Sally Russick of The Studio Sublime loves challenges and put out a call to Create with Cabochons! I and others responded to the challenge. I've done a little bead embroidery and thought this challenge would be fun. Not only was it fun, but it is also addicting.
I started out with a piece of Succor Creek Jasper that looks like a beautiful desert landscape, and inspired by my friend Cathy Helmers (an expert in bead embroidery), I made the focal below. It is truly a one of a kind piece. I used a lot of the hybrid seed beads surrounding the cab and fringe. Sadly, the hybrid seed beads are not being made anymore, so you better get them before they are gone.
And this piece too. The focal is a lampwork bead made by Carolyn Harman, MVLBA.
I started out with a piece of Succor Creek Jasper that looks like a beautiful desert landscape, and inspired by my friend Cathy Helmers (an expert in bead embroidery), I made the focal below. It is truly a one of a kind piece. I used a lot of the hybrid seed beads surrounding the cab and fringe. Sadly, the hybrid seed beads are not being made anymore, so you better get them before they are gone.
And this piece too. The focal is a lampwork bead made by Carolyn Harman, MVLBA.
Thank you Sally for hosting this challenge, and for providing those links about beading cabochons. I had great fun with these!
I will get to hopping sometime after the weekend. My nieces are coming for a visit, while my brother and sister in law go to the Ohio State game. So I must clean, clean, clean and get rid of stink bugs (the ones that look like shields).
Challenge Participants
Host: Sally Russick
That jasper is just stunning - I am amazed at the beauty that Mother Nature brings us! Your embroidery really sets it off beautifully! Love the subtle pop of green in your second, lampwork piece - Black Tie wear for sure!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pieces. I love the jasper piece! I love how scenic they are. The beads you chose for that complement the stone so nicely.
ReplyDeleteoh man that is one gorgeous piece of jasper - like a painting all by itself, and the way you did the bezel gives it the perfect framing and that southwestern feel. stunning, truly stunning
ReplyDeleteYour landscape jasper necklace is such a work of art. Your beading is gorgeous and compliments the cab perfectly.
ReplyDeleteBoth pieces are amazing but have to say love that jasper! The beading is a work of art.
ReplyDeleteOh my!! That red creek cab is exquisite! And you created beadwork that is just as divine!
ReplyDeleteRenetha, I'm so impressed. I was visiting pages just from the Linkz pictures, and yours immediately caught my eye! WOW! So beautiful!
I hadn't thought of creating bead embroidery for lampwork... and may I ask, what are hybrid seed beads? I've got a great deal to learn!
Congratulations on gorgeous, gorgeous jewelry!!
Happy Hopping,
Rita
Thank you. The hybrid beads have picasso finishes and luster finishes with colors that aren't usually mixed. If you come across seed beads with a "Y" in the number, then those are the hybrids.
DeleteBoth of your pieces are gorgeous. But really love the Succor Creek Jasper and what you did with it.
ReplyDeleteThat jasper is gorgeous, and so is what you did with it! I love both!
ReplyDeleteMy fav is the Succor Creek Jasper piece, the fringing is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to see so many wonderful seed bead designs in this challenge. Have to say that your desert inspired jasper design is one of my favorites! The colors are so beautifully subtle. Love.
ReplyDeleteYour work is gorgeous and I love that jasper cabochon and the way that you brought it to life with your design.
ReplyDeleteMmmm that jasper is delicious. THe "hybrid beads are way cool as a frame and a color complement. Awesome.
ReplyDeleteHi Renetha,
ReplyDeleteI am in love with your Succor Creek Jasper pendant it is gorgeous I love the design you did it fits the Jasper well. Your second pendant is beautiful I like that you mixed glass with gemstones it is a nice touch.
Therese
I love the first piece those are some incredible color variations in your bead choices and the work is beautiful. Is that a kumihimo braid for the necklace?
ReplyDeleteYour jasper necklace is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteLove the fringe!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work.
Renetha, thank you so much for signing up, the pieces you created are gorgeous. Beautiful color palettes and you definitely got a knack for bead embroidery! You are right it is soooo addicting!
ReplyDeleteI love what you did with your desert cabochon, I can feel the sun and the heat. It is wonderful!
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ReplyDeleteLove the first cabochon...it looks just like a desert and mountain range. I am new to this but it is addicting! I have a few other pieces I want to embroider around! But I am making myself get some other "things" off my work table first. Great Job. Thanks for sharing
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ReplyDeleteBoy that first cab is just stunning. You started with a gorgeous cab, and then turned it into a work of art. When I looked thru the Linkz pictures yours immediately caught my eye. I love fringe and it gives the piece the absolute perfect flow and shape. Fabulous!
both are gorgeous..! my fav is the first one.. :)
ReplyDeleteI love your necklace Renetha! That piece of jasper is beautiful and the beads you paired it with work perfectly! I'm slow, but still hopping... let's keep the party going, right? :)
ReplyDeleteHave a terrific week!
You made a beautiful pendant. The colors and style go perfectly with the stone. What are hybrid seed beads?
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