No new bead photos as I am on a business trip for the past few weeks!
But always new listings each Sunday nite on E-Bay!
Currently in Toronto, looking forward to Nov 4th, Rob at Massey Hall!
Awesome seat and lots of twittering, getting everyone ready for the BIG NIGHT!
The countdown is ON!!
If I admitted to having a weakness.... it would be him! ;)
Here is just a tease of what is in store!
D.
Posted in Aurae, Bullseye, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, Electra, frit, Gaia, Glass Diversions, Nyx, Psyche, shard, silver glass, Triton
Scrolls
Materials: CiM & Trautman Art Glasses
This set is a base of another of my favorite glasses, CiM's Stone Ground, an opaque silver yellow.Delicate scrolls of Trautman's rare glass, J.D. Mix decorate these hand formed barrel and round beads.
Cashmere & Cocoa
Materials: Effetre & Glass Diversions Frit
A classic pink is transformed to a light hue of rose cashmere speckled
with popular Coffee Bean frit from Robin Koza.
The frit has webbed to create a rich set of beads, coordinated with a deep fudge
brown spacer beads.
A timeless classic for both casual and business fashions!
The King's JesterMaterials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
CiM's Stone Ground, an opaque silver yellow, is a base for these court jester inspired bead set. Patterns of Double Helix's silver infused glasses of Gaia, Electra and Psyche were reduced and encased to capture the rich jewel tones.
Double Helix's Aurae was speckled & dotted and then reduced to a gleaming gold.
This set is a one of a kind set to be offered on E-bay later this month, just in time for holiday jewelry collections. Perfect for that New Years celebration dress!
The DeepMaterials:Bullseye Glass
A 2007 limited edition glass, Blue Green Algae, was used to create this set of rich coloured spacers. Each core of this glass was deeply encased to create beads that seem to glow from inside out. This glass has tiny sparkles of blue aventurine suspended that reflects the light from all angles.
These would be perfect matched with crystals and bali silver!
Paris
Materials:Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
This Set is NOW SOLD
Effetre's basic black is the base for these Paris inspired scrolled beads. Double Helix's silver infused glasses, Electra, Triton, Psyche, Aurae and Nyx show the variegated nature of each of these glasses within the hand drawn scroll work.
Materials:Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
This Set is NOW SOLD
Effetre's basic black is the base for these Paris inspired scrolled beads. Double Helix's silver infused glasses, Electra, Triton, Psyche, Aurae and Nyx show the variegated nature of each of these glasses within the hand drawn scroll work.
Golden Amber Honey
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
This antique inspired set of beads was created with a unique batch of CIM's Pumpkin Unique-1. This unique batch created a rich burnt sienna semi-opaque glass rather than the bright Halloween style orange.
This caramel hued glass is not longer available for sale, so I have a small amount of it to share with you. Once it is gone, it is gone forever!
This glass has been paired with shards and dots of Double Helix's Aurae to create glittering textures. Along with spacers of Light and Dark Amber, this set is one of this seasons trendiest colors going into Winter and Spring 2009.
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
This antique inspired set of beads was created with a unique batch of CIM's Pumpkin Unique-1. This unique batch created a rich burnt sienna semi-opaque glass rather than the bright Halloween style orange.
This caramel hued glass is not longer available for sale, so I have a small amount of it to share with you. Once it is gone, it is gone forever!
This glass has been paired with shards and dots of Double Helix's Aurae to create glittering textures. Along with spacers of Light and Dark Amber, this set is one of this seasons trendiest colors going into Winter and Spring 2009.
Shimmer, Sparkle and Shine! New Bead Sets!
Posted in Aurae, CiM, frit, Gaia, Khronos, Nyx, shard, silver foil, silver glass, Triton
Golden Champagne
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
This gleaming set is a base of one of my favorite glasses, CiM's Pink Champagne. In natural light, it is a rich pink. In other lighting, it can cast hues of a pinky purple.
In any light, it is simply gorgeous!
Shards and dots of Double Helix Aurae decorate these beads. Lots of variety in the shapes to allow for lots of art glass design options.
A closeup:
Gaia's Golden Veins
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: Effetre & Double Helix Glasses plus 99% Pure Silver Foil
This set is created on a base of Medium Blue Transparent upon which
99% pure silver foil was generously covered.
Double Helix silver glasses, Gaia and Nyx were sprinkled and reduced to a
gleaming metal surface. The micro droplets of silver have been fumed to by the
silver glass to a golden cast.
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
This gleaming set is a base of one of my favorite glasses, CiM's Pink Champagne. In natural light, it is a rich pink. In other lighting, it can cast hues of a pinky purple.
In any light, it is simply gorgeous!
Shards and dots of Double Helix Aurae decorate these beads. Lots of variety in the shapes to allow for lots of art glass design options.
A closeup:
Gaia's Golden Veins
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: Effetre & Double Helix Glasses plus 99% Pure Silver Foil
This set is created on a base of Medium Blue Transparent upon which
99% pure silver foil was generously covered.
Double Helix silver glasses, Gaia and Nyx were sprinkled and reduced to a
gleaming metal surface. The micro droplets of silver have been fumed to by the
silver glass to a golden cast.
Under The Sea
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
This set is created on a base of Pale Aquamarine rolled in Double Helix Kronos & Triton frit. The beads were shaped, reduced and encased in more Pale Aquamarine.
