Finished!
Here are a couple of shots. Took way more work than I had first anticipated, but then it always does.
I think I counted about 19 different types and colors of beads in this piece.
1 squar-ish agate - not sure what it is, but's green with some light brownish and white markings; 1 luminescent oblong dichroic; 1 triangular shaped sea glass; Delicas in 3 different sizes; 15/0s and Charlotttes; 4mm cubes; seeds in size 11 and 8; a few fresh water potato pearls, and a couple of largish glass beads for accent.
Each cab is carefully beaded and backed with leather. Each one is embellished on top with beads, and copper wire on the sea glass.
It's mostly peyote, but some ladder and brick stitch as well as a few places of complete improvisation to make things fit.
Final length is just over 7" long and about 1-1/2" wide (in most places). Clasp is a copper toggle and loop.
If anyone knows what kind of agate the green stone is, please let me know. I imagine it's some sort of Jasper, but I'm not sure.
16 comments:
Your cuff came out wonderful. It is no where near a sleeve though. LOL
It's stunning. Absolutely beautiful. I love all of the texture on it.
Wow, that is gorgeous! I love it!
I LOVE your work! The new freeform bracelet is amazing! I have got to sit down one of these days and try freeform... its very intimidating to me! I have got to get over that fear! Wonderful work!
It's beautiful. Those are great colors! I love looking at work in progress pics and reading how different beaders do their work.
It's gorgeous! I might try to make a freeform soon. But, my brain might not let me. LOL. Great job!!
Absolutely beautiful....
Your very talented
Thanks for looking and for the comments. No, it's not a sleeve -- I restrained it!
FAB-U-LOUS!!! i love all the texture.
What a rich harmony of colors and textures ! I applaud your artistry !
Wow! That is gorgeous!
Thanks for looking Linda.
Claire, I love the way it turned out! You are inspiring me to finally try free form!!
Thanks Adina. Yes, you should definitely go for the freeform. It's truly amazing what you can do when you allow yourself that freedom.
I love this Claire!
Love this piece - I haven't braved the world of free form yet - but one of these days I will!
Julie
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