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  • Shell bracelet & Earring

    10:04 PM PST, 7/31/2010

    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

     Shell, Cherry Quartz, Coral, Mother of Pearl & Swarovski Crystal

    Stretch Bracelet & Earring Set

    Bracelet = 6.5"  unstretched. This will fit up to a 7.5" wrist without showing the elastic. 1 3/4" wide and beautiful!!! I can not resize this bracelet

    Earrings = 2.5" drop on surgical steel lever backs

    This bracelet is made with tumbled sections of Mother of Pearl shells that are peachy pink and very comfortable to wear!

    The earrings: On a section of chain I wired Cherry Quartz 8mm rounds, 4mm Round Coral, 8mm Crystal Rondelles, 6 to 9mm Mother of Pearl wafers and Swarovski's beautiful "Indian Pink" bicone crystals that reflect pink to peach, a lovely match to the very cool bracelet!

    Shells are all the rave this year and this is so cool against your skin!


    Estimate sizes are shown inside of the photos: 25mm = 1"

    This bracelet is strung on heavy duty elastic cording. I did not make it but I believe it to be durable
    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~
    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

    ~~~

    You don't have to read all the boring legal words below. There are no hidden meanings in my listings, no words to seek out and find to read between the lines. The disclaimers below is simply to cover myself for just in case; like the one that thought she would get one key chain for each photo.

    A word about Bali, Tibetan, German silver and/or gold. I love these type of metals as they do not peel, tarnish or loose their original beauty. They are not required by law to disclose their gold or silver content therefor you will not find a stamping like .925 silver or 14kt gold on the beads, charm holders, clasps, etc.

    Yes, I did put in quite a few photos, this is so you can make an informed decision to buy this piece for yourself or a deserving friend.

    A crimp bead cover is a split bead that folds down and around the crimp. It does leave an unavoidable seam that is barely noticeable. I mention this because after a time consuming struggle a fellow beading ebayer has lost her store because one buyer thought this crimp cover was a broken or plastic bead and left a Negative before even asking the seller about it! Small stores are greatly effected by one N feedback.

    If there is a coin in the photos, it is for size comparison only and does not come with the listed item.

    Kathy's Extended Warranty is for your security and free! If your item breaks, which it won't but if it does, I will repair it for free! I even pay for all postage! It won't break, but if it does, simply email me so I can send you a SASE to return the beads to me and I will repair it. Please tie off your item so as to keep as many of the beads on the strand as possible so I can recreate the same pattern. It won't break. I have not been abused or used yet because my items don't break; therefore I have not set a time duration to this policy. Within reason, I guess...

    Also, please, realize just how powerful your feedback is and that ONE negative AND even a NEUTRAL can and DOES shut down small sellers. One N feedback can cause us to loose our rights to be added to ebays search engines, thus no one can find our listings!) Feedback can have very detrimental consquenses, please know what your opinion is very powerful so please consider how human sellers are.

    DID YOU KNOW? Neutral and Negative feedbacks have the same consequences for a seller therefore any N feedback will shut down a small seller like me. Please, contact me if you are unhappy and give me the chance to make you happy and satisfied. If something has gone wrong, it was completely accidental. I promise to NEVER lie, cheat or steal from you.

    And, a little info about the 5 star rating program in Ebay regarding stars for sellers. A seller is removed if they average 4.2 stars and charged more for 4.8 or less.  4 is not a B as in a report card, it is a D and F.  We HAVE to receive 5 of 5 stars each and every time. I strive for perfection, not only for these ratings but because you deserve such service. What is worse is that 2 of the 4 of the stars your seller has no control over and yet we are graded as if we do. We should not be held responsible for how long it takes for delivery but for how SOON WE ACTUALLY SHIPPED IT and for the quality of the packaging. I ship within 24 hours Monday through Friday. I list it as 2 days to protect myself for in case I can't.

    Also, these little stars also determine how much your seller pays in fees so please help keep prices and fees down by contacting the seller if there is a problem to resolve and leave appropriate feedback and star ratings after the problem is rectified.

    FOR SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS and Kathy's incredible SALES Sign up for my email newsletters I will not distribute your email or any of your information without your permission

    Visit My eBay Store for the complete fashion statement to displaying your ID Badges

    I am a little proud, I have over 2700 all 100% positive feedback for SALES. I am so thankful for my sweet customers and to have eBay to sell my beaded beauties! What a great marketplace eBay is!

