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Jewelry: Dragonfly Hair Ornament
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Dragonfly Hair Ornament

Dragonfly Hair Ornament by MairzyDozy

Dragonfly Hair Ornament by MairzyDozy

Learn It

This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Wire-Wrapped Stones, Crystals & Clusters »

Instructions

I was inspired by the wire wrapped stones, crystals, and clusters projects and techniques.

Category: Jewelry

Type of item: Accessory

For: Women

Style: Retro / Vintage


Materials

copper, brass, fresh water pearls, seed beads, crystals.

What was your inspiration?

I guess it was a combination of the dragonfly and the wire wrapped stones, crystals, and clusters video course. I didn't have this final look in my mind at all when I started. It kinda just developed and grew as I went.

What are you most proud of?

That I kept going with the design inspiration. I typically take a minimalistic approach with my work I was intending to apply a single bead with the dragonfly stamping on this hair fork. I like the layered wrapped look that I achieved. I think I will try some other pieces with this same look. It was fun.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

If you are new to jewelry making, don't give up if you are not happy with your first attempts. I have been designing for a long time, and there are still days when things don't work out. I know now that all my mistakes help me learn and add to my experience. I used to get so frustrated with myself!

 

6 comments

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Heather Greene on craftsy.com
May 08, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Where do you purchase the hair piece frame?
MairzyDozy on craftsy.com
May 10, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
I create the hair peice frames from heavy gauge wire. We do have undecorated ones in our shop :) https://www.mairzydozy.etsy.com/
Glass Gal Chris on craftsy.com
Jan 24, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
I love your colors in these, and the funky sophistication.
beautyholdsall. on craftsy.com
Dec 09, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This piece is so inspiring! The photos are awesome, too. :)
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Craftsy Instructor
Dec 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
So pretty! Thank you for posting it!
petdesk on craftsy.com
Dec 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Gorgeous! Love the copper ox.