Lets just begin with the awesomeness Lesley of Thea Elements created for this months Component of the Month.
See why we were all so excited? Actually I have to say I am excited every month to see what these amazing artists have in store for us. Getting to work with such an amazing group of women and their artistic gifts is really such a blessing but this month it is all about Lesley so here we go!!!
When I received what she has called "Seed Pod" I was in awe. The detail all over the piece is amazing. When she first posted them I thought I would attempt to bead a large beaded bead but when it came I just couldn't see how I could not showcase the whole piece. You need to see the top and all the beauty it holds as well as the sides. This posed a real challenge. I had to let this gorgeous pod sit on my tray and let me know what I was supposed to do. I was getting rather nervous. With a week left to go.....nothing. So I picked up the pod and took it up to my studio. Oh I didn't tell you I now have a studio. I will have to blog about that later. So we went and visited the seeds and there they were. The most gorgeous intense color of gold lustered raspberry (11-331) from one of my favorite shops The Hole Bead Shoppe! They were darker but the gold luster and rainbow effect were perfect! The as usual it hit me! I need to make this a flower pendant. I knew just were to go! I have a beautiful pattern from Beads by Becs that would work perfectly!!!
I love it when the inspiration strikes because the beading seems to just flow from my fingers and Becs pattern gave me opportunity to change it up. So with all this chatting you are wondering when I am going to show you right? Ha I have to first tell you that because I was having so much fun I only had time to make the pendant. The chain will be finished very soon because I can not wait to wear this piece!!!
So what do you think? Did I make it so you can see all the awesomeness?
Here are all the friends that participated!!!
Here are all the friends that participated!!!
Guest designers:
Erin Prais-Hintz - Tesori Trovati
Erin Prais-Hintz - Tesori Trovati
AJE team
Lesley Watt
Hugs Always my friends!
Kristen
Love it Kristen! - so great to see these used in so many different ways and what you've done adds a whole new dimension...bit of a Japanese feel maybe...? and gorgeous colours. I cant wait to see it finished. Thank you for joining in and showcasing my piece so beautifully.
ReplyDeleteI had hoped you would like it. I do tend to let the components "talk" and sometimes it works. Thank you soooooooo much!
DeleteI LOVE it Kristen! I can hardly wait to see it finished. Gorgeous rich color and you really showcase the pod.
ReplyDeleteOh Jennifer! Thank you so much!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea. It's lovely to see the component from a different angle like that.
ReplyDeleteAww thanks I thought it needed to be seen all around!
DeleteGORGEOUS!!!! You rock Kristen, I love this, and of course I am so fond of Lesley's bronze components, with her talents and yours combined how could this not be gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteTherese
You are bias my friend!!!! LOVE YA
DeleteBeautiful! I wish I had your patience for seed beads! I thought the same about the pod.. it really needs to be shown off from all angles and you've nailed it!
ReplyDeleteI wish I had your talent but that is why we all work so well together! Thank you!!!
DeleteThis is so cool! Look what you have done with a bead cap! I am so impressed! Beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteYou always stop by to make me smile!!! Thank you!
DeleteSweet! I adore what you did with the bead cap and Becs pattern! Never would have thought to do that!!! Way to go my friend!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shirley it was Lesley's component that asked for it! LOL
DeleteWow! That is a stunning use of that component. I love it! Really great job!
ReplyDeleteThank you s much!!!
DeleteWow - you never stop amazing me w/your talent - this is just so very cool!! I love it! The color is fantastic, too.
ReplyDeleteAwwwwww Shel you make me blush!!! Thank you sweetie!
DeleteYES! YES! YES! Showcased the pod, stunning colors. Organic, vibrant. Yes.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jenny!!!!!
DeleteVery, very pretty - the beads you chose are the perfect color for this. Can't wait to see it with the chain!
ReplyDeleteThank you Francesca! I can't wait to see the chain either!
DeleteWhat a cool technique, Miss Kristen! I love the way that pod becomes the blossom. Talk about a transformation! Looking forward to the completion! Enjoy the day. Erin
ReplyDeleteI really like the way you saw this piece and made sure everyone else can see it that way too. It turned out really nice.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous showcase Kristen! Yes, I can see all the awesomeness—both in Lesley's luscious pod, and your stunning beading—awesome all the way! Can't wait to see the finished necklace.
ReplyDeleteI am waaaaaaaay behind on blog reading, but very much enjoying catching up! This seed pod is so cool - I positively LOVE what you've done with it so far!
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