Well, as the Bead & Button Show is well on its way and the winners of Bead Dreams 2010 have been announced, I guess I can now post pictures of my entry "Madam Rose", which has been accepted as a finalist in the wirework category of this year's competition. I made the enamel pendant last year, and the story behind the piece was posted in my blog a little while back (see post 3rd August 2009). It took me several months to collect all the stones and beads, and another couple of months to assemble the piece. The necklace was constructed with wire wrapping techniques using sterling silver wire, patinaed with liver of sulphur then polished again. It didn't receive a ribbon in the competition, but I'm happy to have got through as a finalist and had the opportunity to have the piece exhibited at the Bead & Button Show. Just wish I could be there! Please click on the pictures if you'd like a larger view.
This is an amazing piece Caroline. Regardless of who won, you created a work of art that you should definitely be proud of. I for one, give you a blue ribbon. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comments, bellajoya, much appreciated. Must admit I was a little disappointed that I didn't place, but then I sort of expected that anyway. I know how fierce this competition has always been, and I'm sure the winning entries are out of this world! Can't wait to see some pictures of them!
ReplyDeleteCaroline, your piece is extraordinary. It's breath taking. I wish I were a princess or something and would have made you my personal jeweler. Congratulation.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Anna. I'm glad you like this piece, and I'm really flattered by your lovely comments! :)
ReplyDeleteSuch patience! Extraordinary piece Caroline. Just found your blog.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your lovely comment, Sylvia. Yes this piece did test my patience. I wanted to throw it away several times during the process, LOL.
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ReplyDeleteCongratulates participate in the contest and take a seat, it's very much to be recognized for your talent, your works are beautiful and it is important, I wish you every success!!!
Thanks Wanda-Maria. I had a look at your blog and really love your creations and style. You're very talented!
ReplyDeleteExquisite Caroline....and to be a FINALIST in the wirework category of the BEAD DREAMS competition is a fabulous achievement.Well done my friend :))
ReplyDeleteThanks Mel buddy. Yes I was very pleased to have the opportunity to exhibit my piece at the B&B Show. Hopefully I'll get to visit the show one day! Will definitely enter the competition again in future. Thanks again. :)
ReplyDeleteyour works are beautiful !
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Thank you so much, coco006, for your lovely comments. Much appreciated. :)
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