The time has come to reveal the fruits of our labor from the soup mix we received from our partners. My partner was
Linda Murphy of
Bonita Bead. I have a cousin with the same name, and immediately when I saw her name in the first list, I went to her blog to see if she was my cousin from CA. Well, it turned out she was not, but I have found another sweet friend through the Bead Soup Party. Thanks, Linda, for the beautiful soup mix you sent, and for becoming my friend. I pray we have a lifelong friendship! God Bless You!
Here is the soup mix that Linda sent:
And, here is what I created with that soup mix:
I love the toggle clasp she sent, and I just had to put it on the bracelet so I would be able to enjoy it every time I wore it!
Now, the focal bead she sent was very special. It is a gorgeous aromatherapy vessel. She had read my blog and found out I was having back trouble and thought I could use some healing scents like lavender oil, and this little vessel is the way to go! I looked at a lot of these on different websites just to check them out, but I honestly don't think I saw any as beautiful as this one! I kind of went crazy with my pictures of it, but I did want you to see it from all angles. It is a graceful glass swirl of color!
Linda was very generous with some other beautiful beads which are on the bead table waiting for me to put the many ideas I have into actual creations. As I stated above, this continuous back pain is the reason why the rest of her beads are waiting for me. It is so painful to sit. Have you ever tried making any kind of piece of jewelry flat of your back? It is difficult, believe me! So, when I have another good day or two, I will be at that table bringing to life the ideas in my head!
To visit the other 300+ participants, click on the link at the very top of my blog or right here:
http://lorianderson-beadsoupblogparty.blogspot.com/ 
Lisa, your necklace and bracelet are very pretty. How sweet and caring is your partner Bonita to make you a gorgeous aromatherapy vessel with lavender oil in it. I hope you back gives you less grief soon!
ReplyDeleteTherese
Both pieces are wonderful. I love the ribbon with them and the way you can see the clasp in the bracelet. And the aromatherapy vessel in the necklace is so pretty. Hope you get to feeling better.
ReplyDeleteBoth of these are fantastic. So pretty! I hope the lavender oil is helpful to you and that you're feeling better so we can see what other fabulous creations you'll make.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry that you are struggling with back pain...I know the pain all too well. I hope that you can find some relief, soon! You did a lovely job with these beads. I love the simplicity of the designs, yet they are so elegant. Take care!
ReplyDeleteThat is a gorgeous, gorgeous vessel. Your simple treatment really shows it off. I love the mix of ribbon and chain.
ReplyDeleteI just love charms and dangles! Well done!
ReplyDeleteI hope you'll join me again next time -- the blog button and dates are on my blog now!
Love, Lori
This is just super nice a bead that's actually a tiny scent bottle. I think you'll cherish this piece of jewellery forever.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely focal.I would be taking umpteen pics too! I just adore that idea. They are both so soft and feminine. Just wonderful. Hope your back gets better soon!
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible lampwork focal! I love your set - the design, the colors; just lovely. I love the use of ribbon - it adds such a soft texture!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. That focal bead is amazing!
ReplyDeleteVery, very pretty with that wonderful green ribbon. Very nice design.
ReplyDeleteVery nice, love how you used the ribbon!
ReplyDeleteHi Lisa,
ReplyDeleteThis is the first chance I have had to look at your soup. It was worth the wait. I love your designs. Both the necklace and bracelet look fabulous. I love how you used the ribbon and chain together. I feel so bad about your back pain. I feel terrible that it is preventing you from making more jewelry. We are missing out on some great designs from you. Get better soon. I know we will be friends forever bound by our first bead soup blog party. P.S. I cannot wait to start looking at the other blogs. Are you having fun? Hopefully it will keep you mind off of your pain.
Love, Linda
What a fabulous bead soup you received. I love the way your necklace and bracelet have come together. That amphora is amazing... thanks for showing it to us from so many angles.
ReplyDeleteGet well soon, your jewelry is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous pieces of jewelry you created and that focal is incredible!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pieces! And what a sweet friend you have made :) I hope that the aromatherapy helps!
ReplyDeleteI love them, the ribbon is a great touch. :o)
ReplyDeleteThis is just stunning. I like how you chose to use the toggle for the bracelet and the way you assembled the necklace really make the focal shine. And what a special piece that amphora is with lavender oil no less. A very thoughtful swap partner. I hope your back is better!
ReplyDeleteThe ribbon was a wonderful addition and your design really drew the attention to the fantastic focal bead your partner sent you. Good job!
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better soon! Happy Beading, Julie and Andrea
Gorgeous design, the ribbon finished it beautifully.
ReplyDeletevery nice! The ribbon was the perfect choice.
ReplyDeleteLovely! How great that you got a focal that speaks to both your creative and your health needs - so pretty! Hope you feel better soon...being down in the back is no fun!
ReplyDeleteThat focal is gorgeous! You did a great job with both pieces. Love the ribbon!
ReplyDeleteBoth of your pieces are simple but really super! You did a great job with your soup, especially for the amount of pain you are in. I hope you get to feeling better soon!
ReplyDeleteLovely jewellery! I like how the ribbon adds a sweet and elegant touch to the design -- as well as add an air of spring (which sounds perfect for a vessel like that). Fab job!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear you are struggling with back issues...hope you can get some help and relief.
ReplyDeleteYour bead soup focal is gorgeous and so thoughtful..I love the aditionof the crystals next to the top of it.
Jenni
Beautiful necklace!!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty...how thoughtful of your partner to not only send something beautiful, but something that would be beneficial to you as well. Your design is pretty and feminine..I love the use of the ribbon.
ReplyDeleteThe green ribbon was a great addiction. I also like the essentiality of the necklace.
ReplyDeleteGet well soon!
Ambra
Beautifully done, the ribbon really makes the two pieces sing together.
ReplyDeleteNice work!!
ReplyDeleteYour bead soup is incredible! I want one of those amazing aromatherapy vessels. I'm actually going to try to save up for one and create a necklace with it because as you read on my site, I have quite a lot of health issues and I've dabbled with essential oils and aromatherapy and love it :)
ReplyDeleteI must say your pieces are truly incredible. You did your soup and it's wonderful components justice!
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