It seems that I have been bitten.
By a beading bug.
and now, truth be told, I am addicted.
Here then, is a peek preview of the results of the beading frenzy...
I hope you all are as delighted with it, as I am...
This bracelet is called moondancer - it is filled with little treasures - genuine hematite and Swarovski aurora borealis crystals, aqua blues, black, clear, fused and lampworked beading, bali beads, Sterling silver toggle clasp and findings - it is strung on very strong, nylon coated 20 lb test wrapped beading wire. It measures 7.5 inches. As you can see by the numerous amount of tasseling, it is very labor intensive, taking over an hour to create - but I think the results are worth it. These are true examples of wearable art - with no two creations being fashioned exactly alike.
Whoops - thanks Tara! I forgot to mention - this collection of hand crafted jewelry - is a new line in my craft business - Believable Balderdash ~ designs for the light-hearted~
Moondancer will retail for $42., if anyone is interested in purchasing it, please email me.
These bracelets will range from $12 to $42, depending on material and design - I'll be posting more pics of various designs, including earrings, soonest...
stay tuned...
22 comments:
OMG! That is gorgeous! Are you making these as holiday gifts or are you starting a business?
~tara :)
I'm more than delighted, I'm AMAZED!!!
------SIMPLY SPECTACLUR------
Flora, you've out done yourself....AGAIN! I can't wait 'till you post your next masterpiece.
Well Done, barb~
Good gracious woman! Are there no limits
to your talents???? I'm truly in awe!
Connie
Flora...this is stunning. You have an entire line??? I can't wait to see them all.
Holy Prediction, Batman!
When i said i would wait with BEADED
breath, i didn't mean the Queen should
actually BEAD my breath. Never mind,
it's beautiful^ [and more practical than
a Time=Machine] lata
That is just gorgeous!! I think I am addicted
to that bracelet too! xoxo
Breathtaking! Gorgeous! Do they take a long time to make?
~JerseyGirl
http://journals.aol.com/cneinhorn/WonderGirl
Oh man!!! As soon as I can afford it I want one! Aqua blue is my absolute favorite color!!!!!!! I think you have out done yourself Flora. It's gorgeous!!!!
STacy
Beautiful work...beading is addictive! When my hands were still good (and hopefully again after the surgery) I loved beading...though mine is more native american in style (of course lol...what else looks good on Cherokee orange skin LOL). I predict you will sell many many of these baubles! Best of luck!
OOOOOOOOO -- pretty!!! Mrs. L
Don't you just love obsessions that are not only beautiful but profitable too?! Earrings. We want Earrings! ~Sie http://journals.aol.com/sieblonde/Pfft
Well this is some mighty fine artwork lady!! Sure hope family gets first choice!
Love em!
I forgot to add...you never cease to amaze me girl!
"... it is very labor intensive, taking over an hour to create"
Wow, that must have been torturous, perpetual HELL on 'Your Queenliness'. What have you been doing for the other 231-hours since your "I am creating" entry, admiring them?
Honey, they're gorgeous to write the least. It was worth the wait, splendid craftswomanship.
~Enduring 'B'
http://journals.aol.com/thelovetrain/Drift/
http://journals.aol.com/thelovetrain/tracks/
sorry Queen, I see Brian answered my question about how long they take to make,I can't believe I looked twice and missed it, yet there it was! Forgive me Queen, I look forward to seeing more of your baubles of fine craftmanship :-)
~JerseyGirl
http://journals.aol.com/cneinhorn/WonderGirl
ohhhhhhhhhhh, ahhhhhhhhhhh .. how beautiful! My mom had a jewelry shop and made a lot of her own creations too. I always admired those who were creative.
Monica
http://journals.aol.com/sonensmilinmon/SmilinMonsAdventures/
Ahh you have obvious talent for trinkets my little tadpole! The colors, shapes, textures are to die for! Visually as appealing as the best bon bon ever sold. Aplaud inserted here! My eyes delightly dance.
It's beautiful. Creativity is a great release! :-) ---Robbie
Beautiful!!!!!!!!! judi
That's a pretty neat-looking bracelet. I once had neighbors who did as you are doing, and they made some money off it, too. Good luck.
Ohhhhh... ahhhhhh... Between you, Erin, and my sister, my jewelry box is itching for an expansion! :P
Beautiful work, Flora. Really. WOW!
Absolutely beautiful :)
Danielle
http://journals.aol.com/danielled1/Everybodyknows/
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