Karen Totten Hoop Challenge: The Reveal
Thank you for stopping by to see the newest reveal of my blog challenge. There are 7 of us participating in this current challenge. We each got ceramic hoops from artist, Karen Totten of Starry Road Studio. The object was to create jewelry using the 3 glazed hoops. I love challenges like these because something like hoops can be used in so many different ways. It's been so crazy around here though, so I didn't get as creative as I had wanted to due to the time I alotted for this project. But alas, I will share with you what I made....
First up. A bracelet! It was nice that the smallest of the hoops was still big enough that I could pair it with something else in the center.... I picked out this keyhole connector from Earthenwood Studio. Use that big 6mm waxed linen cording from the Jewelry Accord shop, I did some macrame down each side of the bracelet using some pretty coordinating ceramic rounds from Marsha Neal Studio. My favorite is the eensy weensy key charm from Wynwood's at the end of the extender chain.
My second necklace...- I altered the large green hoop by tying some half-hitch knots using rust orange waxed linen cording from Jewelry Accord, and some matte orange seed beads around the hoop and dangled an acorn in the center of the focal. The pewter Squirrel bead from Green Girl ties the whole autumn theme in nicely! I used some indonesian glass beads and some faceted ruby jade rounds for a pop of color.
My last piece is a necklace. I did some asymmetrical for this one, using some lampwork glass discs I just got from Classy Sassy, and some colorful purple beading wire from Soft Flex company! Weaved the wire in and out of the glass discs using this technique. I added a sweet new owl bead from Humblebeads, with a crown (upside down bead cap from Vintaj!) The silk ribbon up around the back adds a nice splash of purple and makes for a comfy fit.
I can't wait to see what everyone else did with there hoops. Check out the blog hop list below!
ENJOY!
First up. A bracelet! It was nice that the smallest of the hoops was still big enough that I could pair it with something else in the center.... I picked out this keyhole connector from Earthenwood Studio. Use that big 6mm waxed linen cording from the Jewelry Accord shop, I did some macrame down each side of the bracelet using some pretty coordinating ceramic rounds from Marsha Neal Studio. My favorite is the eensy weensy key charm from Wynwood's at the end of the extender chain.
My second necklace...- I altered the large green hoop by tying some half-hitch knots using rust orange waxed linen cording from Jewelry Accord, and some matte orange seed beads around the hoop and dangled an acorn in the center of the focal. The pewter Squirrel bead from Green Girl ties the whole autumn theme in nicely! I used some indonesian glass beads and some faceted ruby jade rounds for a pop of color.
I can't wait to see what everyone else did with there hoops. Check out the blog hop list below!
ENJOY!
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I really looooove all three pieces! Great job :-).
ReplyDeleteGreat fun! The wrapped hoop with linen cord is very clever. I especially like the bracelet, the way the keyhole connector fits in so nicely and the little key charm on the clasp. All three pieces are great!
ReplyDeleteFirst i love the use of macrame carrying the rhythm of the hoop scalloped edges thru the design of your bracelet. I think your Autumn necklace captures my love of the season - the texture you added to that hoop is really a nice accent! All are inspirational...
ReplyDeleteReally like the discs and use of the SoftFlex product. I have never used this product before, will you reveal the size/diameter you used in this particular project or common size you enjoy working with?
ReplyDeleteI use .19 medium beading wire a lot. that's what this purple wire is. it's pretty universal.... but for this project you could even use a thicker wire to make more of a presence! :)
Deletecute designs. i especially love the last one, pretty color!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE all three designs...and the colors...gorgeous! Thanks for hosting these challenges Lorelei it was a lot of FUN! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteLove your creations! I like the idea of the wrapped ring.
ReplyDeleteLorelei, all three pieces are fantastic! I love the clasp on the green necklace, and my favorite piece is the purple necklace with the darling owl. What a fun challenge!
ReplyDeleteAll three are beautiful Lor! I love the stitching you did on the first necklace. The bracelet is really really pretty! And that technique with the beading wire is great! Thanks for hosting - it was fun!
ReplyDeleteI think you really brought your creativity for these! I love that squirrel one. And those owl beads! I forgot to ask Heather about those this weekend. Sweet! Always inspiring. Enjoy the day. Erin
ReplyDeleteGreat designs. Thanx for having this hop.
ReplyDeleteLovely! I love all the details. Your color palettes are just perfect.
ReplyDeleteThose are all beautiful! I love the colors in the last one .. and that crown is awesome! I adore how you used the hoop in the second one. The linen cord is such a great accent to the hoop!
ReplyDeleteOh man you ROCKED this!
ReplyDeleteomg the orange one! i love when you really alter things, you always have brilliant, elegant ideas. do that more so i can steal all your ideas!
ReplyDeleteGreat pieces as always Lorelei! Love that little acorn charm in the center. Thanks for having the challenge :).
ReplyDeleteThose pieces are all fantastic! I would be hard pressed to choose a favorite. Great job!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the squirrel necklace!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! So many yummy pieces out of my simple hoops! Lovely job Lorelei! I loved seeing your work with these and visiting everyone's blog to see all the fantastic creations! :D :D :D
ReplyDeleteLOVE LOVE LOVE the last necklace (purple one)...fantastic creations each and every one!
ReplyDeleteYou never ever made a bad piece (or even so-so piece) of jewelry! You are remarkable! Each design I see of yours is so very impressive. I'm always in awe!
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