Saturday, April 13, 2013

Time To Party! Bead Soup Blog Party, That Is!

My partner Tracie Dean sent me this amazing collection of red, white and silver beads.


Since it was close to Valentine's Day, I immediately did a few quick wraps with the cinnabar heart and red ceramic beads.  Threw them on a ribbon and had the perfect necklace for a first grade teacher to wear to school.

The other beads presented a bit more of a challenge.




I knew the clasp Tracie sent was too pretty to hide in the back, so I had to figure out a way to feature it in front.
She also included some beautiful matching 2-hole connectors. I added seed beads, glass pearls, and sterling silver rounds.  The result was a very romantic 24" necklace.  My designs are usually symmetrical so, I'm really pleased with how it turned out.























I love the oval focal - I think it's a dyed "jade". 
It told me it wanted to be wrapped. I know it's not the best wrap - It's still a pretty new skill for me, but I am excited with the results. I must admit that I am still wrapping chain links. Yes - that is a totally handcrafted sterling chain. I'm not sure how long it will take to finish so here it is...



























Don't forget to visit Tracie's blog to see what she created with the blue soup I sent her.  http://homeofthepurskey.blogspot.com/

 and Lori to see what the other artists have created with their soups.
http://lorianderson-beadsoupblogparty.blogspot.com/























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35 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 13, 2013 at 2:21 PM

    Very elegant pieces ! Delicious soup :)

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  2. UnknownApril 13, 2013 at 2:39 PM

    Great jewelry! I’m in the third reveal. Can’t wait.
    http://vintagememoriesjewelry.blogspot.com
    kathy

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  3. ChelleApril 13, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    I really love the second necklace.. Great job.

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  4. jelveh DesignsApril 13, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    gorgeous and so very delicate, lovely,

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  5. Jean A. WellsApril 13, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    Those pieces are gorgeous. The red with the white pearls is so romantic and perfect for Valentine's Day or any other time. The clasp is gorgeous and your sterling chain looks perfect. You certainly have the basic skills to move forward in your wire wrapping. Beautiful work!

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    1. Jeanne @ Gems By Jeanne MarieApril 13, 2013 at 5:23 PM

      Thanks so much Jean! I plan to build on my wire skills and metal work when I retire from teaching. (which I'm happy and scared to say, is just around the corner)

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  6. coffeeaddictApril 13, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    gorgeous designs! I love the combination of pearls and red crystals. I'm a huge fan of asymmetrical designs that use the clasp as a side focal. Great work! The walentines necklace in the first photo is just awesome

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  7. la mar de bonitaApril 13, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    Nice soup, Jeanne. Like especially your second necklace, it's very elegant!

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  8. UnknownApril 14, 2013 at 4:00 AM

    WOW! Your soup was great and you created some beauties with it ^_^

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  9. PiPaApril 14, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    Elegant, fine pieces!

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  10. Giorgia RossiniApril 14, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    I love the chain you made for second necklace!
    this is my 3rd BSBP, I'm on the 3rd reveal... it is totally funny this party!
    ciao dall'Italia

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  11. MagsApril 14, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    So feminine and lovely!

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  12. Jeanne @ Gems By Jeanne MarieApril 14, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    Thank you all for your amazing comments!
    This is my first BSBP and I am loving the opportunity and challenge. It's definitely enabled me to stretch my creativity and improve my skills.
    With a little cleaning up, I'm thinking the second necklace with the handcrafted chain might work as a jury design.

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  13. m.e.April 14, 2013 at 9:51 AM

    Gorgeous delicate ,feminine designs
    Love them !

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  14. SwallowtailJewelleryApril 14, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Beautiful designs! Love the second necklace and your handcrafted chain. Great soup!

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  15. Kristin OppoldApril 14, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    lovely use of your soup. Kristin Oppold

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  16. UnknownApril 14, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Love your designs and wire work. I especially like the asymmetrical pearl necklace.....great way to feature the clasp.

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  17. Creative MoonApril 14, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    You had a great soup to work with and you did an amazing job! I LOVE the hand made wire wrapped chain! That is awesome! And I love the wrapping you did on the focal! Very nice job!!! Just beautiful creations!

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  18. UnknownApril 15, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    Very pretty pieces! Your wire work is really nice! Great job with your soup!

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  19. ZenithJadeApril 15, 2013 at 3:14 AM

    Personally, I think your wire wrapping on the jade is beautiful!

    Also, I love the asymmetrical pearl necklace- I also tend towards symmetrical designs, but yours is just too cool! It turned out great!

    <3,
    Andrea
    http://zenithjade.blogspot.com/

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  20. Kumi FisherApril 15, 2013 at 4:09 AM

    You made two elegant necklaces and they are both so pretty!

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  21. Lupe MeterApril 15, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Such romantic creations...beautiful!! You did an awesome job with your bead soup!

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  22. april grinawayApril 15, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    Beautiful work!

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  23. A Polymer PenchantApril 15, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    The quick, the dramatic and the evolving skill - seems like one wonderful soup and group of vreations. Bravo!

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  24. UnknownApril 16, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    I totally LOVE how you used the clasp!! Gorgeous Necklace.
    Your wrapping of the second one is just amazing. I am so loving how it turned out!!!!
    You are extremely talented my new friend. Glad you liked the soup I sent.

    Happy Creating
    Tracie

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    1. Jeanne @ Gems By Jeanne MarieApril 20, 2013 at 7:26 AM

      I'm so glad you love my creations, Tracie. The clasp With it's matching 2-holed spacers really challenged my creativity! I have simple earring components laid out to finish the look.
      And ideas for the "extras" you sent. I'll let you know when I create something else.
      Thank you so much!!!

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  25. Libellula Jewelry™April 17, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    I love the handmade chain--I'm partial to them!

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  26. KepiApril 19, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    The way you used the clasp is awesome, very pretty designs.

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  27. ACBeadsApril 20, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    You've made beautiful and classy designs. Have a nice weekend.

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  28. Becky PancakeApril 25, 2013 at 11:27 PM

    You did a great job using your soup. Both of your necklaces are beautiful. Kudos for making your own chain.

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  29. BobbieApril 26, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    Lovely work! Good for you for all that wirework -- it's a beautiful chain!

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  30. CraftyHopeApril 26, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    Your necklace using the clasp is just so pretty and graceful somehow. In addition, I think your wire wrapping is AWESOME! That's not a skill I have so what you are doing is just great. Your chain is pretty spiffy too!!

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  31. Shai WilliamsApril 27, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Very elegant designs especially the pearl necklace.

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    1. Jeanne @ Gems By Jeanne MarieMay 5, 2013 at 6:45 AM

      Thanks Shaiha!
      I wish I had remembered to post the pearl necklace on the contest board. :)

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