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May 23, 2006
collage necklace
Wow, 3 weeks without a post. That must be a craftlog record. I've mainly been un-crafting, that is, ripping out all the horrible horrible machine quilting on the baby quilt. I've also been doing lots of craft-free traveling. I did get a chance to do some craft shopping in New York, though, Disdressed's New York crafting guide in hand. Got a bunch of ribbon at M&J Trimming, which totally lives up to the high expectations I had for it. Hopefully I'll be able to bring myself to part with some of it for the trimswap Bara is running. I was too overwhelmed both by the selection and by the price of the fabric stores to actually get anything. The main place I missed that I want to hit on my next trip is purl patchwork. I consoled myself with a few Japanese craft books, though. I'm sure the new books and the new trim will show up here sooner or later.
To get back into the swing of things, I finally made a necklace with the plastic flowers I bought from Snapcrafty a while back, old buttons, and Murano glass beads I got in Italy last summer. I've gushed before about Snapcrafty's jewelry, and this is definitely very inspired by her designs. (Looks like I'm not her only fan; she's a Fred Flare Next Big Thing.) It was fun to rummage around for bits to include. I like it OK, although it's kind of a big mess. It actually works as a bracelet almost better than as a necklace.
Posted under Jewelry at May 23, 2006 11:33 PM
Comments
hey there! glad you are back!
great necklace!!!
Posted by: lisa at May 24, 2006 02:29 AM
We miss you!!! :)
Posted by: Isabel Galanaki at May 24, 2006 03:47 AM
I think this is just great, I would love to wear it! I am so into these colours right now too, so fresh and just happy :) I know this is probably a one off but if you ever fancy making something like this for a swap let me know :)
Posted by: Maxine at May 24, 2006 04:48 AM
Very cool necklace!
Posted by: kirsty at May 24, 2006 04:53 AM
That's gorgeous!
Posted by: Emma at May 24, 2006 05:15 AM
This would be great as a bracelet but I really like it as a necklace. I like all the Spring colours!
Posted by: Heather at May 24, 2006 08:59 AM
Your necklace/bracelet is so sweet and perfect for spring/summer! I could see it paired with a crisp cotton dress. Nice to see you back!
Posted by: Robin at May 24, 2006 11:42 AM
i think it's great! You should definately wear it. :)
I made one based on her designs earlier this year, and thought i probably need to cover up some scratchy edges on the back - it's definately harder than it looks - it was great fun to make.
Posted by: oscarcat at May 25, 2006 09:06 AM
Beautiful. I love those little bits, they look amazing together.
Posted by: Blair at May 25, 2006 10:37 PM
pretty! I love it :)
Posted by: hillary at May 26, 2006 10:59 AM
great to see you are back!! I love the necklace, I would definitely wear it (it matches the top I have on!!!), lovely.
Posted by: hannah at May 27, 2006 10:42 AM