A final touch of Double Helix Aurae for surface decorations, reduced to bring out silver, golden and pink metallic goodness in each of these treasure trinkets!
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
This set is created on a base of Pale Aquamarine rolled in Double Helix Kronos & Triton frit. The beads were shaped, reduced and encased in more Pale Aquamarine.
A final touch of Double Helix Aurae for surface decorations, reduced to bring out silver, golden and pink metallic goodness in each of these treasure trinkets!
Selena's Silver
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses plus 99% Pure Silver Foil
This set is created on a base of CiM Pulsar upon which
99% pure silver foil was generously covered.
A custom frit blend, from shades of greens and blues,blended with Double Helix silver glass frits, Gaia and Nyx, was sprinkled and reduced to raise the silver crystals to the surface.
The micro droplets of silver have been fumed to by the
silver glass to a golden cast.
NOTE: All these flat tab beads are hand formed as are all Pendragonfyre Beads. I use no molds or presses in my designs. I prefer to create true artisan handcrafted beads, making each set a truly unique creation for my clients.
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses plus 99% Pure Silver Foil
This set is created on a base of CiM Pulsar upon which
99% pure silver foil was generously covered.
A custom frit blend, from shades of greens and blues,blended with Double Helix silver glass frits, Gaia and Nyx, was sprinkled and reduced to raise the silver crystals to the surface.
The micro droplets of silver have been fumed to by the
silver glass to a golden cast.
NOTE: All these flat tab beads are hand formed as are all Pendragonfyre Beads. I use no molds or presses in my designs. I prefer to create true artisan handcrafted beads, making each set a truly unique creation for my clients.
A closeup:
Silver Cinnamon & Spice
Materials: ASK 104 & Effetre Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
This Holiday inspired set of 15 beads were created with a combination of Effetre's Light Chestnut Brown and ASK 104 Silver Cinnamon. This beautiful silver infused cinnamon glass is no longer available, but I have some in reserve to create these designs for you!
This set is Now On E-bay
Materials: ASK 104 & Effetre Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
This Holiday inspired set of 15 beads were created with a combination of Effetre's Light Chestnut Brown and ASK 104 Silver Cinnamon. This beautiful silver infused cinnamon glass is no longer available, but I have some in reserve to create these designs for you!
This set is Now On E-bay
Ravenna, Italy is famous for its stunning 5th-6th century mosaics that decorate the
walls of its churches and monuments. Eight of Ravenna's monuments are
designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Ravenna was the western seat of the Roman Empire and the capital of the Byzantine Empire Europe from the 5th to 8th centuries.
Ravenna is near the Adriatic coast in the Emilia Romagna region of northeastern Italy.
The blues, greens and gold tones of these mosaics have inspired this set.
To see some of the mosaics from Italy, click here.
Ravenna
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses plus 99% Pure Silver Foil
This set is created on a base of CiM's Unique Elphaba 2 (very rare glass) upon which
99% pure silver foil was generously covered.
Double Helix silver glasses, Gaia and Nyx were sprinkled and reduced to a
gleaming metal surface. The micro droplets of silver have been fumed to by the
silver glass to a golden cast.
Simply beautiful pieces of art glass.
When this set is added to e-Bay in a few weeks from now, it will include unique
focal beads of an ancient old world look to coordinate with the bead set of rounds and cubes.
New Bits and Beads!
Posted in Aurae, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, Electra, Gaia, Gold Rubino, Nyx, shard, silver foil, Terranova, Triton, Vetrofond
Opposites Attract
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: CiM and Effetre Glasses
Series #2
CiM Smurfy and Effetre New Violet
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: CiM and Effetre Glasses
Series #2
CiM Smurfy and Effetre New Violet
Opposites Attract
Materials: Vetrofond & Effetre Glasses
Series #3
Effetre New Violet & Vetro Light Ivory
This Set is Now SOLD
Forest Jewels
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre Avocado & Double Helix Terranova encased in Vetro Clear
This Set is Now SOLD
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre Avocado & Double Helix Terranova encased in Vetro Clear
This Set is Now SOLD
Violet Fairy Crown
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre New Violet & Double Helix Triton encased in Vetro Clear
with surface decorations in Triton
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre New Violet & Double Helix Triton encased in Vetro Clear
with surface decorations in Triton
Amethyst Fairy Treasures
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre Medium Amethyst & Double Helix Aurae encased in Vetro Clear
with surface decorations in Aurae dots and shards
Some Focal Beads
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Base: Effetre Cobalt Blue Rolled in Silver Foil,
Gold Rubino Dots melted in Surface decorations of Double Helix Nyx
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Base: Effetre Cobalt Blue Rolled in Silver Foil,
Gold Rubino Dots melted in Surface decorations of Double Helix Nyx
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Base: Effetre Cobalt Blue Twistie decorations of
Double Helix's Nyx, Gaia and Electra
Reduced Surface decorations of Nyx
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre New Violet & Double Helix Triton
encased in Vetro Clear
with surface decorations in Triton
Double Helix's Nyx, Gaia and Electra
Reduced Surface decorations of Nyx
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre New Violet & Double Helix Triton
encased in Vetro Clear
with surface decorations in Triton
Materials: Double Helix & Effetre Glasses
Effetre New Violet & Double Helix Triton
encased in Vetro Clear
with surface decorations in Triton
Terranova Bit Beads
Materials: Double Helix & Vetrofons Glasses
Base of Light Ivory
Swirls of Double Helix Terranova
Blueberry Cheesecake
Materials: CiM & Vetrofond Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
Swirls & dots of CiM's Simply Berry glass were deliciously placed on a mixed canvas of Lt Ivory Vetro and CiM Khaki. This set includes a dotted focal bead.These look good enough to eat!
