SECOND REVEAL GROUP..........
I had been following Lori Anderson and her Bead Soup Party for the past year. I was involved with other members from Beading Babes and other Blog events and after reading her charming book I started following her PrettyThingsBlog and decided.... " What the heck ", I'll give it a try and sent
a email. I thoroughly enjoyed her closing line. " Jewelry that makes people ask, " Where did you get that?" My sentiments exactly.
After joining the blog and Facebook page we were all patiently awaiting who our partner would be and watched as the 7th Bead Soup Blog Party we then broken into 3 reveals due to the amount of participants that had joined. AWESOME! I was excited as well, Genny Smith also joined and she was to be a part of the Reveal 3. All participants had to be specific as to their preferred jewelry method and of course.....being a bead embroiderer and beadweaver, specifics were required. My wonderful partner was then assigned.
Tanya Goodwin
I had made an acquaintance with Tanya in the Beading Babes Projects and saw her post, but then
good ole research was required. I spent time on her Blog, http://pixiloo.blogspot.com/ and we had
some good ole emails going back and forth on likes and dislikes. After contemplating and contemplating and then more contemplating, " What will I put together for Tanya's Bead Soup exchange...... it all fell together in just one night. One lovely Copper Heart started the entire process.
Hi Catherine,
The soup is gorgeous. Thank you so much!
Goldstone is a favorite of mine and I love those oval goldstone flower beads. The crystals are a perfect match. The pendant is gorgeous and it is going to be fun deciding what to do with it.
Please tell your friend she did a great job with the beaded beads. I love that pattern and the colors are striking. I'm glad you like peacocks. They are a favorite of mine as well. I think it's the colors. :) Have fun playing with it.
Tanya
And then, I recieved my package from Tanya....imagine my surprise when I opened the focal and saw a Peacock and of all things Soutache.
Genny Smith had just finished her first Soutache piece and I had made a promise that I would sit and do my first Soutache this year......As a Bead Embroiderer I should be able to figure this out...Common Catherine, you can do it. Peacocks! My entire Bedroom is done in Peacock colors and Peacock feathers. To me this was a good omen on things to come. While sitting and designing around the focal Lori, notified us that Reveal One on 3/30/2013 was a success but reveal two and three would be one week later due to health issues. And for the first time, we would be posting our photo's on Pinterest which would be reviewed by a host of judges if we so desired. " Maybe? ". Yeah, kind of..... O.K., Maybe.... we'll see.
All would still take place for the Reveal 2 group on the 13th of April.
Without further adieu...... my first Soutache and Bead Embroidery reveal. Thank you Tanya for the lovely gathering of just the right focal, beads, gemstone mixes and soutache and clasp. I hope I did you proud.
The focal was made by Nancy Schindler Round Rabbit Extra and the clasp is by Melinda Orr.
And now: the participants...........
The focal was made by Nancy Schindler Round Rabbit Extra and the clasp is by Melinda Orr.
And now: the participants...........
Agata Grygiel
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Ali McCarthy
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Alice Craddick
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Amy Severino
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Ana Krepel
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Andra Weber
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Andrea Glick
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Andrea Trank
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Anitra Gordy Boyers
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Annette Rivers
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Anu Tuppurainen
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April Grinaway
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Audrey Bélanger
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B.R.Kuhlman
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Barbara Bechtel
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Barbara Mason
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Becky Pancake
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Beti Horvath
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Billi RS Rothove
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Bobbie Rafferty
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Brandi Burdick
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Candida Castleberry
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Carol Dillman
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Carolyn Gebert
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Carolyn Lawson
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Caron Reid
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Catherine King
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Cathy Jakicic
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Chandra Merod
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Charlene Jacka
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Cheri Reed
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Cherrie Fick
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Cherrie Warzocha
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Cheryl Brown
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Cheryl Dunham
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Cheryl Foiles
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Cheryl Gangle
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Chris Eisenberg
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Chris White
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Christina Miles
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Christine Murrow
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Cindy Ritchie
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Clare Etheridge
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Cory Tompkins
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Cris Peacock
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Cynthia Abner
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Debbie Rasmussen
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Debi Levine
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Deborah Brooks
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Deborah Read
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Debra Behrends
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Dorota Żerańska
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Elaine Robitaille
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Elsie Deliz-Fonseca
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Emma Todd
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Erin Guest
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Evelyn Shelby
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Evie and Beth McCord
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Francy Inman
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Ginger Bishop
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Gloria Allen
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Hajer Waheed
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Hope Smitherman
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Ilenia Ruzza
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Ilona Hegedűs
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Ine Vande Cappelle
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Jackie Ryan
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Janine Lucas
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Jean Peter
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Jean Wells
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Jeanne Steck
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Jelveh Jaferian Johnson
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Jennifer Cabic
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Jennifer Reno
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Jennifer VanBenschoten
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Jenny Davies-Reazor
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Jenny Kyrlach
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Jenny Robledo
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Jessica Brower
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Jill MacKay
