Just finished making this necklace with a resin coated cabochon which I made from a copy of my enamel plate Ethan shown in the last post. I feel like I've cloned him, LOL. The original enamel piece was wire wrapped and submitted in a showcase, together with works from a few other members in our lapidary club, to the competition at the annual exhibition of the NSW Lapidary Council (GEMKHANA). I'm happy to say that our club has won first place again this year, and we actually received a perfect score of 100/100 from the judges. We're all so excited! I've made a few more cabs in different sizes so I can play with different ways of beading him up. Please click on the photos if you like a larger view.PS. Just want to add that Little Ethan has found a lovely new home in America. I made him as a surprise gift to my dear friend Bev, to thank her for the friendship, kindness and support she's shown me. I can now say it as she has received it. I'm so pleased you love him, Bev! :)
Hello!You really do amazing masterpieces!I've assigned a virtual prize for you feel free to pick it up!Have a nice Sunday!
ReplyDeleteThank you for both the comments and award, Bead A Sky. I've had a quick visit to your site, and you do some beautiful work too. Will pick up the award a little later. Thanks again! :)
ReplyDeleteCaroline buddy, little E looks more adorable each time I see him. I have blogged about all of you at: http://www.clearlychosen.com/gallery/00259-brooch-sunshine#carolinefung as well as at: http://helena-asmus-lim.blogspot.com/2010/10/mnis-and-little-ethan.html
ReplyDeleteYou are a Genius!
Ah, thanks Hel-buddy, you're too kind with your complements and make me blush! :) It's great seeing the photo of the three of them together, so cute! I'm glad Ethan has the opportunity to accompany Mr MNIS to America - He'll no doubt be a perfect role model for little Ethan, and can teach him how to fly when he grows a little older!
ReplyDeleteOh My How I LOVE this little guy!!! He is so special. I am so happy to be able to show him off this Thanksgiving and Christmas to my whole family. He has been instructed tho' to fly home to his Mum along with his friends when he grows up some more. He knows I love him and he sits right over my heart. I touch him a lot, so he knows how much I will care for him. Sending you both my big hugs and lots of love. Bev
ReplyDeleteDear Bev, I'm so pleased that Ethan is with you and that you love him so much. He's very excited to be meeting your family and really looks forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas. It's a real honour to him that you choose to wear him on such special occasions. Have a lovely day, sweet lady. :)
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