Something Different 

Hello everyone, what a sunny day we have had (at last)!

I have a bit of a special share today.Special because it's a gift for a much loved friend of our whole family. I have known her since I was 17 & she was 19. That's 25 (cough, splutter) + years?

(Here are some pics, it wasn't easy to photograph with light reflecting but hope you like it)....

The original design comes from Beads Direct, seen in their gallery. I have never made a piece like this from scratch. Yes, every swarovski crystal flat back, bezel, clasp element & leather cord came in their own larger packs. Just a bit daunting? Lol. I would normally make a bracelet that can be for any size, a lot easier. This had to be made to her personal wrist size. I cannot tell you how many times I measured & then measured again before the final cut & glue!? Lol...

The hardest part after size was getting the central "flower" together as each element had to be put together then glued in place. If you are thinking of doing this kind of bracelet, have some nail varnish remover & cotton bud close by. Dip bud in a small amount of varnish, gently hold against metal only (it will tarnish leather cord if too much contact, trust me). This will remove any unwanted glue, should you slip a little bit. Of course I got it right first try..... NOT!

Yesterday a good friend (& trusted friend) described it as "timeless" & I was happy with that!
I want it to be versatile & to last without "going out of fashion". I truly hope I achieved somewhere close.

I did enjoy the challenge of making this, even if it may have caused a few choice words to come out (oops).
To top it off, I now have to make one for sis-in-law with a taupe colour cord. Yikes, It's her birthday on July 11th...

Wish me luck!

I always welcome your comments & thoughts. Is there anything you would prefer to see or read? Can't promise I'll oblige with everything but if it's doable, I will definitely do my best.  Any questions, I will TRY to answer.

Thank you very much for visiting, still getting used to blogging & couldn't do it without you. Enjoy your creativity! See you next time, I hope?

Another Challenge 

Hello again peeps! Thank you for your company. 

I have quite a few plans in the pipeline. I know, who sticks to "plans"?? Perhaps watch this space just incase?

For today, a quick share. I am entering this challenge here at The Craft Barn. It's for any man in your life, a masculine theme & any project. Unlike last time, it's randomly selected winner so can but hope!
In my case, a card for a special teenage boy who is into music, particularly playing guitar!
I hope you will tell me what you think or ask any questions. I reply to all comments as I appreciate them so much! Until next time, Byeeeeee! (Sshh, pics uploaded with closeups first.....)