Opposites Attract
Series#1
Materials: CiM & Vetrofond Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
An example of opposites attract in this set of simple dotted beads. Half in Lt. Ivory Vetrofond with CiM's Smurfy dots and the other half with the opposing combination.
Simply Beautiful.
Terranova Orphans
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: Double Helix, Effetre Glasses & Silver Foil
A small set of beads from a color experiment of bases of Effetre Opal Yellow
and Silver Pink. The surface was rolled in silver foil and decorated
with Double Helix Terranova shards.
Nebula
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
This flat tab bead set is a twist of two base colors: CiM Pulsar and
a rare CIM Unique named Elphaba Unique 2. This glass was a special
edition that is no longer available, and luckily I still have a few rods left.
The two glasses swirl perfectly together and hold the golden dots of
Double Helix Aurae for an "out of this world" result.
This set was inspired by a Hubble telescope photo, check it out here!
BONUS:
When this set is posted on ebay for auction,
it will include the Triton spacers as a bonus!
Lots of Dots
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: CiM & Vetrofond Glasses
Dots and Dots and more dots in these beads of Lt. Ivory Vetrofond
with CiM's Smurfy!
Lots of combinations and multiple layers!
BONUS:
When this set is posted on ebay for auction,
it will include the Light Ivory spacers as a bonus!
Tuscany
Materials: CiM Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
Imagine the combination - Aubergine, Olive and Mint!
This Italian inspired set of dotted beads is a glorious combination of 3 of my favorite CiM Glasses: Eggplant, Olive and Dirty Martini.
The rich colours coordinate so beautifully.
This Set is Now SOLD
Swirls & dots of CiM's Simply Berry glass were deliciously placed on a mixed canvas of Lt Ivory Vetro and CiM Khaki. This set includes a dotted focal bead.These look good enough to eat!
Opposites Attract
Series#1
Materials: CiM & Vetrofond Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
An example of opposites attract in this set of simple dotted beads. Half in Lt. Ivory Vetrofond with CiM's Smurfy dots and the other half with the opposing combination.
Simply Beautiful.
Terranova Orphans
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: Double Helix, Effetre Glasses & Silver Foil
A small set of beads from a color experiment of bases of Effetre Opal Yellow
and Silver Pink. The surface was rolled in silver foil and decorated
with Double Helix Terranova shards.
Nebula
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
This flat tab bead set is a twist of two base colors: CiM Pulsar and
a rare CIM Unique named Elphaba Unique 2. This glass was a special
edition that is no longer available, and luckily I still have a few rods left.
The two glasses swirl perfectly together and hold the golden dots of
Double Helix Aurae for an "out of this world" result.
This set was inspired by a Hubble telescope photo, check it out here!
BONUS:
When this set is posted on ebay for auction,
it will include the Triton spacers as a bonus!
Lots of Dots
This Set is NOW SOLD
Materials: CiM & Vetrofond Glasses
Dots and Dots and more dots in these beads of Lt. Ivory Vetrofond
with CiM's Smurfy!
Lots of combinations and multiple layers!
BONUS:
When this set is posted on ebay for auction,
it will include the Light Ivory spacers as a bonus!
Tuscany
Materials: CiM Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
Imagine the combination - Aubergine, Olive and Mint!
This Italian inspired set of dotted beads is a glorious combination of 3 of my favorite CiM Glasses: Eggplant, Olive and Dirty Martini.
The rich colours coordinate so beautifully.
These 4 new sets are upcoming offering on E-bay and Artfire.
Autumn Harvest
Materials: CiM and Effetre Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
This set captures the colours of the Harvest season in its fruit hues of Plum, Eggplant, Green Grape (Peacock Green), Yellow Apricot and Cherry (Sangre). The rectangle beads are a base of harvest yellow (Stoneground) on which swirls of fruit colours have been added.
SteamPunk Rivets
Materials: CiM Glass
This Set is Now SOLD
This set is very interesting. Created exclusively from CiM's new Gunmetal, the beads vary in metal tones. The dotted beads resemble metal rivets. This is great and in line with the Steampunk jewelry trend currently posted on www.artfire.com
Arial
Materials: Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
A Base of Effetre Aqua with Double Helix Aurae encased bubbles
Bubble Tea
This Set is Now SOLD
Materials: CiM, Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
A base of CiM's Maple with Double Helix Aurae encased bubbles
Autumn Harvest
Materials: CiM and Effetre Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
This set captures the colours of the Harvest season in its fruit hues of Plum, Eggplant, Green Grape (Peacock Green), Yellow Apricot and Cherry (Sangre). The rectangle beads are a base of harvest yellow (Stoneground) on which swirls of fruit colours have been added.
