Bear Chick Friday

I'm inspired by all kinds of things but lately I've been wanting to work with some really cool beads I got a few weeks ago in LA. They feel like stone ~ I think they're a conglomeration of different colored stones. I got them in purple, blue and pink. Just loved the colors! Naturally.

This week, I managed to make one necklace and combined some of the pink beads with black chain and black rubber tubing. Here's a sneak peek:

Now I'm playing with the purple ones and a different black chain. And maybe some violet chain. I haven't finished playing yet!

Do What You Love!

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The Beaches of Orange County Preview

I finally started the necklace I want to create for the Orange County Fair this week and submitted my entry form today. So, I have till June 20 to finish. Totally doable with no stress!

Here’s the full necklace with all charms attached. Aren’t they cute? Swimsuit, fish, beach chairs with umbrella, dolphins and orange slices.

The ceramic oranges I got at the Bead Bazaar at the Bowers a few weeks ago and the pewter orange slices I sussed out on Etsy. They’re perfect!

Close up of the beading I’ve done so far. The theme lent itself to oranges, blues and clears. In this picture, the beads look red (the day is somewhat cloudy here in sunny SoCal) but they really are orange.

So for the next week or so, this is what I’ll be working on. It’s hard to tell with only a few beads whether it’s colorful enough. With these necklaces, you can’t really get a feel for the look of it till it’s half done, so wish me luck! It’s always an adventure with the Charm N Bead!

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