Saturday, May 10, 2014

Welcome to The 8th Bead Soup Blog Party 2014!


The 8th Bead Soup Blog Party 2014 Reveal Day is Here!

Welcome to the BSBP 2014! I had a lot of fun with the beads my partner, Maria, sent. She sent such a lovely variety of beads it was hard to decide what to make at first, but once I sat down with them and played a bit they really spoke to me and I am very happy with what I created! I made four pieces of jewelry and all pieces have been infused with Reiki.


Here are The Beads Maria Sent…


The first piece is a Bead Embroidery Pendant with a Daisy Chain Necklace. Except for the turquoise seed and drop beads, all the other beads I used were from Maria. I used a Bone Turtle Fetish for the closure that I've had in my stash since 1978. I love the glass star beads and abalone shell focal Maria sent. 


Next is a bracelet that proved to be a bit of a fun challenge. As you can see, the shells have two holes in them, one at each end. The first idea I had did not work because they wouldn't lay correctly. The second idea worked perfectly and I am happy how it turned out. I used seed beads from my stash to attach the shell beads and the toggle is from Maria.


I made a second bracelet using square stitch with triangle seed beads Maria sent. I had never used triangle seeds beads before and will definitely be ordering some to play with again. They give a really nice smooth texture. 


My last piece is a pair of earrings created with more of the glass stars, and faceted glass roundels from Maria. I will be wearing these a lot this summer. 


Unfortunately, I have to work today during the height of the blog hopping excitement (sigh) but will be  hopping in spirit until I get home. 

Have Fun Hopping! 

 Please Stop by my Partner Maria's Blog, Sweet Yarns. 

 - And Here For The BSBP 2014 Participants List -
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61 comments:

  1. roomforchangeMay 10, 2014 at 12:04 PM

    That first necklace is pretty spectacular!! Just lovely!!

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    1. White Horse BeadingMay 12, 2014 at 2:18 PM

      Thank you very much, Roomforchange! That one is my favorite.

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  2. Shai WilliamsMay 10, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    Great designs! I am sure that they have a wonderful feel also,.

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  3. vovsblogMay 10, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    Such lovely work well done!

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  4. RainyMay 10, 2014 at 8:13 PM

    I really love the dramatic pendant up top. Beautiful!

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  5. la mar de bonitaMay 11, 2014 at 4:45 AM

    What a charming necklace, Lori!

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  6. Tammy AdamsMay 11, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    Nicely done. That pendant work is especially lovely.

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  7. BevMay 11, 2014 at 3:33 PM

    Love the bracelets and bead work! Great job!

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  8. Kumi FisherMay 11, 2014 at 4:32 PM

    Wow that bead embroidery pendant is stunning! Amazing detail work! Beautiful!

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  9. DebiDeaux DesignsMay 11, 2014 at 7:28 PM

    Love the soup! Love the results! Beautiful!

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  10. WindDancerStudiosMay 11, 2014 at 9:06 PM

    Love the embroidered piece and the little star in the fringe, nice touch!

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  11. UnknownMay 12, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    I love them all! The beadwoven focal pendant, the green bracelet, the little star earrings! But I really love the pattern on the woven bracelet - it reminds me of a caterpillar and caterpillars remind me of fun times as a kid, and of course beautiful butterflies! Nicely done!

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    1. White Horse BeadingMay 12, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      Thank you very much for your kind comments, Hannah! Glad the bracelet evoked nice memories :) I love the feel of the texture those triangle beads gave that bracelet.

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  12. AndreaMay 12, 2014 at 11:34 AM

    I love that you used the turtle that you've had since 1978! Everything is beautiful.I really love the woven bracelet.

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    1. White Horse BeadingMay 12, 2014 at 3:38 PM

      Thank you, Andrea. My 1970s stash is staring to get low but love to add some of them in current work when I can :)

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  13. bead addictMay 12, 2014 at 5:32 PM

    Ooo lovely soup and Iove what you made with it. Those starfish beads are great and I really like how you incorporated one of them into the dangles off of your bead embroidered piece :-)

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  14. Freestyle ElementsMay 12, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    I think your bracelet that gave you trouble with the first idea is amazing! It looks like it would be so comfortable to wear, as well as the starfish earrings!

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    1. White Horse BeadingMay 30, 2014 at 9:06 PM

      Thanks Freestyle. The bracelet is light and comfy on the wrist. I love the starfish.

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  15. LeanneMay 12, 2014 at 9:49 PM

    The bead embroidery in the pendant is beautiful I especially like the first bracelet.

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  16. UnknownMay 13, 2014 at 3:59 AM

    I'm in love with your embroidery. Beautiful work.

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  17. Jean A. Wells Handcrafted JewelryMay 13, 2014 at 10:15 AM

    Love that beaded embroidery pendant. So pretty. I wouldn't think you would have enough time to complete something like that. I find it amazing. Great job!

