Unfortunately, short of a real stroke of luck in scouring the intarwebs for beads, I really don't think I *could* duplicate this. The pumpkin beads were purchased at a local store that closed about three years ago; the multicolored canework discs have been sitting in my stash even longer, and were originally a gift from an acquaintance who lived in a different part of the country; and the double-pyramid focal was a unique piece in an old assortment bag, I don't even remember where I got that particular batch! I could try to hunt around for similar beads, but there's really no guarantee I'd have any success there. (I've got plenty more of the plain clear rounds and the silver spacers and findings, but those aren't the ones that give it character!)
I could always do the judgement-of-Solomon thing and split this in half to make two new similar sets, making up the length in back with more of the plain clear rounds...or I could perhaps try to work up something in vaguely similar colors and shapes, though not really a duplicate...any thoughts on the matter, folks?
Aaagh. Well-- much as I hate to concede defeat, my bid DID come in at :02, so I reluctantly bow out in lokifan's favor. Fair's fair and all that. Unless you've got similar in, say, cobalt blue, in which case I'll happily fork over the $31-- I love blue. ^__^ And it IS for a good cause.
Cobalt blue is a favorite palette of mine, so while I don't have beads in quite the same sizes and shapes, I *do* have a ton of blue pieces to work with -- I've actually even got a fairly delicate cobalt choker halfway under construction on my design board right now. If you like, I'd be happy to work out something in blue for you as a consolation prize, for being so gracious about dealing with the timing quirks of the bidding! :)
Oh, I'd definitely go for that! That's very kind of you-- I can't wear a choker unfortunately (too short of a neck) but if you'd like to work out something a bit longer, I'm good for it. And I'll be happy to make the donation! ^__^ **dances**
I've got plenty of extra beads for the ones I'm using on that blue piece, so extending it to something more like a princess/matinee length is no problem whatsoever! (I wouldn't go much longer than that as these beads are all a lot smaller and more delicate than the chunky ones in "Punakea", and there are some little iridescent blue leaves as focals on the bottom -- so the proportions would look really strange and out of balance if it goes too long.)
Or if delicate isn't your thing, I do have some heavier cobalt beads that are closer in size if not shape to the ones in this piece; I could work up something in a similar length with those instead. Any preferences? :)
Oooh, choices-- I'd go for the heavier beads, actually; one of the things that drew me to your piece of work was the thought of how it'd look against a sweater or cotton shirt (I may have to dress for work, but I'll dress my own way. XP), and for color I tend towards larger beads. But you're the maker; I leave it up to you entirely. Thank you again!
Larger beads are definitely doable! And if you like the sort of handmade irregularity in shape and texture that the disc beads here have, I've got some lampworked cobalt beads (similar shapes and sizes to the various larger beads on these zipper pulls that might appeal. I'll rummage through the bead stash when I'm done contacting all my auction winners, see what sort of things are in the inventory that might suit you. :)
Would you want a necklace-and-earrings set like this one, or just a necklace? If you want earrings I do have a pretty wide range of sterling findings -- fishhook wires, posts, leverbacks, and French hoops; and I can easily get clip-ons or other basic styles I don't have in stock at a local store. I may still have some cobalt-blue niobium fishhooks left, although the necklace wouldn't have matching findings. (I do also have plain-polished niobium, which is a sort of greyish-silvery color, in fishhook earwires -- if you're so metal sensitive that sterling silver gives you problems, that's a good choice for a more hypoallergenic silvery look.)
Aaack; didn't see this 'til just now-- earrings and necklace would be lovely, and I don't have a problem with silver at all. Where would you like the donation sent to?
Ah, no worries, I've been so swamped with personal issues this last week that I still haven't gotten around to taking photos of the larger cobalt beads in my stock!
Any of the charities on the suggested list are fine by me, or if you've got another organization in mind that's also working for the cause, I'm sure they'll be fine with me, too. Take your pick. :)
Hi! Wanted to let you know that the donation's been made; here's a copy of the payment screen. If you'll email me at theysabet@gmail.com, I'll be happy to send my address to you. ^__^
Unfortunately, short of a real stroke of luck in scouring the intarwebs for beads, I really don't think I *could* duplicate this. The pumpkin beads were purchased at a local store that closed about three years ago; the multicolored canework discs have been sitting in my stash even longer, and were originally a gift from an acquaintance who lived in a different part of the country; and the double-pyramid focal was a unique piece in an old assortment bag, I don't even remember where I got that particular batch! I could try to hunt around for similar beads, but there's really no guarantee I'd have any success there. (I've got plenty more of the plain clear rounds and the silver spacers and findings, but those aren't the ones that give it character!)
I could always do the judgement-of-Solomon thing and split this in half to make two new similar sets, making up the length in back with more of the plain clear rounds...or I could perhaps try to work up something in vaguely similar colors and shapes, though not really a duplicate...any thoughts on the matter, folks?
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Or if delicate isn't your thing, I do have some heavier cobalt beads that are closer in size if not shape to the ones in this piece; I could work up something in a similar length with those instead. Any preferences? :)
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Would you want a necklace-and-earrings set like this one, or just a necklace? If you want earrings I do have a pretty wide range of sterling findings -- fishhook wires, posts, leverbacks, and French hoops; and I can easily get clip-ons or other basic styles I don't have in stock at a local store. I may still have some cobalt-blue niobium fishhooks left, although the necklace wouldn't have matching findings. (I do also have plain-polished niobium, which is a sort of greyish-silvery color, in fishhook earwires -- if you're so metal sensitive that sterling silver gives you problems, that's a good choice for a more hypoallergenic silvery look.)
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Any of the charities on the suggested list are fine by me, or if you've got another organization in mind that's also working for the cause, I'm sure they'll be fine with me, too. Take your pick. :)
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