SteamPunk Rivets
Materials: CiM Glass
This Set is Now SOLD
This set is very interesting. Created exclusively from CiM's new Gunmetal, the beads vary in metal tones. The dotted beads resemble metal rivets. This is great and in line with the Steampunk jewelry trend currently posted on www.artfire.com
Two New Bubble Sets:
Arial
Materials: Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
This Set is Now SOLD
A Base of Effetre Aqua with Double Helix Aurae encased bubbles
Bubble Tea
This Set is Now SOLD
Materials: CiM, Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
A base of CiM's Maple with Double Helix Aurae encased bubbles
New Sets - Upcoming on E-Bay
Posted in Aion, ASK 104, Aurae, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, Khronos, silver glass
E-Bay has been busy as ever and now that we are into the fall 2009 season, Pendragonfyre will be posting auctions each Sunday evening.
Clients are asking what is coming up for future auction items, so I have decided to use my blog more effectively to preview future e-bay set offerings.
Here is the first sneak peek!
Ekho Scrolls
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
The antique look is captured in this set of barrel and round scrolls beads. On a base of CiM Canyon de Chelly, the glass was gently fumed when the DH Ekho was reduced to bring the shimmering metallic glow to the surface.
The Ekho glass has an opalescent quality that is different than the metallic shine of Double Helix's other popular glasses, Aurae and Triton.
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
The antique look is captured in this set of barrel and round scrolls beads. On a base of CiM Canyon de Chelly, the glass was gently fumed when the DH Ekho was reduced to bring the shimmering metallic glow to the surface.
The Ekho glass has an opalescent quality that is different than the metallic shine of Double Helix's other popular glasses, Aurae and Triton.
Cosmos
Materials: Effetre & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This set was created with a base of Cobalt Blue transparent glass with swirls and twists of Double Helix's Aion and Kronos silver infused glasses.
The DH glasses were reduced and were encased with clear glass to capture the silver reactions. They seem to capture a universe within each sphere and cube bead.
Pocahontas - the American Princess
Tiara Series #14
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
"Princess Matoaka, also called Amonute was born in 1595. She was a daughter of Wahunsunacock, also known as Chief Powhatan, who ruled an area encompassing almost all of the neighboring tribes in the Tidewater region of Virginia.
'Pocahontas' was a childhood nickname referring to her frolicsome nature; in the Powhatan language it meant "little wanton". In her last days she went by the name Rebecca Rolfe.
Many believe that she saved the life of Captain John Smith from being killed by her father. Later she warned the English colonists at Jamestown of a planned Indian ambush. She also helped in the dealings between the colonists and her father, Chief Powhatan.
The life of Pocahontas has formed the basis of many legends. Her story became the source of much romantic myth making in the centuries following her death and is very important in American history. On the other hand, Americans of European descent regard Pocahontas as a savior of their own race and a fore-mother of the United States."
This set is inspired by this American female icon.'Pocahontas' was a childhood nickname referring to her frolicsome nature; in the Powhatan language it meant "little wanton". In her last days she went by the name Rebecca Rolfe.
Many believe that she saved the life of Captain John Smith from being killed by her father. Later she warned the English colonists at Jamestown of a planned Indian ambush. She also helped in the dealings between the colonists and her father, Chief Powhatan.
The life of Pocahontas has formed the basis of many legends. Her story became the source of much romantic myth making in the centuries following her death and is very important in American history. On the other hand, Americans of European descent regard Pocahontas as a savior of their own race and a fore-mother of the United States."
CiM's new brown transparent, Maple, provides the canvas for a new issue of the popular Tiara series. Paired with Double Helix Aurae, this set is perfect for fall 2009.
Asian Kimono
Materials: CiM, Effetre and ASK 104 Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
CiM's Lipstick, an opaque brick red glass, is is the base for swirls of Intense Black, ASK Silver Cinnamon and Goldstone Filigrana. This flat tab beads are a rich and a great addition for Fall 2009 jewelry creations. Complimented by Lipstick and Silver Cinnamon spacers, the colours will carry you through fall and winter 2009.
A closeup of the bead to show the detailing of the colour swirling!
Materials: CiM, Effetre and ASK 104 Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
CiM's Lipstick, an opaque brick red glass, is is the base for swirls of Intense Black, ASK Silver Cinnamon and Goldstone Filigrana. This flat tab beads are a rich and a great addition for Fall 2009 jewelry creations. Complimented by Lipstick and Silver Cinnamon spacers, the colours will carry you through fall and winter 2009.
A closeup of the bead to show the detailing of the colour swirling!
I invite you to join the followers of Pendragonfyretales to get updates as new bead sets are posted. Get your sneak peeks before they hit E-Bay!
Smiles,
D.
Smiles,
D.
Posted in Aurae, Bullseye, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, frit, Glass Diversions, Psyche, shard, silver glass
House of Aragon
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
Materials: CIM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
This large set of 21 beads was created with a base of rich shade of Pomegranate opaque glass by CiM named Sangre. Hand pulled stringers of Double Helix Aurae create the dots that highlight among the Aurae shards carefully added to majority of the beads in this set.
The Aurae reduced to a glittery goodness fit for anyone, queen or not!
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
Materials: CIM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
This large set of 21 beads was created with a base of rich shade of Pomegranate opaque glass by CiM named Sangre. Hand pulled stringers of Double Helix Aurae create the dots that highlight among the Aurae shards carefully added to majority of the beads in this set.
The Aurae reduced to a glittery goodness fit for anyone, queen or not!
