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Items used to make pendant:
22 and 18 gauge SS wire Link and Link
a turquoise cab purchased from eBay
8.5mm SS bale with drop Link

It took about 30 minutes to put together and was a blast to make.

Click the link to learn how to wire wrap stones.

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~Turquoise Sterling Silver Earrings~
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The earrings are pictured on top of the jewelry box my hubby made for me for my birthday when we were dating.

List of items used coming soon!


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~My Kowboy Kids Necklace~
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Items used to create this necklace:
2mm round woven black cord Link
Sterling Silver crimp tubes w/loop Link
SS jump rings Link
17-15mm SS Clasp Heart toggle Link
Dione Easy-On SS 7-1/2 snake chain bracelet Link
Montana Silversmiths Kowboy Kids birthstone charms
Hand turned olive wood beads from Bethlehem, Israel off of eBay

This design came from Firemountain Gems. Click the link to view the original design.

I modified it so that I could keep adding charms if we happen to have another little one. The silver chain you see is actually a snake chain bracelet. I removed the lobster clasp. One end of the chain can be unscrewed to add more charms. I chose the heart clasp and toggle because it reminded me of a baby inside a mother. It took about 15 minutes to put together.

I collect Kowboy Kids charms. They are a discontinued item from Montana Silversmiths and I love them! Don't ask me why. I've collected not only the ones I need for my kids, but I have a boy and girl charm for all 12 months. I think I'll keep collecting them though.





I finally took a picture of one of the two Sailor's Valentines that I made for Christmas one year. This is the one that went to my hubby's parents. It's pictured inside their display case so the lightbulb is reflecting off of the glass top of the valentine. The very top design is the same as the bottom.

About the piece: It took about a week to come up with a design, but it only took about 2 hours to glue the shells and sand in place. Then it took an additional 24 hours for the glue to set and dry.

Supplies: It was made using tiny seashells we purchased off of eBay. I dyed white sand with some blue food coloring. Everything was glued down with crafters glue. The glass case it's in was ordered online for $75 from a great guy who no longer makes them. cat_crying It's cherry wood and so beautiful. The pic doesn't do it justice. It cost approximately $100 to make, but I've seen them for sale anywhere from $250-$1200. If you want to order Sailor's Valentine boxes click this link.

I had so much fun making it. I wish I had made us one. emotion_kirakira

Click this link if you would like to read about the history of Sailor's Valentines.

Ooo... This is a perfect sub-forum for that. I'd love to see your dolls. My daughter has just ordered her first BJD ~ Lena. I don't know who's more excited, me or her. lol.