I don't know about the rest of you, but this spring weather is long over due! I don't even care that my allergies are about to hit me hard. I just need some warmth already.
I recently met up with Christine, and as we usually do; we beaded, swapped ideas and perhaps sipped a bit of wine. Gotta be careful on the wine front so there aren't any 'bead injuries' with all those needles. Lord knows how many times through the years I've stabbed myself with a needle or accidentally hammered a finger. So we were careful. I only stabbed myself a few times.Christine showed me several new patterns. That woman can bead! And she is always coming up with amazing bead weaving ideas. One of the patterns she shared is called Spring Thaw. So appropriate don't you think?
The base stitch is herringbone with a twist using bugles (yes bugles with twists of course). Typically Christine uses bugles on either side of her center anchor (you can see it here). I decided that since my bugles were on the longish side that I'd do only one side. I kind of like its off-kilter look. It's a bit like me, and suits me just fine. Thanks for the bead lesson my friend.
It's really pretty. I love the light play
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Cynthia I like the off kilter look. I still regret not being able to make it up for the beading weekend, but I am glad that the two of you still got together.
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I couldn't agree more. It's been a long and hard winter, and warm weather is what we all desperately need.
ReplyDeleteSo THAT'S what I missed out on?!? I'm so disappointed that I couldn't get up there for the fun, but I love this bracelet. And as for spring thaw, I spent the weekend mowing, mulching, and planting flowers, so of course there's a chance of snow tonight.
ReplyDeleteThe bright side is that the pollen may hold off a day or two!
Classy and beautiful, Cynthia... bugles are my faves (probably 'cause they are easier to handle for my big hands LOL).
ReplyDeleteGorgeousness! I love the drops on just one side. Isn't it wonderful when people share their skills? I'm sure information was flowing both ways, and each of you are richer for it. Sounds like great fun!!!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a good week!! my g+ for your post!!!
Besos, desde España, Marcela♥
Ouch on the stabbing :( glad there were only a few... winter what winter?? we didn't have any here :/
ReplyDeleteThe bracelet is stunning! We got more snow today! Don't know if Spring or Summer will show up this year??
ReplyDeleteI lOVE LOVE LOVE how this turned out!!! I love the drops on the one side! I am still loving the colors (who knew?!). I love our weekends together, holed up in a hotel room with wine, cheese, chocolate, and beads and each other. And I Love that this post came on a day in Spring when I woke up to 19 degrees and 2 inches of snow!
ReplyDeleteThank you Cynthia :-) This bracelet made my day more tolerable.
This turned our beautiful! I really like the colors and the design, too. It will go with so many things! Yes, all of year folks back East and in the mid-west deserve to have some Spring before it's time for summer!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great time you girls had :) And a beautiful piece you created!
ReplyDeleteI love the look of this one! It is smart to watch the wine consumption when making jewelry. My hands get super lazy with a little vino.
ReplyDeleteFantastic bracelet, very cool pattern and I love the twisted bugle beads. Some warm weather would be nice, I agree it's long overdue.
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Everyday Inspired
Oooh - reminds me of a design I did once with bugles on the loom, you have inspired me to re-visit bugles! Beautifully done.
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