Beading Babes ~ Project 4 Update #2

I am l♥ving the Ruffled Chain Bracelet. 

This is such a gorgeous piece. 

The pattern is really easy to follow and so far I haven't come across any errors in the pattern. The pattern is written really well, easy to understand and the diagrams are pretty good too - for those who rely heavily on diagrams rather than the actual tutorial.

Super easy!

The only problem I did have was deciding what colours to use!

As you might have read in my previous Project 4 update the beads I had originally planned on using arrived and were...well the wrong colour.

I then decided to use some 8mm beads I had forgotten about found in my stash...gorgeous millefiori beads.

Now you'd think that the primary colours in these beads would be an easy match...but nope. 

I didn't seem to have the right "traffic light" green...my red was the wrong shade and the only blues I had were either more purple in colour or silver lined which I didn't want to use.

The lesson learnt here is that it seems my size 15/0 colour selection isn't as vast as my 11/0's!

Anyhooo I tried again...I figured 3rd time lucky and have now found a combination I am happy with.

Ahhhh!

Nothing worse that not being satisfied with your colour choices. 

It's funny how all of a sudden you get that feeling in your heart and mind, you know where you look at the colours and just know they work...or don't!

So far I have stitched two components - only 4 four to go!

The individual components are going to make cute earrings too so I will definitely be making a pair to match my bracelet...and I reckon you could use one as a pendant too.

On the up side I have two completed components in other colours so I guess I could always use them for something else!

Has anyone else started this project yet?

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All patterns used within this group will be purchased by the beader, with the exception of Nancy Dale's pattern which she has kindly donated. All patterns will not be copied.

All credit will be given to the designer.

Do you make a wish list?

I've always felt a bit funny providing people with lists of things that I want for Christmas.

I am always happy with the fact that someone has thought enough of me to buy me a gift but over the past few weeks I have been requested to write a list of things I'd like as apparently I am getting difficult to buy for...REALLY?

Anyhoo ... for those that think I am difficult, here are a few things I am quite partial to.

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Gorgeous tote bags from Mary Engelbreit.

I've loved Mary Engelbreit's work ever since my good friend, Traci, introduced me to her whilst I was in the USA in 1990!

I looked at buying myself one of these. They are $14.99 but the site quoted me around $98.00 for postage to Australia...ummm excuse me!!!

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Christmas is not quite the same without a little Dexter Morgan!

Season 5 please!

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Crystal Brilliance beading book.

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Gift voucher (not necessarily the specific amount) from one of my favourite bead suppliers,

Over the Rainbow.

The aim is to buy lots of seed beads and Czech beads.

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 Gorgeous earrings from Sanfranblissco via Etsy.

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Forgotten World necklace by Helmitarha via Etsy.

I've had my eye on this one since Jana made it!

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 Adorable "Three Little Birds" bracelet by West Byron via Etsy. I can't help but smile every time I look at this piece.

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 Bejeweled Bollywood bib necklace by Windy River via Etsy.

Picasso Flower bracelet by ZoojaDesign via Etsy.

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 Classy Key Necklace tutorial by Stick Lizard Designs via Etsy.

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Toss the Feathers bracelet tutorial by Smadar's Treasure via Etsy.

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I'm seriously not expecting to get some of these as they are a little pricey but you know it's not called a WISH list for nothing!

Do you have anything special on your wish list this year?

Remember if you can...

...even if it's just a few pressies!

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ARUBA BLUE BRACELET...

Well my bracelets aren't blue but they are Aruba!

The design, Aruba Blue Bracelet, is by Ellad2. 
A simple but gorgeous bracelet stitched in RAW (right angle weave).

The silver and black bracelet was my first attempt.
This bracelet is such a joy to stitch and so quick and easy that I couldn't resist making another one in  pink... all for myself!

Of course the black and silver is all mine too!
I do love to spoil myself!

I reckon you can whip up one of these bracelets in around 2 hours or less...
 I haven't actually timed myself yet but they are super duper quick which makes them all the more desirable!

The tutorial is well written, easy to follow with fantastic step-by-step photos.

I have to admit I'm a fan of photos over diagrams when it comes to tutorials... it certainly makes following the instructions a  lot easier and I feel it adds that extra personal touch.

If you haven't checked out Ellad2's Etsy store then drop in and have a looksee.

I've purchased around 10 of her patterns and if the others are as easy as this one then I reckon I just might have struck gold!

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