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Post by michelle on Jan 23, 2021 12:41:44 GMT -6
Thank you, Michelle, I think it's the "antique" bone color of the beads, too. They keep reminding me of a spine like this! Irith, how beautiful. I love how the opal picks up the golden spot in the labradorite. I'm still working on my challenge piece. My plan hadn't been that big, but now I'm not sure I'll be able to finish it this weekend. Oh yes! I can see a spine! And there is still time in the challenge to finish if you can’t finish this weekend. Besides, we’re all really flexible about deadlines.
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Post by lotty64 on Jan 23, 2021 12:55:44 GMT -6
Cat I struggle with magatama beads myself so can appreciate your lovely bracelet. Irith as usual your work 'wows' me.
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Post by Irith-Rita on Jan 23, 2021 15:33:00 GMT -6
Thank you Caroline.
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Post by caeterle on Jan 24, 2021 4:33:53 GMT -6
Caroline, I think Magatamas look best in those dragon bracelets which are really cool, but I don't have enough and even more, I could not get myself to start using my Kumihimo disks yet (which would have been both the new tool and technique), so I wouldn't even know how to make one. Thinking about it, I also don't think I have the dragon findings, I just have snakes. Michelle, I'm not worried about the deadline knowing our bunch It's more that I really want to finish it. I need more instant gratification now and after three days it doesn't feel very instant anymore. One problem is that I don't know yet how to finish it. You'll see what I mean, I will probably be able to post a picture today.
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Post by caeterle on Jan 24, 2021 12:30:12 GMT -6
Still not sure how to finish her. The new material I have used are the sequins in the wings, a first for me. Here's one in my hand to show her size.
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Post by michelle on Jan 24, 2021 14:58:00 GMT -6
Oh Cat, this is brilliant! I love it! The sequins are a stroke of genius. I have had sequins in my stash for years, and there they sit, untouched.
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Post by caeterle on Jan 25, 2021 3:18:53 GMT -6
Thank you, Michelle!
The only time I had sequins was about 30 years ago when my friend urged me to make polymer clay jewelry with her. I never used the sequins and finally they came loose in a stash box from back then. I emptied part of the box and threw the rest out, along with the sequins because I was sure I wouldn't ever use them. I don't even know if there would have been enough to make something with them, though.
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Post by Irith-Rita on Jan 25, 2021 15:35:40 GMT -6
Hey cat! This is a real stunner! Definitely a stroke of genius, and not the first I've found in your art!
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Post by caeterle on Jan 26, 2021 0:34:51 GMT -6
Thank you very much, Irith!
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Post by lotty64 on Jan 27, 2021 15:41:34 GMT -6
So I have actually managed to complete a challenge, it is not jewellery but definitely is a new technique. This is gold work embroidery and is made using very fine metal tubing called purl and is a stinker to work with. The thread is also metallic. Not sure if I would do another one but I intend to experiment with the purl and beads. This was from a kit I have had hanging around for a few years.
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Post by DawninCal on Jan 28, 2021 0:13:24 GMT -6
You ladies never cease to amaze me...my goodness, what a treasure trove of challenge pieces you all have posted and early too! Michelle, good on you for mastering that technique. You did a fine job and now that you know how to do it, you will just get better and better. Cat, my first thought on seeing those beads was teeth as well. I was surprised (like great minds surprised) to read Michelle's comment that they looked like teeth! Irith, that is a stunning work of art. I really like the color combination to. Cat, Oh my, oh my, OH MY! She is truly beautiful. You've outdone yourself yet again! Caroline, how pretty is that. I just love it. I imagine it's too big to be made into jewelry, but I wonder if you will try to incorporate this new technique into a jewelry design. Hmph! I haven't even started yet; you've all not only shared gorgeous new designs, but you've all finished early as well. Hmph! Dawn
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Post by michelle on Jan 28, 2021 1:42:18 GMT -6
Caroline, what a gorgeous piece! I love it!
Dawn, someone has to be last. 😉
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Post by caeterle on Jan 28, 2021 2:23:47 GMT -6
I love foxes, I love gold work, and I'm so glad you finished the kit! It's adorable and beautiful! Thank you, Dawn! I hope the supplies will arrive that will hopefully help me to finish her. I already have plans for some other things and may need more sequins. Dawn, someone has to be last. 😉 Dawn ....
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Post by DawninCal on Jan 28, 2021 12:33:46 GMT -6
HaHa! Just call me "lastie" That's alright; I have a plan and a couple of weeks to implement the plan! Dawn
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Post by caeterle on Jan 28, 2021 13:49:07 GMT -6
It's just a tad funny because I was the one whining about being clueless when I should thank you for getting new ideas Also mine isn't finished yet because the supplies didn't arrive today. I'm going to go pouting now.
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