Mocha Latte
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
Materials: CiM- Creation is Messy & Effetre Glasses
This Mocha latte flavoured set of 19 beads were created with a base of CiM's Tamarind Unique. The light milk chocolate base was sprinkled with Glass Diversions Coffee Bean frit to complete the coffee inspired set. Four chocolate fudge spacers are included to coordinate with the frit sprinkled beads.
Fudge-Caramelle
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
Materials: Bullseye Glasses
This delicious set of 17 beads was created with a combination of
Bullseye's limited edition Fudgsicle, and Butterscotch.
A bit of Iris Gold has been added for just a hint of shine!
Psyche-Delicious
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
Materials: CIM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
This one of a kind set of 13 beads were created with a base of CiM's Canyon de Chelly. Double Helix's Psyche added the glitter in the layered dot patterns that when gently reduced bring the BLING to the surface.
These beads REALLY SHINE!
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Posted in Aurae, botanical, CiM, Double Helix, frit, silver foil, silver glass, Triton, Vetrofond
Asian Plumes
Materials: Silver, Vetrofond & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This Asian inspired set of 17 beads were created on a base of Vetrofond's Lemongrass.
A generous wrapping of 99% pure silver foil was burnished into the surface creating microdrops of silver to which Double Helix Triton, a silver infused glass frit was sprinkled. The glass when struck and reduced in the flame, it gently fumed the silver foil to a golden glow, outlining each droplet of Triton silver glass.
Materials: Silver, Vetrofond & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This Asian inspired set of 17 beads were created on a base of Vetrofond's Lemongrass.
A generous wrapping of 99% pure silver foil was burnished into the surface creating microdrops of silver to which Double Helix Triton, a silver infused glass frit was sprinkled. The glass when struck and reduced in the flame, it gently fumed the silver foil to a golden glow, outlining each droplet of Triton silver glass.
Autumn Vines
Botanical Series #3
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This Harvest inspired set of 20 beads were created with a unique batch of CIM's Pumpkin Unique-1. This unique batch created a rich burnt sienna semi-opaque glass rather than the bright Halloween style orange.
This caramel hued glass is not longer available for sale, so I have a small amount of it to share with you. Once it is gone, it is gone forever!
This glass has been paired with Double Helix's Aurae to create glittering botantical vines on the pumpkin base. Along with pure pumpkin spacers and pumpkin rounds encased with Aurae, this set is perfect for Autumn 2009.
Botanical Series #3
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This Harvest inspired set of 20 beads were created with a unique batch of CIM's Pumpkin Unique-1. This unique batch created a rich burnt sienna semi-opaque glass rather than the bright Halloween style orange.
This caramel hued glass is not longer available for sale, so I have a small amount of it to share with you. Once it is gone, it is gone forever!
This glass has been paired with Double Helix's Aurae to create glittering botantical vines on the pumpkin base. Along with pure pumpkin spacers and pumpkin rounds encased with Aurae, this set is perfect for Autumn 2009.
The Oz Tiara
CiM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This abundant 20 bead set was created with a new released color named Oz.
This rich green base by CiM is a true emerald green.
Hand pulled stringers of Double Helix Triton create the hand drawn scrollwork on each bead. The Triton was reduced to a glittery goodness of gold and silver blue.
CiM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This abundant 20 bead set was created with a new released color named Oz.
This rich green base by CiM is a true emerald green.
Hand pulled stringers of Double Helix Triton create the hand drawn scrollwork on each bead. The Triton was reduced to a glittery goodness of gold and silver blue.
Silver Pulsars
CiM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This mini set of 8 focal bead set was created with CiM's Pulsar
rich aqua transparent glass as the base. Double Helix Aion and Nyx, two magnificent silver infused glasses were
used to create uniquely unexpected details under the clear encased surface.As the Aion and Nyx were reduced and restruck in the flame, the designs are
formed and captured under an encasement of crystal clear glass.
CiM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This mini set of 8 focal bead set was created with CiM's Pulsar
rich aqua transparent glass as the base. Double Helix Aion and Nyx, two magnificent silver infused glasses were
used to create uniquely unexpected details under the clear encased surface.As the Aion and Nyx were reduced and restruck in the flame, the designs are
formed and captured under an encasement of crystal clear glass.
Slytherin Magic
# 1 in the Inspired by Magic Series
CiM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This one of a kind 17 bead set was created with a CiM's newly released
limited edition dark as night green base named Slytherin Unique.
Hand pulled stringers of Double Helix Psyche create the hand drawn "S" monograms,
for the house of Slytherin, on each barrel bead, as well as the complimentary
shard wrapped beads.
The Psyche was reduced to a bring out the hues of purple, green, blue and gold against the dark green base of each bead.
Simply Magical!
# 1 in the Inspired by Magic Series
CiM- Creation is Messy & Double Helix Glasses
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This one of a kind 17 bead set was created with a CiM's newly released
limited edition dark as night green base named Slytherin Unique.
Hand pulled stringers of Double Helix Psyche create the hand drawn "S" monograms,
for the house of Slytherin, on each barrel bead, as well as the complimentary
shard wrapped beads.
The Psyche was reduced to a bring out the hues of purple, green, blue and gold against the dark green base of each bead.
Simply Magical!
Sea Bubbles
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This mini set of 5 focal bead set was created with CiM's Purple transparent glass named Simply Berry as the base. Double Helix's Triton and Nyx, magnificent silver infused glasses was used to create uniquely unexpected details under the clear encased surface.
