This is what I sent Cory. I always struggle with these decisions. She and I corresponded prior to me sending the package. She stated she struggled with pastels (pink in particular) and white. I settled on this group because of the ivory as a neutral (not white) which I thought reminded me of the sand, and the aqua and purple shades that reminded me of the southwest. Cory lives in AZ, although I am not sure of her terrain, this reminded me of the AZ I have seen. The heart is one of those pieces that I had saved back with the intent of making something for myself. It seemed like the perfect focal to send to my partner. I always try to send a grouping that has a piece of what I like or what I would wear. It is fun to see what they make out of it, since I already have a vague vision of what I would make for myself. I sent copper accents and a copper clasp (that I made) to go with it. Usually I send a store bought clasp, but this time I felt like she would appreciate it more if I made the clasp, even if it was a fairly simple style.
Cory is such a talented artist, I can't wait to see what she does with my ingredients. I have a one day art show the day of the reveal, so I will have to try to view it from my phone. Please visit her blog (
Art with Moxie) to see what she will cook up.
If you know me, I work best under pressure. Last minute Annie, I guess you could call me. But I was so excited about the ingredients that Cory sent to me that I have already completed my necklace and love it. All that is left to do is take my pictures and schedule my post for the reveal date of July 28, 2012.
This is what I sent to Sweden. A lampwork focal and matching spacers made by me and some copper accent beads and a copper toggle clasp.
Jenny sent to me an amazing group of beads. It was very easy for me to come up with several design ideas. Since this necklace is going to be for me, I chose a design that I will wear often. I made the necklace on the long side, which makes it hard to get it all in the picture. The focal is a clay piece with a subtle wing design. It has a smokey color and the aqua as accent colors with a center of white. I added a few copper bicones as spacers and a copper bail for the focal. I have enough beads left over to try and design a pair of earrings to match. I am so excited to be able to wear this piece. I envision a white turtleneck or blouse and black slacks and maybe an aqua cardigan sweater.
Can't wait to see what Jenny designs with the beads I sent her. Please visit her blog Shyme Design and see what she presents. Unfortunately I will be away from my computer this weekend. I am going to try to visit from my new fancy phone.
