Saturday, March 2, 2013

Week 7 and 8 AJE Earring Challenge

Well, I almost failed to post week 7 and 8 of the AJE Challenge and honestly they are two of my favorite pairs so far!

Here you go, week 7:

 
These are made with copper elements that I purchased from Melinda Orr. She does beautiful metal embossing.  Of course I had to put my spin on them, I punched a couple additional holes and added the turquoise stones that I purchased in New Mexico.  I really like these and will wear them.
 
Here is Week 8:
 
 
 
These are made with Quick Fire Bronze Clay elements that I made (the bead caps and the little charm dangles).  I also made the lampwork beads - the photo doesn't capture the beads but as I stated in an earlier post, I plan on working on my photography.
 
I'm off to continue work on my Bead Swap project - I can't wait for you to see it!  I'm very proud of what I've done so far and pride isn't a word I use very often when describing my own work.
 
Later friends,
 
Dee



5 comments:

  1. Hi, Bead Soup Partner-
    These earrings are so pretty-love both pair but especially all the components of the second pair that were made by you.
    Very impressive!
    I have almost finished my bead soup piece.
    Can't wait for reveal day.
    Linda
    Idalouisejewelry.blogspot.com

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    1. Thank you! Me too, I never realized what a challenge it would be, but I'm really proud of it and can't wait to show you. I hope you're not disappointed.

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  2. Love seeing what you've been making with bronze clay! Love the designs Dee!

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  3. Lurve them both! But really like how you made the wee bead caps on pair #2. Bravo!

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  4. Great job on the bronze! Love your earrings!

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