane. Its beautiful.…” read »
on “Fall is Coming!!”:“Wow, this is gorgeous Jane.…” read »
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“Thanks you all! It was fun to make!!…” read »
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“Thanks you all!! We are having the birthday dinner on Saturday. I just hope she…” read »
- on “Freebies”:
“Gorgeous bracelet! It is so cohesive. I agree with Jen J. That you should…” read »
- on “Freebies”:
“Now I see the “PC Focal”
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Red Birds
About this design:
I haven’t made anything in a while due to the horrible ‘virus’ I caught, and I can say it’s taking a long while to get over. This is a simple piece that allowed me to therapeutically make bead links for the chain without taxing my mind too much. I didn’t realize the tiny beads would present a challenge, as after a while my hands started to ache. I was glad to finally complete the two long strands. Adding the leaves to the rollo chain completed the calm & uncomplicated look I was trying to achieve. I look forward to getting back to beading again!
Components:
Resin bird focal, Czech leaves (LB), TierraCast links & bail (LB), rollo chain, faceted glass rice beads & antique brass pins for handmade chain. AB findingsAdditional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On May 11, 2023 at 6:52 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:This is beautiful! I love ring and bail chain connector. The whole piece is a real work of art and dedication.
On May 12, 2023 at 7:31 am #
Deb Harding says:Absolutely gorgeous Crystal. That red beaded chain is amazing, a testament to your dedication because that’s a lot of looping!! Thus necklace is perfection!
I’m sorry to hear you’ve been sick. Several friends on FB have been also and they all say the recovery is long and hard. But they all are doing well now. Just take it one day at a time.
On May 12, 2023 at 8:31 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Crystal – Such a lovely design. I love your handmade chain and all the components. And your birdie focal is perfect.
So sorry to hear you haven’t been feeling well. I think beading will help to make things better.
On May 12, 2023 at 8:58 am #
Althea A says:Crystal, so glad you are feeling well enough to start beading again. The necklace is beautiful. I specially like your handmade chain and the cluster of Czech glass leaves. You have amazing patience to make all those links!
On May 12, 2023 at 11:29 am #
Crystal Canary says:Thanks so much for the warm words of encouragement. It’s been about a month & a half, and I can say, I’m feeling sooo much better. I really thought I wasn’t going to get through it. Hubby took good care of me. I’m just so grateful it didn’t settle in my respiratory system and end me in the hospital. Once my head cleared at the two week point, all I could do was sit in a recliner & think about jewelry designs. My eyes hurt so bad, that I couldn’t even focus to look at the tv or computer. I’m excited to start putting some of those ideas to work–let’s just hope they translate into actual designs and weren’t just delusional! Thanks again everyone.
On May 12, 2023 at 2:06 pm #
Chicky Red-haired Grammy says:Welcome back to the living, m’dear! Bear in mind that much wonderful art has been created whilst the artist was delusional! Love this piece!
On May 12, 2023 at 3:14 pm #
JenJouterie says:This necklace is beautiful. I admire your dedication to looping all of those beads. I especially like the rollo and pendant attachment part.
On May 12, 2023 at 8:13 pm #
sweetjane says:Crystal…so very glad to see a creation of yours and your well enough to get back to beading. This is a gorgeous necklace…it was time well spent. Looking forward to seeing more !!
On May 14, 2023 at 2:18 am #
SquirrelGirl aka Angela says:This piece is exquisite. I love all the components you used and how you put them together. All of your wire work with the chain really puts it over the top. Your designs are always so inspiring. So glad to hear that you are feeling better and are now on the mend.
On May 14, 2023 at 1:35 pm #
Crystal Canary says:*All of you are so very kind–thank you for the wonderful comments. I do enjoy linking beads, and can say, I have many pieces using this technique. The movement linking gives really appeals to me, especially for bracelets.
*Merilee, thanks for the vote of confidence!
*Angela, so good to hear from you! Hope you are doing well. So wish we still had the messaging feature here at LIma. You know how much I love your work!
On May 15, 2023 at 7:26 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Wonderful color and great design. The red beads remind me of lady bugs having a party and line dancing. (That is a weird thought.) Love the look and the joyful color.
On May 16, 2023 at 12:25 pm #
Crystal Canary says:LRC, Love the thought of Ladybugs–I can see them too! Maybe the shape of the rice beads, a quick glance, and our anticipation for warmer weather has us seeing bugs. This morning, our garden seeds are starting to break through the ground–I can’t wait for all those yummy zucchini!
On May 27, 2023 at 9:53 pm #
Robin nursechick says:CC- love your necklace- it’s so original and fresh. Love it! So sorry to hear you’ve been I’ll. I too have had some health issues that frankly just zapped all my creativity and desire. I’m not sure I’m back or not. Best wishes for a full recovery