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JJ Jacobs
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Jo-Ann Woolverton
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Joanne Tinley
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Johanna Rhodes Nash
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Judy Robinson
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Juli Cannon
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Julia Gerlach
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Julie Bowen
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Julie Panusis
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K Hutchinson
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Karen Martinez
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Karen Vincent
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Karen Williams
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Karin Slaton
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Karyn Bonfiglio
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Kat Douglas
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Kate Dufour
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Kate Mulligan
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Kate Richbourg
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Kathleen Gallant
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Kathleen Lange Klik
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Katie Nielsen-Nunez
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Kay Bolton
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Kayla Potega
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Kelli Jacobson
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Kelly Patterson
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Kelly Ramstack
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Kiersten Kern
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Kim Sparks
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Klaudete Koon
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Klaudia Tóth
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Krista French
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Kristin Oppold
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Kym Hunter
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Lana Kinney
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Laura Guenther
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Lauren Fenty
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Leah Curtis
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Lennis Carrier
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Linda Murphy
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Lisa Johnson
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Lori Anderson
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Lupe Meter
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Lynn Jobber
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Mandi Effron
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Marcia Dunne
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Margareta Saari
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Marianne Baxter |
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Marie Covert
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Mary Ellen Parker
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Maryse Fritzsch-Thillens
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Megan Milliken
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Melissa Meman
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Melissa Mesara
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Michaela Pabeschitz
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Michelle Tucker
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Mimi Gardner
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Mischelle Fanucchi
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Monica Phillips
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Mowse Doyle
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Nancy Boylan
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Nancy Dale
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Pat Haight
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Patina Queen
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Patty Miller
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Pia Kaven
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Rebecca Anderson
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Rose Johnson
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Roxanne Blanc
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Sarah Goode
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Sarah Singer
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Sarah Strover
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Shalini Austin
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Sherri Stokey
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Sherry Baun
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Sheryl Stephens
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Silvia Sernicola
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Solange Collin
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Stacie Florer
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Stacy Alderson
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Stephanie Haussler
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Stephanie LaRosa
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Sue Burleigh
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Susan Bowie
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Susan Kelly
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Susan of Libellula Jewelry
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Susan Sheehan
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Suzanne Fragiacomo
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Tammi Sloan
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Tammie Everly
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Tania Hagen
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Tania Spivey
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Tanya Goodwin
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Tanya Wiles
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Tari Kahrs
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Terry Carter
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Theresa Buchle
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Tiffany Smith
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Tina Holden
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Tracey Nanstad
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Tracie Dean
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Tracy Bell
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Tracy Kruse
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Veralynne Malone
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Veronica Campos-Hallstrom
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Your first Soutache??? Are you kidding??? It's so gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Pipa...yes, first Soutache, but I will be doing more now that I have the technique. Thanks again,
DeleteBeautiful!! And exactly what PiPa said, too!!! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you from one of your greatest fans...
DeleteWOW! Great necklace! Elegant design tfor ther focal!
ReplyDeleteI’m in the third reveal. Can’t wait.
http://vintagememoriesjewelry.blogspot.com
kathy
Thank you Kathy, I'll be looking for you in the third reveal. Another good friend of mine is in the 3rd. Genny Smith.
DeleteYour necklace made my favs list for the second reveal. Check it out: http://vintagememoriesjewelry.blogspot.com
DeleteWow, it is absolutely stunning! Love the necklace and the soutache looks perfect! Great job!
ReplyDeleteGina H
Than you very much. I'm still critiquing myself....another one on the board
DeleteNice pieces.
ReplyDeleteWow, so that's 'Soutache'! That was new to me(googled to see which part of it is what!) :)and I loved what you created!! Very simple body for the necklace, thoughtfully giving more focus to the Soutache, apparently done which much effort! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThank you. I started with a spiral rope then decided it took away from the Soutache. Then went to chaining.
DeleteCatherine, that is just gorgeous! I am so glad you tried soutache because wow!! I love how the pendant looks so at home nestled in with the beads and ribbon. (The little dragonfly on the clasp is adorable as well.)
ReplyDeleteThe earrings are perfect.
