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HBBH 3.5: A Very Merry Unbirthday Party!

Marlene and Shelley just couldn't wait for HBBH4, so they slipped in another blog party swap and hop!  A Very Merry Unbirthday!  Paired up with partners we were to exchange bling in our partner's birthstone color(s).  My partner for this party is Ali McCarthy, Northwoods Creative Studio.  My birthday month is February and my birthstone is amethyst.  Ali made this fantastic kumihimo necklace featuring a gorgeous focal lampwork that she made!


This necklace reminds me of...February winters.  So cozy and warm.  It goes great with my sweaters.  Thank you Ali.

Here is what I sent to Ali...Uh oh.  In my haste to send Ali's unbirthday gift, I forgot to take a picture.  Well, she is first up on the party list, so visit her blog to see pictures.  Ali also has an Etsy shop!


Ali McCarthy
www.northwoodscreativestudio.blogspot.com

Alicia Marinache
www.allprettythings.ca

Anzia Parks
www.anzipanzisworkshoppe.blogspot.com

Audrey Belanger
www.esperianterra.blogspot.ca

Cheri Reed
www.creativedesignsbycheri.blogspot.com

Cheryl Dunham
www.renaissance-jewelry.blogspot.com

Chris Eisenberg
www.wanderware.blogspot.com

Christine Schlicht
http://www.marshellswaps.blogspot.com/p/visiting-bloggers-reveal-day.html

Cynthia Machata
www.antiquitytravelers.blogspot.com

D Lynne Bowland
www.islandgirlsinsights.blogspot.ca

Dyanne Everett-Cantrell
www.deelitefuljewelrycreations.blogspot.com

Gina Hockett
www.freestyleelements.blogspot.com

Ginger Bishop
www.lilmummylikes.blogspot.com

Gloria Allen
www.gloriaallendesigns.blogspot.com

Janeen Burlingame
www.facebook.com/janeen.burlingame

Joana Perez Stribel
www.facebook.com/lasjoyasdejana

Lori Schneider
www.Beadaddicted.blogspot.com

Mary Govaars
www.mlhjewelrydesigns.com

Mischelle Fanucchi
www.micheladasmusings.blogspot.com

Paula Gaskill
www.lovelylaylabugsjewelry.blogspot.com

Renetha Stanziano
www.lamplightcrafts.blogspot.com

Robin Reed
www.willowdragon.blogspot.com

Sherry Baun
www.unicornsjewels.blogspot.com

Shirley Moore


Thank you for stopping by, and don't be shy with the comments!




Comments

  1. ChelleApril 20, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    love love love the necklace :)

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  2. UnknownApril 20, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    What a cool necklace! I love using eyelash yarn in kumi, it gives such a great texture. And a focal made just for you, how cool!

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  3. Freestyle ElementsApril 20, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    What a unique and beautiful necklace! Love the focal, too! Great party!

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  4. UnknownApril 21, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    How fun! Love the fuzzy fringe.
    Janeen Burlingame

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  5. AliciaApril 21, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    Beautiful piece: it sure makes one feel warm and fuzzy. :)

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  6. UnknownApril 21, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    Oh that is so different and sure it will keep you warm on a chilly day. So glad you had such fun with our little surprise party.

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  7. Deelitful Boudoir PhotographyApril 22, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    I love the fuzziness of your necklace! Pretty! Happy Unbirthday!

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  8. UnknownApril 22, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    What a pretty piece...the lampwork beads is to die for..and all in purple (my new fav color!) Now let me go see what you made...

    Thanks for coming to the party, make sure to go to http://www.marshellswaps.blogspot.com to find out about the party goodie bag you have coming your way! ~ Shelley

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  9. UnknownApril 22, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    Wonderful!!! I'm not sure but I think someone called that type of yarn "eyelash" yarn? I love it, It look fun and cozy and wonderful!!! Great focal! Have a Blessed Day!

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  10. UnknownApril 23, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    Nice piece, looks like it would be very gentle on the neck. I like the colors.

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