Bubbles of Double Helix's Triton and Nyx were added, reduced to a mother of pearl shine and then encased in clear to create the colourful droplets of colour of the silver infused glass.
THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This mini set of 5 focal bead set was created with CiM's Purple transparent glass named Simply Berry as the base. Double Helix's Triton and Nyx, magnificent silver infused glasses was used to create uniquely unexpected details under the clear encased surface.
Bubbles of Double Helix's Triton and Nyx were added, reduced to a mother of pearl shine and then encased in clear to create the colourful droplets of colour of the silver infused glass.
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Although it is only August, it is a good time to start on your Fall bead collections. This rich combination of hues will create a sophistication cation to both casual and business jewelry created using these beads.
Autumn Morning
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This Autumn inspired set of 14 beads were created with a combination of CiM's Canyon de Chelly, Bordello, Maple and Effetre's Light Ivory.
Although it is only August, it is a good time to start on your Fall bead collections. This rich combination of hues will create a sophistication cation to both casual and business jewelry created using these beads.
Autumn Morning
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This Autumn inspired set of 14 beads were created with a combination of CiM's Canyon de Chelly, Bordello, Maple and Effetre's Light Ivory.
Maple Creams
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This Maple flavoured set of 12 beads were created with a combination of CiM's Canyon de Chelly, Maple, ASK 104's Silver Cinnamon and Effetre's Light Ivory.
New Sets for this week
Posted in Aurae, botanical, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, Gold Rubino, shard, silver foil, silver glass, Terranova
Venetian Mosaic Blocks
Materials: Silver, CiM & Double Helix Glasses
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THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This Venetian inspired set of 17 rectangular beads were created on a base of CiM's Stone Ground. A generous wrapping of 99% pure silver foil was burnished into the surface creating microdrops of silver to which Double Helix, silver infused striking glass was sprinkled.
The glass when struck in the flame, gently fumed the silver to a golden glow, outlining each droplet of Terra Nova silver glass.
Garden Fairy Trinkets
Materials: CiM & Effetre Glasses
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THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This dainty 11 bead set was created with a pretty combination of pinks and olive green. CiM's new shade of green named Olive, is matched with CiM's Desert Pink, Effetre's Gold Rubino and pale Rose transparent glass.
Gold Rubino is the Italian glass that contains gold dust for the richest shade of pink you can imagine!
Golden Olive Heart
Botanical Series#2
Botanical Series#2
Materials: CiM & Double Helix Glasses
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THIS SET IS NOW SOLD
This Olde English inspired set of 21 beads were created with a base of CiM's new shade of green named Olive. Handpulled microthin stringers of Double Helix's Aurae were used to create the botanical scrolls on the surface of the focal heart as well as 8 flat tab bead in this set.To complement the botanical beads, Aurae shards were wrapped on Olive bases to create rounds and tabs to complete the set.
Some new Unique Offerings For This Week!
Posted in Aurae, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, Ekho, shard, silver glass, Vetrofond
Phoenix Embers
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This set of 18 beads were created with a base of CiM's new orange red glass named Phoenix.This background create a rich and regal base for the Double Helix Aurae Shards that have been carefully placed on each bead to create a magical look.Each Aurae shard was gently reduced in the flame to bring out a metallic hue and the glitter shine of this silver glass!
This Set is NOW SOLD
This set of 18 beads were created with a base of CiM's new orange red glass named Phoenix.This background create a rich and regal base for the Double Helix Aurae Shards that have been carefully placed on each bead to create a magical look.Each Aurae shard was gently reduced in the flame to bring out a metallic hue and the glitter shine of this silver glass!
Arwen's Hope"From the ashes, a fire shall be woken. A light from the shadow shall spring. Renewed shall be blade that was broken. The crownless again shall be king."
Arwen Evenstar
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This set is inspired by this beautiful midnight blue and blood red dress from the movie Return of the King. The colours are regal and these beads are a unique one of a kind tribute to this character and movie.
This one of a kind set of 24 beads was created with a bases of CiM Lipstick and Effetre Cobalt blue glasses. Hand pulled stringers and shards of Double Helix Aurae create the hand drawn scrollwork , dots and wraps on each bead. The Aurae reduced to a glittery goodness!
Bubbles
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This spectacular set of 16 beads were created with a base of Vetro Lemongrass.
Dewdrops of Double Helix new striking glass, Ekho was added, struck and reduced to mother of pearl shine and then encased to create the colourful droplets of colour of the silver infused glass.
The result is gentle hues of amber, palest pinks and blues in each encased bubble.
This Set is NOW SOLD
This spectacular set of 16 beads were created with a base of Vetro Lemongrass.
Dewdrops of Double Helix new striking glass, Ekho was added, struck and reduced to mother of pearl shine and then encased to create the colourful droplets of colour of the silver infused glass.
The result is gentle hues of amber, palest pinks and blues in each encased bubble.
Enjoy your Week!
D.
D.
Here are 2 new sets for this week, now posted on Ebay!
Autumn Requiem
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This Autumn inspired set of 22 beads were created with a combination of
CiM Pumpkin, Unique Tamarind and Effetre Orange Punch,
Dark Amber and Butter Yellow.
