March 28, 2009 - Although it took a few weeks, I prepared copper jump rings for my next creation. When the wound spring of copper was cut, I noticed that several burrs were created. I had to spend a lot of time tumbling the rings, using a cup de-burrer, tumbling again, before I couldn't even begin to create the bracelet below. This is the standard Byzantine pattern, with a clasp easily made from the same copper wire.

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Hey everyone!

I have several things going on lately but I did finally get around to making and listing a few new items yesterday.

I am working on a line of custom handstamped necklaces and I have this one listed so far with more to come soon.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21287814

I have also listed a few new turquoise bracelets...

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21285573

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21281489

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I haven't been doing a very good job of updating have I? What can I say, things have been busy around here and not just with my jewelry.

Here are a few items that I just listed that round off my Birthstone line of jewelry. I do not have the other six months yet as far as crystal colors go, but I am working on it.

Enjoy!

Beautiful Topaz Swarovski Birthstone Earrings.... http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20909265

Matching Topaz Bracelet....http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref… Continue

I have added a two part tutorial on the Cellini spiral stitch today. A written tutorial that includes a material list and design suggestions is available at Need For Beads Free Tutorial web page.

I hope you find the tutorial helpful. Let me know, and send me pictures of your creations, or post them here and email me that they are listed on this site.

A friend of mine and I just opened our very first website. No sales as of yet, but we are remaining hopeful. Check it out and give me some feedback. www.dandacreations.com