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Jewelry: Sonoran Sunset
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Sonoran Sunset

Sonoran Sunset

Sonoran Sunset
Is this your project? Can you share instructions or a pattern with the Craftsy community?

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Category: Jewelry

Type of item: Accessory

For: Women

Style: Eco-Friendly, Romantic, Ethnic


Materials

I used clay beads from Mali, recycled glass from Ghana, and copper

What was your inspiration?

I have to favorite jewelry artists that inspire me. XO Gallery and Dorje Designs. I love the unsual use of color, sometimes rustic or refined antique components they use. I find that this kind of work is what I love most. When you find the right pieces they just fall into place. I forgot to mention that the copper beads are from Ethiopia.

What are you most proud of?

I love the "EarthTribel" feel of the piece. I love the way the colors blend. I was in Sonora a week ago. The name is perfect.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Find components that speak to your creative nature and just go for it.

 

9 comments

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FoxDesigns on craftsy.com
Oct 21, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Those clay beads are very cool looking. I have never tried clay beads... think I am gonna have to get some now! nice work!
Bead Addict on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you very much, I purchased the clay beads from Africa Direct on E-bay. Great prices!!!
Bead Addict on craftsy.com
Nov 19, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Make them. They are so easy and you can bake polymer clay in your oven with ni special equipment. I bake so much clay I have to have a specail polumer clay oven so I can use it in my studio.
Loreli on craftsy.com
Sep 01, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
very very l.ovely!
donna33 on craftsy.com
Aug 30, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I love it!
Bead Addict on craftsy.com
Sep 01, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, I am so glad you love it. It is for sale....
ahay4192962 on craftsy.com
Aug 30, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Absolutely lovely ! I am just starting to get into jewelry making. Your item is very inspiring ! thank you !
Bead Addict on craftsy.com
Sep 01, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
If there is ever anything I can do to help, I am your girl. Thank you for your kind comments!
Bead Addict on craftsy.com
Aug 07, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Thank you for liking , loving, or finding my art work interesting and pleasing. I would love to hear comments and critiques. Thank you --Sandi