    Come view my feedback! I am tickled as it takes some work to keep some buyers on the happier side of life especially in this economy!

    View My Feedback

    Thank you for "window" shopping @ Kathy's Beaded Blessings!

    Thank you to you Mac shoppers too! :)

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Many Blessings. Kathy

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Please go to the contact seller link to ask questions or to just to say hi, as my direct email account through AOL is not working properly and is blocking many emails.

  • dichroic plum lampwork crystal bracelet and earrings

    1:02 PM PST, 7/31/2010

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    White Agate Angel KeyChain~Enamel Heart & Flower Charms~Cross~HOPE Ribbon~Golds

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

     Plum Lampwork with Dichroic Puddles,

    Plum, Pink & Golden Crystals

    Breast Cancer Awareness

    7.5" Bracelet & 1.5" Dangle Earrings

    with Pretty Heart Toggle

    Bracelet = 7.5", I can re-size it for you

    Earrings = 1.5" drop on surgical steel lever backs

    The gorgeous lampwork... this 22mm flat square bead has swirls from white to deep dark plum with glitters of plum, golds, blues and pinks. It has puddles of Dichroic goo which is a fine art of melting the glass to just the right temperature so it doesn't burn but swirls so you can look down into it to see it's crazy cool glow! And tiny Millefiori white flowers too are laid inside this smooth, high polish beauty! Playing on the colors of the bead I used bright gold plated crystals, dark plum and brilliant pink crystals. You have a Bali golden heart toggle clasp that has little flowers & foliage!

    The earrings are a double tiered style dangle with a 12mm crystal on top and an 8mm crystal on the lower tier. They wiggle and sparkle beautifully at 1.5", the perfect length to bring additional sparkle and attention to your lovely smile!

    Throughout this set I used Bali gold spacer beads and fancy ornate beadcaps.


    Estimate sizes are shown inside of the photos: 25mm = 1"

    My bracelets are strung on .024mm, thick jewelers wire which is very strong and flexible. It is coated so it will not snag or rust! very strong!  I have used a gold plated, round scrimp bead with a tiny screw for a nice professional look!
    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~
    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

    ~~~

    You don't have to read all the boring legal words below. There are no hidden meanings in my listings, no words to seek out and find to read between the lines. The disclaimers below is simply to cover myself for just in case; like the one that thought she would get one key chain for each photo.

    A word about Bali, Tibetan, German silver and/or gold. I love these type of metals as they do not peel, tarnish or loose their original beauty. They are not required by law to disclose their gold or silver content therefor you will not find a stamping like .925 silver or 14kt gold on the beads, charm holders, clasps, etc.

    Yes, I did put in quite a few photos, this is so you can make an informed decision to buy this piece for yourself or a deserving friend.

    There are 2 styles of crimp bead covers, one is a split bead that folds down and around the crimp. It does leave an unavoidable seam that is barely noticeable. I mention this because after a time consuming struggle a fellow beading ebayer has lost her store because one buyer thought this crimp cover was a broken or plastic bead and left a Negative before even asking the seller about it! Small stores are greatly effected by one N feedback.

    The other style; a scrimp is used in this set, it is a little round plated ball with a very tiny screw that pinches down on the wires. This works beautifully and no seams, just a tiny screw head! I have glued the threads so it will not back out, but after a few years, you may want to check the screws. A typical straight head, small size screw driver will work; like you would use on your eyeglasses. One gal said she has used these on over 6000 pieces and not had a problem with any!

    If there is a coin in the photos, it is for size comparison only and does not come with the listed item.

    Kathy's Extended Warranty is for your security and free! If your item breaks, which it won't but if it does, I will repair it for free! I even pay for all postage! It won't break, but if it does, simply email me so I can send you a SASE to return the beads to me and I will repair it. Please tie off your item so as to keep as many of the beads on the strand as possible so I can recreate the same pattern. It won't break. I have not been abused or used yet because my items don't break; therefore I have not set a time duration to this policy. Within reason, I guess...