Although it is only August, it is a good time to start on your Fall bead
collections. This rich combination of hues will create a sophisication to both
casual and business jewelry
This spectacular set of 12 beads were created with a base of
CiM Simply Berry. Fairy Jewel droplets of Double Helix Psyche glass was added,
reduced to metallic shine and then encased to create the colourful
droplets of colour of the silver infused glass.
Encased bubbles, scrolls and dots create this collection of Fairy jewels for you!
Autumn Requiem
This set is NOW SOLD
This Autumn inspired set of 22 beads were created with a combination of
CiM Pumpkin, Unique Tamarind and Effetre Orange Punch,
Dark Amber and Butter Yellow.
Although it is only August, it is a good time to start on your Fall bead
collections. This rich combination of hues will create a sophisication to both
casual and business jewelry
Fairy Jewels
This set is NOW SOLDThis spectacular set of 12 beads were created with a base of
CiM Simply Berry. Fairy Jewel droplets of Double Helix Psyche glass was added,
reduced to metallic shine and then encased to create the colourful
droplets of colour of the silver infused glass.
Encased bubbles, scrolls and dots create this collection of Fairy jewels for you!
Botanical Raku
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Botanical Series#1
This Olde English inspired set of 18 beads were created with a centre of honey coloured transparent encased with Dark Ivory opaque glass. Raku rods was used to create handpulled microthin stringers that were used to create the botanical scrolls on the surface of each flat tab and round bead in this set.
Botanical Series#1
This Olde English inspired set of 18 beads were created with a centre of honey coloured transparent encased with Dark Ivory opaque glass. Raku rods was used to create handpulled microthin stringers that were used to create the botanical scrolls on the surface of each flat tab and round bead in this set.
The Purple Knight This Set is now SOLD
This set of 16 beads were created with a base of CiM's Grape Ape.
This background create a rich and regal base for the Double Helix Psyche Shards that have been carefully placed on each bead to create a mystical armour like look.
Each Psyche shard was gently reduced in the flame to bring out a metallic hue and the glitter shine of Psyche silver glass!
This set of 16 beads were created with a base of CiM's Grape Ape.
This background create a rich and regal base for the Double Helix Psyche Shards that have been carefully placed on each bead to create a mystical armour like look.
Each Psyche shard was gently reduced in the flame to bring out a metallic hue and the glitter shine of Psyche silver glass!
Til next post,
Smiles,
Darlene
Pendragonfyre Designs
A few new beads from my time off from the dayjob... It was great to spent more time at the torch this week.
I am working on a new style of beads based on a technique I learned from a fellow lampworker. These beads are currently in the kiln and will be posted on ebay this coming Wednesday.
Based on the popularity of my Tiara series, these new beads will start a new series of historical inspired botanical scrolled beads... I am SO Excited!!
Some of the sets are currently on e-Bay and the others are being posted later this evening.
Venetian Mosaics
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CiM's Canyon de Chelly rolled in 99% pure silver foil and Double Helix's silver infused Terranova frit. The frit was struck in the flame to create the almost mosaic like surface.
This Set is now SOLD
CiM's Canyon de Chelly rolled in 99% pure silver foil and Double Helix's silver infused Terranova frit. The frit was struck in the flame to create the almost mosaic like surface.
The Amber Room Tiara
Tiara Series #12
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Effetre's Medium Topaz and Double Helix Aurae scrolls.
This set includes the 5mm genuine semi-precious Sunstones.
Tiara Series #12
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Effetre's Medium Topaz and Double Helix Aurae scrolls.
This set includes the 5mm genuine semi-precious Sunstones.
Forest Dewdrops
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Vetrofond's Lichen with dewdroplets of Double Helix silver glasses, including Psyche, Nyx, Gaia, Terranova and Triton. Some dots of Silvered Ivory Stringer are also included on some beads to create a set both shimmering as well as organic and natural.
English Country Club
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Effetre Wine Red and ASK's Silver Cinnamon swirls that were reduced over a base of CiM's Desert Pink. The reduction fumed the base to a earthy pink rose.
Sunken TreasureThis Set is now SOLD
Effetre's Dark Emerald green transparent glass as the base with Double Helix Triton used to create uniquely unexpected details under the clear encased surface.
As the Triton is reduced and restruck in the flame, the designs are formed and captured under an encasement of crystal clear glass.
Til next time!
Smiles,
D.
Boy, it is hot!!
Posted in Aion, Aurae, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, Raku, shard, silver glass, Vetrofond
It has been so humid lately that it makes my time in front of my torch similar to a sauna.
I have been busy at my IT Admin day job preparing for my upcoming vacation week, but I do have a few photos of beads to share. A few sets have already been posted and sold on e-bay, but enjoy the photos anyway!
Have a great week!
D.
CiM Elphaba Unique 2 and Double Helix Aurae
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I have been busy at my IT Admin day job preparing for my upcoming vacation week, but I do have a few photos of beads to share. A few sets have already been posted and sold on e-bay, but enjoy the photos anyway!
Have a great week!
D.
CiM Elphaba Unique 2 and Double Helix Aurae
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Effetre Ink Blue -Violet Odd and Double Helix Aion
Encased in Clear and decorated with Aurae
This Set is now SOLD
Vetrofond Odd- Jupiter Base with Raku Shards
This Set is now SOLD
Big Hole Beads for Haley's BHB Exchange on Lampwork Etc!
CiM's Blush with Double Helix Aurae
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Silver Glass beads for SE5 Exchange and SE5 book on Lampwork Etc!
