Category: Inspiration Projects

Inspiration Projects

InspirationFX: Baby Blue and Earrings

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Baby Blue and Earrings Designed by: Dwyn Tomlinson The soft pinks and blues of the Powder Blue Impression Jasper strike me as very soothing and pretty. I went to town and make a whole suite of items from this lovely stone. (Check out previous weeks for more Inspirations) My first thought was to combine gold-plated metal findings and beads with the Powder Blue Impression Jasper, but I found I did not care for the look. The bright copper metal beads and finding – that was another story, however! The combination is gorgeous! The pinky tones of the bright copper perfectly …

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InspirationFX: Bubble Leather Bracelet

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Bubble Leather Bracelet Designed by: Pam Kearns Here’s a great way to add some texture to laser-cut flat leather using ‘O’ beads and some drops. You can also use other shaped beads for sharper points or more texture. “Bubbles” magically sit atop laser-cut leather in this wonderfully textured bracelet. Easily done in two hours (or less!) Instructions: 1.Pull and cut a 4′ length of Fireline; thread your needle with the Fireline. 2.Using a surgeon’s knot, tie the tail end to one of the leather bridge at one end of the serpentine design (between the ‘half-moon’ and the first teardrop) on …

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InspirationFX: Southwest Leather Bracelet

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Southwest Leather Bracelet Designed by: Pam Kearns You just can’t stop me from adding beads – even to laser-cut leather! The openings in the leather area perfect size for 8/0 seed beads. I’ve used a southwest colour theme, but feel free to change it up! Use simple bead embroidery to embellish laser-cut leather reminiscent of a Navajo blanket design. Instructions: Trim length and width of suede strip to cover the laser-cut portion of the leather strip, extending it about 1/2″ on either side of the pattern. Using the E6000, glue the suede to the back of the leather ensuring that …

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InspirationFX: Airy Fairy

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Get your creativity flowing~~~ Airy Fairy Designed by: Dwyn Tomlinson The soft pinks and blues of the Powder Blue Impression Jasper strike me as very soothing and pretty. I went to town and make a whole suite of items from this lovely stone. (A few have already gone up in previous weeks and watch for a couple more in upcoming weeks) My first thought was to combine gold-plated metal findings and beads with the Powder Blue Impression Jasper, but I found I did not care for the look. The bright copper metal beads and finding – that was another story, …

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InspirationFX: Dragonfly Meadows

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Dragonfly Meadows Designed by: Rochelle Kilmer Blue skies, where the dragonflies fly. Above meadows green, calming and serene. Sit. Stay for a while and watch the dragons flutter on by.? A light breezes gently moves thru the long grasses; blowing the clouds above. Sweet heat leaving butterfly kisses across your skin. Cicadas making their music, and a gentle hum envelops you. Be present. Stay in the moment. Making your necklace: First I started by making all the separate components, then I laid them out and started piecing the necklace together. Please take full advantage of your artistic license and change …

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InspirationFX: Big Blue

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Get your creative juices flowing ~~~ Big Blue Designed by: Dwyn Tomlinson The soft pinks and blues of the Powder Blue Impression Jasper strike me as very soothing and pretty. I went to town and make a whole suite of items from this lovely stone. (Look below for a sneak peak) My first thought was to combine gold-plated metal findings and beads with the Powder Blue Impression Jasper, but I found I did not care for the look. The bright copper metal beads and finding – that was another story, however! The combination is gorgeous! The pinky tones of the …

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Jiggles and Pearls

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Get your creative juices flowing~~~ Jiggles and Pearls Designed by: Anne Marie Desaulniers Originally intended as Boho-inspired pendant, and designed to hang on a simple chain (it all started with the fabulous Inter-Change-A-Bail). However, “the best laid plans”, and all of that, made me re-think my original concept. Once the pendant was completed, I surveyed the remaining components, and decided to create a more formal design (the muse wants, what the muse wants!). The jiggly bits remained, so it turned into a fun, casual necklace, posing as something far more serious. A conundrum for sure! Readers beware! You are going …

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InspirationFX: Moon Princess

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Get your creative juices flowing~~~   Moon Princess Designed by: Dwyn Tomlinson The soft pinks and blues of the Powder Blue Impression Jasper strike me as very soothing and pretty. I went to town and make a whole suite of items from this lovely stone. (Watch in the following weeks for my other combinations.) My first thought was to combine gold-plated metal findings and beads with the Powder Blue Impression Jasper, but I found I did not care for the look. The bright copper metal beads and finding – that was another story, however! The combination is gorgeous! The pinky …

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InspirationFX: Erin’s Mopal Bracelet

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Get your creative juices flowing ~~~ Erin’s Mopal Bracelet Designed by: Pam Kearns This purple is like mopal. A mopy Opal. Erin likes mopal. We made a bracelet. We named it Erin’s ‘Mopal’ bracelet. THE END 1. Pull wingspan of fireline; thread needle with both ends of the fireline so that the thread is doubled and the ‘end’ is a loop. Attach the fireline to either side of the cuff’s cutout usinga lark’s head knot (with the fireline loop under the side of the cutout, bring the ends over the cutout and through the loop).       2. Centre …

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InspirationFX: Fire & Ice

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Get your creative juices flowing~~~ Fire & Ice Designed by: Bonnie Cottingham There is a heart of fire glowing from within this cool milky stone. Silver, like ice, shimmers against the contrast of the fire opal. Necklace: Cut the beading chain into 2- 12inch lengths, 1- 10 inch length, 1- 14 inch length. Starting with the 14 inch piece of chain, string on the 30mm Fire Opal Coin bead to the centre, place crimp on either side and flatten with a pair of pliers. Cover the crimp with a crimp cover. You can choose your own placement of the 8mm …