Friday, December 29

A few more sets to end 2023!

Hey, I want to show you some beads I made with a CiM - Creation Is Messy neutral opaque glass that came in the 2023 CiM Seconds bundle. I added some Glass Diversion frits to spice them up.

The first one, with Glass Diversions Sunglow frit.



The set below is the same base glass with Glass Diversions Orange Blossom frit. I don't see this frit on the website anymore, so it may no longer be available.




I find that the reaction of each of the frit is similar and I will have to test them again with another base glass to see if they create the same "autumn" hues.

I do like that these beads are bright and colorful in the midst of a gloomy winter day! 

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Wednesday, December 27

New Tumble Etched Dragonscale Bead Sets

Hello, bead lovers! Today I want to share with you some of my favorite dragon-inspired beads. I have always loved dragons and their magical abilities, so I created these beads to reflect their beauty and mystery.

These beads are made with a special technique that gives them a textured and matte surface, like the scales of a dragon. They come in different colors and shapes, and each one has its own personality. I think they are perfect for making unique and whimsical jewelry pieces.
Do you like dragons too? 
What do you think of these beads? 
Let me know in the comments below!

The first set of beads is based on the idea of a green dragon with golden scales. 
I used Effetre Army Green opaque glass as the base and applied 99% fine silver foil on top.
Then I sprinkled some Val Cox Purple Rose frit over the silver and melted it all together. 


The result is stunning: the silver foil creates a shiny contrast with the green glass and the purple frit adds some depth and texture. The beads look like they have tiny golden scales that sparkle in the light. The spacers are pure Effetre Army Green glass.


The second set of beads is inspired by a pink dragon with metallic accents. I started with Moretti Tongue Pink opaque glass as the base and wrapped it with 99% fine silver foil. 


Then I added some rare Val Cox Purple Rose frit on top and melted it in. The effect is amazing: the silver foil forms a metallic layer around the pink glass and the purple frit creates a pattern of "dragon scales". 


The beads look like they have a delicate golden coating that reflects the light. 
The spacers are pure Moretti Tongue Pink.


I hope you like these dragon-inspired beads as much as I do. I'm sure Nortel has the best selection of glass for your projects. Jean & Jennifer will be very happy to have you as a new or returning customer!

Thank you for reading and stay tuned for more Pendragonfyre Tales adventures!

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Tuesday, December 26

Tumble Etched Glass Frit beads - 2 new sets!

Happy Holidays!
It has been an eventful few days but I wanted to drop a quick post to share a few new bead sets that will be going up on Etsy as of Jan 2nd.
Each of these sets are tumble etched to a tactile smooth finish.

This set of beads starts with a core of Effetre White opaque glass with an encasement of the clear transparent glass. A sprinkling of my Glass Diversions Spring Violet frit blend creates the amazing patterning of colors. 


This set of beads starts with a core of Effetre White opaque glass with an encasement of the clear transparent glass. A sprinkling of my Glass Diversions Peruvian Violet frit blend creates a patterning of colors that is soft and romantic.



Til next time!

D.

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