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2.03.2011

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I finished another cuff!! I am so happy that I made another one - it's been awhile - but I'm not very happy with how it turned out. I think I should have done something differently, but I can't put my finger on what. It's had a good reception, and people seem to like it, but I'm very lukewarm on it, myself. I keep wondering if the crystals on the edges of the cabs are what are bothering me, or if it's the fact that I think my embroidery seems messy, due to the unrelenting black. I think I was a little crazy when I made it; it's almost all size 15 seed beads and took forever.


I'm thinking on whether I should list it in one of the shops, or send it to the gallery this month when I pick up my October's Goddess necklace from it's display at the Members' Exhibition. Or maybe it should go to New England Beads to hang out...



Now I'm off to start a new project; making a necklace and a cuff for one of my bestest friends on Facebook!! She has sent me some drop-dead gorgeous cabs and crystals to work with and given me complete artistic license to make whatever comes to mind... she's a wonderful lady!

10 comments:

  1. Or maybe you could send it to a Facebook friend! Like me! LOL! Suzie

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  2. Wow...It's fantastic! Lovely colors!
    Happy Beading:-)
    Ciao
    Susy

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  3. I think the crystals ARE bothering you, but they are what makes this piece a little different than your usual style. Its a beautiful piece and the crystals with the black sure makes the color pop. I think its great!

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  4. My goodness, that is just flat out beautiful! I am going to try and get good enough at this to completely cover something with beads....you're an inspiration for me to try!

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  5. It is absolutely gorgeous!! I love the colors, so rich and deep. Your work is amazing!!

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  6. Thank you, ladies!! It's very encouraging to know that when you're doubtful of your work, others are still liking it!

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  7. Wonderful! I love your cuffs!! Very nice work!

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  8. I love your work! This cuff is really beautiful - colors and beadwork. Perfect as far as my opinion goes!

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