So beautiful!! And you are so thorough for us newbies! We truly need it. Thank you Wendy. Be careful with that bamboo. It really does take over. My ex decided to plant it also as privacy fence also for our pool and it took over everything. He had it around the house also, and it got underneath our house. It actually can wrap around your piping. It actually came right up through the driveway and cracked the driveway. It is very invasive. It will go right through those potters that you have it in, if it takes off. It is pretty, but it grows like wildfire.💜
I ABSOLUTELY love all the work you do and the styles you create. Wendy, I watch other utube create items from the monthly bead box bargains and I got to tell you, your creations are the BEST! So, I'm coming to you for inspiration and creation so thankyou! THANKS FOR SHARING WITH ALL OF US!
As an advanced beader I can say that I'm always looking for inspiration and new ideas. As most of us who've been doing this for a while, we have the techniques down, but the example you make gives me, for certain, and probably a lot of others, lots of ideas how to modify your idea and make it our own. That's priceless in my book. Thanks for putting yourself out there. As to those Xuron cutters, I think their strength lies in the strength of their sharp little tips. But also remember that if you're cutting something that doesn't require the precision tip, cut further back on the blades, nearer to the jaw. If it's not a precision tight-space cut, then use the back end of the blades (which has to do with the strength of the fulcrum or something I think, but don't hold me to that). Does that make sense? Just like if you're cutting something heavy with a pair of scissors, you wouldn't just use the tip, you'd cram that sucker as far up into the jaw of the scissors as possible. What I know about physics wouldn't fill a thimble, so this is one of those things that I just accept as a fact without all the fine details as to why it works. As to the bamboo, yes it is incredibly invasive, grows incredibly fast, and will grow well beyond where you want it to, so containing its ability to spread is crucial. But yes, it does also make a very efficient and beautiful screen. The best way to get a cutting (a stalk with no roots) to take hold is to cut it just below a node (those ridges across the stem) then planting it a few inches deep. A shorter cutting will take root much faster than a really tall one, as the taller plant is putting its energy into keeping its body alive at the expense of growing roots. Shorter cuttings will actually grow taller faster than a taller cutting (really, you can hear it growing -- no kidding, in the right conditions it can grow 3 FEET PER DAY -- though, of course, this refers to an already rooted-in plant). I was a horticulture major in my former life, so I'm not just blowing hot air. Also, this is not the optimum time of year to be planting bamboo cuttings outside, as they prefer the soil to be warmer when forming/growing roots, like most grasses (yes, it's a grass -- freaky, right?). You might be more successful growing the cuttings in large pots, keeping them "warmish" in the winter, like even in an unheated garage, if they'll get some natural light (or a greenhouse if you're lucky enough to have one), or a sunny window in your house. Okay, lessons over. These earrings are truly beautiful. I love your combination of crystals and chains, and those chandelier findings are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing!
I love chandelier earrings, I like the way they look and sparkle! Yours are VERY pretty!!! I usually use hooks never really think about using posts. You have inspired me!
These are gorgeous!!! I love your creative style and talent. I am going thru a major block right now. I wouldn't have thought to put pointy backs on there!! 😁
Wendy, where do you want me to send your tassels. I am also sending my Aunts and a couple more to boot!! They aren't going anywhere but to you so whenever. They are YOUR tassels! lol Barbi jo
Hi Barb, you can send them to my business address. It is 7208 Bailey Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28314. Thanks so much! Is there something I can send you in return?
@@thisbeadedlife no . these are a gift for you....i watch and enjoy your love of tassels and jewelry.... I do like your tassels with beads and chain ...very pretty! Dixon says hi to Sadie
I thought it was harder than you showed. Thank you for inspiring me. Jeri
Those turned out really nice..
So beautiful!! And you are so thorough for us newbies! We truly need it. Thank you Wendy.
Be careful with that bamboo. It really does take over. My ex decided to plant it also as privacy fence also for our pool and it took over everything. He had it around the house also, and it got underneath our house. It actually can wrap around your piping. It actually came right up through the driveway and cracked the driveway. It is very invasive. It will go right through those potters that you have it in, if it takes off. It is pretty, but it grows like wildfire.💜
We have it in planters. I hope it stays in there!!
I ABSOLUTELY love all the work you do and the styles you create. Wendy, I watch other utube create items from the monthly bead box bargains and I got to tell you, your creations are the BEST! So, I'm coming to you for inspiration and creation so thankyou! THANKS FOR SHARING WITH ALL OF US!
Thank you so much!
WonderWendy! It is a super power to be able to solve problems & design on the fly. 🙏 Thank you.
Lol thanks!!
Beautiful earrings Wendy love the flat back you added to your earrings you really have vision for the jewlery you make.
