Silk Flower Pins

Well, I saw a flower on a dress on Etsy and loved it, but couldn't buy just the flower, and the dress was too small!  So I have thought about it for about a week and whipped out the hot glue gun to create my own.  I searched the web for a variety of sites about how to do this, and the only thing I didn't already have was the flower petals.  I saw some really pretty petals at Michael's called Daisy Doodles for about $5 a jar (for 36 flower pieces).  I just wasn't ready to spend a lot of money for an experiment!  So off to WalMart, where you can find a little bit of everything. 
First I needed to buy more glue, I hadn't used that gun in years and have no idea where the glue could be.  I looked for some clips for the pins, but didn't find any, so I figured I would just use the pin parts I already had at home.  Then to the silk flower section!  Prices ranged from $.94 to $7.00.  Since this was my first try, I went with the less expensive ones.  Then home to tear the flowers apart for their pieces, a great way to deal with life's little frustrations. 
I made one...not so good, I made a second one...better, but still not right...but the third and fourth one  I think I got it!  I used wire for one with a little hot glue, and the other one was just glued.  I think I like the wired and glue one the best.  I added some crystals and beads for the centers.  Here are the results:



I think I would even make Martha proud!


These are available for sale on ArtFire

Getting Creative

Well...I've added another show to my schedule. The Annual Cash and Carry Show on October 24th from 9-3 at the Alexandria VFW. I will post more information as I get it, but it promises to be a busy event.

So, I kicked myself in gear and started to use the stash of beads I bought from the last few shows. Here are my most recent creations. They are available in my Artfire Store or by contacting me at lynnea@designsbylynnea.com

I've Finally Gotten Busy Again

Beautiful blue beads from Island of Misfit Beads make a unique bracelet. Accents of silver and blue crystals and a silver colored toggle clasp finish the look. This bracelet measures 8 1/2 inches long

True Blue Bracelet $25 + $5 s/h

This Man in the Moon ceramic pendant is copper and aqua color. I accented it with glass beads in aqua and copper spacers. Finished off with a ribbon necklace in aqua and copper. Approx. 16 inch choker.

To The Moon Necklace $20 + $5 s/h

These earrings have a matching bracelet. I used silver filled wire to make the spiral to highlight these beautiful beads. The beads are lampwork from Island of Misfit Beads and have a white background with blue and brown spots.

I See Spots Earrings $15 + $2.50 s/h

Lampwork beads from Island of Misfit Beads have a white background with brown and blue spots. I accented them with blue glass beads and silver beads and spacers. A toggle clasp makes it easy to put on.

Seeing Spots Bracelet $25 + $5 s/h

Beautiful wire wrapped pendant on an 18 inch gold colored chain. The pendant is a golden color with iridescent accents of greens and blues.

Its' A Wrap Necklace $20 +$5 s/h

Beautiful blue glass pendant is shown off at its' best on an 18 inch ribbon necklace. The pendant is 1 inch long and has blue with black and golden accents.

Simply Blue Necklace $10 + $5 s/h

Teal swarovski crystals dangle from gold colored chain for a delicate drop earring.

coordinates with the Eeeny Meeny Little Greeny Necklace

2 inches long

Dingle Dangle Earrings $15 + $2.50 s/h

Simply stunning describes this simple necklace. The focal point are the lampwork beads from Island of Misfit Beads. Lime green with teal green dots I used teal swarovski crystals and gold spacers to highlight the colors. 18 inch long gold toned necklace finishes the look.

Eeeny Meeny Little Greeny Necklace $15.00 + $5 s/h

As you can see I finally started to create new jewelry again. Life has been way too busy! I have a show coming up on June 13th, the Sangria Fest. This is the 4th annual Sangria Fest put on by the Argentine Bean in Crestview Hills Town Center. Hope to see you there!

My Heart is Green With Envy

Beautiful lamp work heart from Island of Misfit beads will make your friends green with envy that they don't own it. The green glass is accented with silver and an inlaid swarovski crystal and 3 swarovski dangles on a silver color chain.

18 inch chain
pendant is 1 1/2 inches total length.

$30.00 + $2.50 s/h

White and Black Ruffles Set SOLD

A beautiful Lamp work bead from Island of Misfit Beads is highlighted on the necklace with black and amber crystals and white and black rondells. The coordinating earrings have the rondells and a crystal drop.


This item has been sold, if you would like something like it contact me and I will see if my bead maker can make a similar bead.

Blue Sky Bracelet $35.00

This beautiful bracelet was created using blue quartz beads, swarovski crystals and silver spacers. It measures 8 inches long, but fits a 7 - 7 1/2 inch wrist. If you need it longer...just ask, I will adjust it at no additional charge. These blue beads vary in color from light to medium blue and reminded me of the sky in spring.

$35.00 s/h $3.00 (international buyers contact me for shipping)

Look What I Just Sold!

Just sold both these pairs of earrings! Like them? I can make you a pair, just contact me for purchasing information.

Fairy Leaves Necklace $32.00

The Fairy Leaves necklace is 20 inches long and was created using glass leaf beads, crystals, seed beads, chain and ribbons. You can wear this with jeans or an evening gown!

Mermaids Kiss Necklace $40.00

The Mermaids Kiss Necklace $40.00
This 20 inch necklace features a beautiful ruffled lampwork bead from Island of Misfit Beads. I then added crystals and glass beads to highlight its unique beauty.

Dragon's Heart Necklace SOLD

I created this necklace to highlight the lamp work heart bead. It measures 16 3/4 inches long. This unique and beautiful necklace will be one of your favorites to wear year round!

This is a one of a kind item that is sold. I can create a similar item for you by request.

Jewelry for my Stepdaughter Jen

Jen loves purple, so when I saw this bead in my stash I knew it was the one for her. I hope she enjoys wearing it as much as I enjoyed making it.

Brides Cuff Revisited $50.00

I created this cuff to show that a bride can incorporate items from her family to create a new heirloom for her wedding day. This one is for sale, but I can customize one just for you.