Big Hole Bead
CiM Elphaba Unique 2 and Double Helix Aurae
Here are a few new sets fresh from the kiln! These sets are currently posted on E-Bay.
Til next time,
Smiles,
D
CiM Blush with Double Helix Aurae
These are new focal beads that will be posted later this evening on Artfire.
Lots of silver infused glass in these focals, along with a Raku encased bead.
Well my vacation to my torch ended on Sunday, so Monday morning I was back at the computer working on my IT dayjob duties.
The week away from the office was refreshing, unfortunately, it rained all week and now it feels like September outside here in New Brunswick. I am hoping it warms up by this coming Saturday as my daughter is very excited waiting for the Paul McCartney concert in Halifax. She has been a big fan for so many years!
I wanted to share the other bead set photos just recently closed and sold on ebay.
Enjoy and have a good week!
Smiles,
D
Ode to Psyche
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CiM Black Currant Unique, Effetre Opal Yellow and Double Helix Psyche
This set is now SOLD
CiM Black Currant Unique, Effetre Opal Yellow and Double Helix Psyche
The Tudor King
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CiM Pumpkin Unique 1, Effetre Wine Red, Avocado & handpulled Dark Ivory Silver Stringers
Middle Earth Raku
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CiM Pumpkin-Unique 1, Effetre Wine Red, Lichen and Raku Shards
New Bead Sets !
Posted in Aurae, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, frit, silver foil, silver glass, silver wire
I am enjoying some time off this week from the day job... they call it "vacation".... but in reality, I call it extra time to torch and make beads!...
Here are the latest sets to be posted today on e-bay, as well as one set that will be reserved for a future ebay posting.
Til later in the week!
Smiles,
Darlene
Caramelized Sugar
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Effetre glass , 99% pure Silver Foil and Glass Diversions Hawaiian Sunset Frit
Silver Peacock Mosaic
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CiM Peacock Green glass, 99% Silver Foil,
Silver Wire & Glass Diversions Peacock Frit
This set, named Spanish Queen, is now posted on Ebay!
Spanish Queen - Tiara Series #10
CiM Glass - Sangre & Double Helix Aurae
Spanish Queen - Tiara Series #10
CiM Glass - Sangre & Double Helix Aurae
A Rainy Monday - An Excuse To....
Posted in CiM, Copper Ruby, Double Helix, frit, Gaia, Psyche, silver glass
A rainy start to my vacation from my IT dayjob.... but I am HAPPY!... as it gives me an excuse to work at the torch. My husband is enjoying the sleeping in as his list of chores outside for this week needs sun.
Here are some recent beads just posted to e-bay, with more expected to get posted mid week.
Off to the torch!
Smiles,
D.
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New Beads for This Week!
Posted in Aion, Aurae, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, frit, Psyche, Raku, silver foil, silver glass, silver wire, Triton, Vetrofond
No time to write, but wanted to share the latest bead set photos!
Starting vacation from the daytime job on Friday, so there will be lots to show next week.
Until then, enjoy the photos!
D.
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A test bead for the Cantebury Tales set
Coming soon to Artfire
The set below is now SOLD
A test bead for the Cantebury Tales set
Coming soon to Artfire
I love 4 day weekends!.... Occasionally, my day job gets crazy and as a result, we have overtime hours that we save and take later in the year when things are a little slower. This past weekend was one of those times.
I was able to spend some time at the torch as well as enjoy some down time to relax. Below are a few new sets that were finished by Sunday. Today, we are installing new counters and cupboards along 2 walls of my studio. Yeah!... as I desperately need storage space. As I not only create lampwork beads, I also create signature jewelry from wire wrapping and chainmaille.
I am excited to get everything organized and set up my workstations so that I am not constantly packing up one box in order to open another one.
Fingers crossed all will be done for phase 1, by next weekend. From there, we will look at where else we can add storage space on the other 2 walls.
Here are the newest beads!
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First the set as a whole: Set Below is Now Sold
Now close-ups of each bead!
These are silver infused glass, Double Helix' Aion swirled over Medium Purple transparent Base.
The popular Lt Turquoise, Lt Ivory and Coral - The set below is now SOLD
The popular Lt Turquoise, Lt Ivory and Coral - The set below is now SOLD
Nyx silver glass over Kryptonite with a sprinkle of frit.Set Below is Now Sold
Warm Sun and New Beads!
Posted in ASK 104, Aurae, CiM, Double Helix, Effetre, Nyx, Raku, silver foil, silver glass, silver wire, SIS, Triton
So much of my month of May was spent away from home, and of course away from the torch. As a result, getting back to my torch was almost like starting over again. It is interesting that a break, of as little as a week, makes a huge difference in lampworking.
In the time from April to June, the weather has warmed, the air is warmer, resulting in the glass melting differently, the kiln staying warmer longer. All of the "science" around striking and reducing silver glasses and just the basics can be challenging for the "weekend torcher".So I have decided to go back to the basics, get some new colour combinations, and restart my creative process. On my trip, I picked up some amazing new glass rods, with fun names like Kryptonite, Smoke Rings, Grape Ape and Sangre.. So over the next month you will see new sets with colour and lots of colour!
Here are a few from the last week, currently or very shortly on E-Bay!
Have a great week! Enjoy the Sun!
D.
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Have a great week! Enjoy the Sun!
D.
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