Thank you
I love neutrals. I wear a lot of black and white. That is beautiful!😊
Thank you, I wear neutrals alot too
As an advanced beader I can say that I'm always looking for inspiration and new ideas. As most of us who've been doing this for a while, we have the techniques down, but the example you make gives me, for certain, and probably a lot of others, lots of ideas how to modify your idea and make it our own. That's priceless in my book. Thanks for putting yourself out there. As to those Xuron cutters, I think their strength lies in the strength of their sharp little tips. But also remember that if you're cutting something that doesn't require the precision tip, cut further back on the blades, nearer to the jaw. If it's not a precision tight-space cut, then use the back end of the blades (which has to do with the strength of the fulcrum or something I think, but don't hold me to that). Does that make sense? Just like if you're cutting something heavy with a pair of scissors, you wouldn't just use the tip, you'd cram that sucker as far up into the jaw of the scissors as possible. What I know about physics wouldn't fill a thimble, so this is one of those things that I just accept as a fact without all the fine details as to why it works. As to the bamboo, yes it is incredibly invasive, grows incredibly fast, and will grow well beyond where you want it to, so containing its ability to spread is crucial. But yes, it does also make a very efficient and beautiful screen. The best way to get a cutting (a stalk with no roots) to take hold is to cut it just below a node (those ridges across the stem) then planting it a few inches deep. A shorter cutting will take root much faster than a really tall one, as the taller plant is putting its energy into keeping its body alive at the expense of growing roots. Shorter cuttings will actually grow taller faster than a taller cutting (really, you can hear it growing -- no kidding, in the right conditions it can grow 3 FEET PER DAY -- though, of course, this refers to an already rooted-in plant). I was a horticulture major in my former life, so I'm not just blowing hot air. Also, this is not the optimum time of year to be planting bamboo cuttings outside, as they prefer the soil to be warmer when forming/growing roots, like most grasses (yes, it's a grass -- freaky, right?). You might be more successful growing the cuttings in large pots, keeping them "warmish" in the winter, like even in an unheated garage, if they'll get some natural light (or a greenhouse if you're lucky enough to have one), or a sunny window in your house. Okay, lessons over. These earrings are truly beautiful. I love your combination of crystals and chains, and those chandelier findings are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for all the bamboo tips!!
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These are beautiful! When you added the extra crystals at the end they just popped! I'm very new at this and am so thankful for your instructions.
Thank you : )
I really like these earrings and when you added the flat backs, wow. Beautiful
Thank you!
Wendy, I love how you think of all the newbies. Beautiful earrings. Thanks stay safe😍
Thank you : )
Very classy ear rings
Love your earrings! They are so elegant! 😍
Thank you!
Wendy, Very Pretty Earrings! Thanks for sharing your designs. Great Job. Sending Hugs to you from Florida!
Thank you so much!
These r so pretty
OH MY GOSH! GORGEOUS EARRINGS! I SAVED THIS TO MY FAVORITES. I'll be making these for sure!
Thank you : ) Im glad you like them!
I love chandelier earrings, I like the way they look and sparkle! Yours are VERY pretty!!! I usually use hooks never really think about using posts. You have inspired me!
Thanks!
Sooooo beautiful 😍 Love the bling crystals you glued on the top. You will be noticed in these earrings that is for sure 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you so much 🤗
Gorgeous!!
Very elegant! 🤗
Thank you! 😊
These earrings are so gorgeous thank you for sharing 😍
Thanks for watching
Love the pair with color. This pair will be beautiful with your outfit and in the dinner lite with the crystals🤩🤩🤩💜💜
Thank you!
Also loving these earnings😻
Thank you!
These are gorgeous!!! I love your creative style and talent. I am going thru a major block right now. I wouldn't have thought to put pointy backs on there!! 😁
I've been in a bit of a slump too. I hate those times.
might want to double check on the bamboo.. think it is considered invasive in some places
Beautiful!
Thank you!
Please take a picture of your new Bamboo plants I would love to see it, I’m from Colorado Springs, Co.
I will if it lives! LOL
Beautiful.
Thank you!
Wendy these earrings are so beautiful
Thank you!
Beautiful!!!
Thank you!!
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Welcome!
Love your work new beaded here😍
Thank you!
You need a bullseye on the side of your work table for your flying wire😃😃😃😃
I know, I actually have a shelf there that catches it all lol
Wendy, where do you want me to send your tassels. I am also sending my Aunts and a couple more to boot!! They aren't going anywhere but to you so whenever. They are YOUR tassels! lol Barbi jo
Hi Barb, you can send them to my business address. It is 7208 Bailey Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28314. Thanks so much! Is there something I can send you in return?
@@thisbeadedlife no . these are a gift for you....i watch and enjoy your love of tassels and jewelry.... I do like your tassels with beads and chain ...very pretty! Dixon says hi to Sadie