CHOOSY CHICKS CHOOSE CHICKLETS. Say that fast a few times LOL!!! This is the second Blog Hop I had this weekend! Sorry I am so late but I made this first bracelet last night and was pretty happy with it.
Let me tell you where I was in my head last night! I had an evil headache, I was coming off my 3rd 12 hour shift in a row and I was determined I was going to do this!!! LOL So I pick a knotted waxed linen bracelet!!! LOL what was I thinking...
Anyhow it was nice and simple and I liked it so I took the pics and uploaded them and went to start the post!
Then I am like ummmm I want something different. this is not me! It is very nice but... so then I did this one and it has crystal...mmmmm crystal!!!
I went to finish it off this morning and DANG IT half of it is upside down!!! LOL So I had to finish it tonight!
So it is done and I like this one too for entirely different reasons. I really hope you like them both!! Challenges are supposed to push you out of your comfort zone. This one did and I really liked working with the chicklet! they are made by Sue Beads! Thank you so much Toltec Jewels!!!
It's funny though how sometimes a design can be great but just doesn't "feel" right or feel "like us." I liked your original bracelet and like your redo too! Not sure how you had the strength for a do-over after all you've been up to, but glad you did the challenge! Hope you can sleep well tonight! ;-)
ReplyDeleteHi Sharyl, I am so glad you liked it! i did when I was making it but..., anyhow I got them both done and then I went to sleep!!! LOL Have a Blessed Day!!
DeleteRobin - I'm in LOVE with your first bracelet! I'm so so jealous of those who use waxed cord - I just can't figure it out yet...it's like a mental block or something. I just think it's adorable. =) BUT at the end of the day - it's YOU who needs to be thrilled and your 2nd shot at it is much more you. =)
ReplyDeleteJob well done!
Linda A.
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(p.s. could I make a suggestion? the bright green of your blog background makes it tough to not see green in your pieces..... maybe try a lighter color? only *my* opinion =) you can give it all the thought it's due. =) )
Hi Linda! I did not want to start with waxed linen, I was sure I would make a mess...LOL I got waxed linen in the bead soup swap! So I said I was going to use and just go from there!!! LOL I am not doing anything crazy with it but it is really fun!!! And we are going to change a lot of colors etc... here pretty soon because we are going to open an online store. So we will want every thing to match or at least co-ordinate. Thanks so much for the heads up. I don't "see" it anymore, you know what I mean? Have a Blessed Day!!!
DeleteRobin - RELAX, your bracelets are fabulous! I like them both for different reasons. The first is simple & seems comforting to me, casual, even though I know the wax linen is NOT simple! The second is more stunning with the crystal bling & I love the color contrasts! Great job :) Hope this weeks slows a little for you! :)
ReplyDeleteOK kmorgan, I will relax!!! LOL I think I slept like the dead on Saturday night...lol I am sooo glad you like them. I am usually somewhat confident that someone will like my designs but I was not sure about these!!! I do have 2 days off this week so that is exciting!!! Have a Blessed Day!!
DeleteI like both of them. The white linen thread really makes the first bracelet pop, and you can never go wrong with crystals! :) Great job.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you like them Jen. I am really getting fond of waxed linen! Crystals have always been my friend...LOL Have a Blessed Day!
DeleteBoth bracelets are well done. I would wear the both!!
ReplyDeleteI really appreciate that compliment Jasvanti!!! Thank you so much! have a Blessed Day!
DeleteHi Robin, I really like both your designs♥ the first one is simple and elegant... the second one more playful! It is a you... I hope your headache has gone after a good night sleep!
ReplyDeleteHello Dini my dear Friend!!! I have not been headache free in forever. Just part and parcel of who I am! LOL I am so glad you like them both!!! Yes the second one is much more what I would wear!!! Have a Blessed Day!
DeleteOooh, crystals. I like the shiny sparkly crystal version a lot, but I am totally in love with the original knotted version. Maybe because it's a technique I don't do, and one I admire. Either way, two lovely designs with the same bead in one night is quite an achievement.
ReplyDeleteLOL I am glad you think so!!! I was not all that sure!!! But I was very happy I got it done!! I am not good at knotting at all but I love it! The waxed linen is fun!!! Have a Blessed Day!
DeleteI like them both too, but sometimes you just have to go with your gut hey?
ReplyDeleteI am sooo glad you like them! This was a very fun hop! I did not want to over power the chicklet so that meant working outside of my very chunky style!!! I am glad it worked. Have a Blessed day!!!
DeleteWow, I like both styles. The first one looks casual and the second more formal. Excellent Job!
ReplyDeleteHi Veralynne, I am really glad you like them, I have to get to hopping but have to work right now! LOL
DeleteHave a Blessed Day!
What an interesting color bead you received. You made good use of the bead. Beautiful creations. http://clay-space.com/blog/
ReplyDeleteHi Charlie! I love the softness of that deep sage color! it was fun to work with! Glad you like it! Have a Blessed Day!
DeleteRobin, you amaze & inspire me! :) Both bracelets are beautiful (of course I too love crystals! Crystals are me, too!) but the most amazing quality is not just your design talents & ability to create various styles, but your strength to create despite migraines & massive work shifts!! You are an angel on earth & a role model for s all! You give me strength from your beauty & talents as a jewelry artist & an incredible person! You are a star!! I love you!! Thank you so much for sharing with us all.
ReplyDeletexxoo Rita
AWWWWWW, Thank You so much Rita!!! You are the one who is a Star to me!! You are amazingly kind and generous, you have a sweet and soothing way with you that makes bad days disappear! I know that if I need a lift I just have to talk to you and I will be happier and feel better! That my dear is a Gift!!! I love you too!!! Be Blessed Because YOU ARE A BLESSING!!!
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