Thanks so much for making this such a great experience, partner. :)
No, thank you Tanya. You really stimulated the brain cells with that Soutache. I stIll have pieces from the soup to complete and I'll tag you when they are finished. I so love what you did with my soup mix and I can't wait to play again. Keep in touch.
DeleteFanflippin'tastic! A beautiful work of art.
ReplyDeleteThank you Julie
DeleteSeed beads and soutache-hats off! i admire!
ReplyDeleteThank you !
DeleteI love the clasp, the beaded chain, and the little dragonfly. They are excellent accents for your amazing focal piece. Your first attempt at soutache it amazing.
ReplyDeleteStunning! Beautiful design and love the clasp!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, that focal is glorious. Hats off and completely awed !
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful !
ReplyDeleteOh my goodnes - I love what you did with the peacock focal and that is your first soutache??? You did an amazing job with it!!!
ReplyDeleteG O R G E O U S.
ReplyDelete& it is your first??? wow..
Love it.
Okay I have no idea how to make anything like that. I am working on my first peyote stitch and I can promise I will not be showing anyone if I can help it. That's amazing.
ReplyDeleteIf I can Soutache, you can peyote and once you finish, you are officially a Beadweaver. :)
DeleteWow! Your focal is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLinda
Thank you Linda
Deletegreat work Catherine, the purpose of the BSBP is to try new beading technique, or use something not familiar... you did a wonderful first soutache!
ReplyDeleteI'm on the 3rd reveal, I'm partecipating for the 3rd time on BSBP, what a fun :)
ciao dall'Italia
I'll be looking for you. Thank you
DeleteThank you all for your lovely comments. It was thanks to Tanya that set me in a new medium as a Bead Embroiderer.
ReplyDeleteI am just in awe, how do you do all that detail work, just lovely
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteBeautiful work, my dear! Couldn't imagine you're a newbie for Soutache and Bead Embroidery - the result looks so professional. A wonderful piece of art!
ReplyDeleteWow, stunning work, I love the soutache pendant, so rich looking. Fantastic job.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kepi, it was an adventure.
DeleteWow incredbly beautiful piece! Fantastic job!
ReplyDeleteThank you Patricia
DeleteWow! Your focal is amazing!!! Great work!
ReplyDeleteWow, your work is fantastic, a beautiful piece!
ReplyDeletebeautiful bead embroidery!!! You really showcased that peacock!! ~KM 1st reveal - http://kraftymax.blogspot.com/2013/03/7th-bead-soup-blog-party-reveal-33013.html
ReplyDeleteThank you
ReplyDeleteWow!,,
ReplyDeleteGreat post Catherine, I love how you shared your experience. I have one of Nancy's peacocks but I sure couldn't make it look as wonderful as this. Good on you for taking on the challenge of something new - and you had better enter this on the contest board!
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful!!! The idea of soutache has been simming in the back of my mind for a few months now. When I get ready to make the leap I hope I'm half as successful as you were. I'm really looking forward to coming back and exploring your site more. One of the great things about this blog hop is finding people you didn't know existed :-)
ReplyDeleteOh, awesome work!
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible bead work! Just amazing!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous bead work!
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful bead work. You are so talented.
ReplyDeleteYou certainly did justice to that beautiful piece and the beads! Your Soutache is awesome! I need to do another piece. Genny
ReplyDeleteIncredible beadwork!! I am just learning bead embroidery, so your creations leave me in awe! Well done!
ReplyDeleteWow beautiful work
ReplyDeleteWow, just beautiful I love soutache!
ReplyDeleteJackie
It's such a gorgeous necklace. Excellent work.
ReplyDeleteIt's so perfect that your Bead Soup gave you the push to try soutache. You made a beautiful necklace!
ReplyDeleteNow that is PRETTY. What a wonderful design you created with you bead soup. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteHow fortunate that you received a soup of something so close to your heart. You really ran with it and created something gorgeous! Nice job.
ReplyDeleteLovely soutache! It's hard to believe that it's your first attempt at the technique -- my first try was really dreadful. Thanks for the inspiration to give it another try!
ReplyDeleteSo so pretty! You did an awesome job. I wouldn't have known you'd never done soutache before.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful design and a wonderful soup!
ReplyDeleteYour beadwork is totally divine! Love the peacock focal. Great job! ♥
ReplyDeleteBeautiful design. I love your embroidery and the soutache is amazing. I haven't had the courage to try that yet but it really added something to that pendant.
ReplyDeleteWonderful work! I really love the way to showcase the peacock.
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