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    1. White Horse BeadingMay 30, 2014 at 9:56 PM

      Thanks, Jean! I haven't done a lot of bead embroidery but getting faster at it and loving it :)

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  18. UnknownMay 13, 2014 at 5:23 PM

    All your designs are fantastic! I LOVE the first necklace.

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  19. UnknownMay 13, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    Oh wow!!! Love your design. It is awesome. Thanks so much for the note you left me regarding the ankle surgery you had. Being off of your feet has to be the hardest thing to do!!! thanks again and have a great week.

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  20. RachelMay 13, 2014 at 8:45 PM

    Lovely work! I'm always so impressed with seed bead creations!

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  21. Nelly MayMay 14, 2014 at 6:42 AM

    Got to love those triangle beads, they stitch together beautifully don't they? And your beadwork is divine. Just love your stitched cab.

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  22. AnonymousMay 14, 2014 at 10:24 AM

    I love you shell bracelet. And I think the daisy chain on the first necklace is a lovely detail.

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  23. Monique (A Half-Baked Notion)May 14, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    Gorgeous soup and beautiful designs, Lori! I agree, odd-shaped beads can be extra challenging, but the results are definitely worth it :)

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  24. Mary Ellen MerriganMay 14, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    Beautiful work. I like the turtle fetish as a clasp - your bead embroidery is lovely!

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  25. MimiMay 16, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Beautiful designs - that necklace is truly stunning!

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  26. bailaoraMay 16, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    paua necklace rocks!!!

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  27. Becky PancakeMay 18, 2014 at 12:32 PM

    Hi Lori, your bead embroidered necklace is gorgeous. The crystal stars are the perfect accent. Bead embroidery is my favorite thing to do. Good job using the two hole connectors. I like the bracelet.

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  28. MLourdesMay 19, 2014 at 11:43 AM

    Hi Lori,
    Sorry for the delay. I was away on vacation with Grandma. Just got back yesterday. I could not wait to come home and view your pieces. I love how you incorporate the beads I sent you and create the lovely pieces shared. I am amaze of the number of pieces you were able to create with my Bead Soup. The Bead Embroidery necklace is my favorite. I am glad I sent you the Triangle seed beads and you were able to create that fav bracelet. The shell bracelet and the Star earrings are so cute. Hopefully when I get home from work today, I will be able to post my pictures. I hope I will make you proud... Talk to you later....

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  29. Linda A.May 19, 2014 at 2:26 PM

    WOW! how beautiful! your work is *stunning*!

    Linda A.
    http://fromTheBeadBoard.blogspot.com
    http://cherryOnTopDesign.co

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  30. Karin GMay 19, 2014 at 5:05 PM

    Great pieces, I love how you managed your shell bracelet, it is absolutely lovely, and the bead embroidery is gorgeous!

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  31. Just BeadsMay 20, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    The beaded embroidery pendant is amazing. Love your pieces.

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  32. Jo-AnnMay 23, 2014 at 11:28 AM

    I love the topaz star beads. They are beautiful in the necklace and make fab earrings.

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  33. Jami aka DaMamaShippMay 25, 2014 at 6:53 PM

    You had a great soup and obviously a good time creating! Love it all! Such beady goodness, love the seedies. Your bead embroidery piece and the shells with seed beads are wonderful!

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  34. AnonymousMay 27, 2014 at 10:09 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous bead embroidery! Cool closure also, perfect for this piece. Cool bracelet.

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  35. bairozanMay 29, 2014 at 4:06 AM

    The necklace is stunning! Smart solution for the shell beads and it has turned out beautifully. The more I see beading, the more I want to learn this technique :) Love the earrings - small but sparkly!

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  36. Treasures by LouiseMay 30, 2014 at 7:44 AM

    All beautiful creations, I especially love the necklace with the seed bead bezeled shell. I've been admiring the soup you sent your partner, and was hoping to find out where you found that intriguing metal focal piece?

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  37. KepiJune 4, 2014 at 3:25 PM

    All your pieces are beautiful but that first necklace is a stunner! Beautiful design!

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  38. AnonymousJune 9, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    Great BE piece. LOVE the dangles. great job

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  39. JaniceJune 10, 2014 at 11:37 PM

    All lovely designs but that bead embroidery necklace is nothing less than spectacular. I love the color palette you used. Bellisimo!

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  40. Divya NJune 11, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    I love the seed bead fringe - very cool for summer

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  41. CraftyHopeJune 11, 2014 at 3:53 PM

    Well done with all your soup ingredients. I especially like the shell bracelet. The simplicity of it is so lovely.

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  42. AnonymousJune 15, 2014 at 10:28 PM

    What a great use of all your beads. The necklace is so pretty with the bead embroidery. I love that you had that little fetish for so long and fit it right in for the clasp! That seed bead bracelet is super cool. Nice job on all of your pieces!

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  43. Lori AndersonAugust 22, 2014 at 7:03 AM

    Excellent work!

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