    Also, please, realize just how powerful your feedback is and that ONE negative AND even a NEUTRAL can and DOES shut down small sellers. One N feedback can cause us to loose our rights to be added to ebays search engines, thus no one can find our listings!) Feedback can have very detrimental consquenses, please know what your opinion is very powerful so please consider how human sellers are.

    DID YOU KNOW? Neutral and Negative feedbacks have the same consequences for a seller therefore any N feedback will shut down a small seller like me. Please, contact me if you are unhappy and give me the chance to make you happy and satisfied. If something has gone wrong, it was completely accidental. I promise to NEVER lie, cheat or steal from you.

    And, a little info about the 5 star rating program in Ebay regarding stars for sellers. A seller is removed if they average 4.2 stars and charged more for 4.8 or less.  4 is not a B as in a report card, it is a D and F.  We HAVE to receive 5 of 5 stars each and every time. I strive for perfection, not only for these ratings but because you deserve such service. What is worse is that 2 of the 4 of the stars your seller has no control over and yet we are graded as if we do. We should not be held responsible for how long it takes for delivery but for how SOON WE ACTUALLY SHIPPED IT and for the quality of the packaging. I ship within 24 hours Monday through Friday. I list it as 2 days to protect myself for in case I can't.

    Did I tell you how much I LOVE my customers?!!! I do! Every day I receive the sweetest emails, the nicest, most sincere prayers & encouraging notes! Some even send thoughtful gifts. One sent a pillow! Another send a "I love to bead" charm, another sent pain relief ointment, one a beading book and many have sent little angels! My cup isn't half empty nor is it half full; it has most certainly runneth over! I am one blessed and lucky lady. THANK YOU oh so much!

    FOR SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS and Kathy's incredible SALES Sign up for my email newsletters I will not distribute your email or any of your information without your permission

    Visit My eBay Store for the complete fashion statement to displaying your ID Badges

    I am a little proud, I have over 2700 all 100% positive feedback for SALES. I am so thankful for my sweet customers and to have eBay to sell my beaded beauties! What a great marketplace eBay is!

    Come view my feedback! I am tickled as it takes some work to keep some buyers on the happier side of life especially in this economy!

    View My Feedback

    Thank you for "window" shopping @ Kathy's Beaded Blessings!

    Thank you to you Mac shoppers too! :)

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Many Blessings. Kathy

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Please go to the contact seller link to ask questions or to just to say hi, as my direct email account through AOL is not working properly and is blocking many emails.

  • faceted turquoise, pink turq, flower pillow beaded lanyard

    5:03 PM PST, 7/28/2010

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    Turquoise Swarovski AB Purple Splash Cube & Bicone Crystal~Eyeglass Chain~30.5"

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry


    Faceted Blue Turquoise, Pillow Beads, Pink Turquoise Nuggets, Purple Jades

    ID Badge Lanyard and/or Necklace

    40" from toggle clasp to lanyard clip or 20" drape, sure I can shorten it for you at no charge!

    Chunky & Medium heavy weight ~~~ ONE AND ONLY

    This lanyard is made with very nice Faceted Turquoise flat ovals that have very little brown matrix, Pink Turquoise nuggets which I believe are dyed, Lavender and Pink Jades, Swarovski AB purple crystals, Purple Jades and delicious hand crafted Floral Pillow beads with coordinating dark colors for a colorful, rich piece that should work all year long. A little warning, because of the amount of gemstones in this strand, this is a little heavier than most lanyards.

    Throughout this strand I used Bali golden spacer beads, beadcaps, ringed bail with a Hook N Eye Clasp.

    There is nothing cheap about this piece & you can wear it proudly with assurance that it will not fall apart!

    This piece is finished off all the way around your neck with 4mm Purple Jade rounds.

    Wouldn't earrings and/or a bracelet to match this be just too much fun!

    Estimate sizes are shown inside the photos: 25mm = 1"

    My lanyards are crimped 4 times for added security and the unsightly crimps are covered.A crimp cover is a split bead that I fold down around the crimp and pinch it together, leaving a barely noticeable but unavoidable seam. This is not a broken or cheap bead. They are either gold plated or silver plated, depending on the metal used in your piece.

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    My lanyards are strung on heavy duty, thick yet flexible 29 strand cable wire that is coated so it will not rust, break or snag your clothing! It won't break but if it does, but it won't, you are covered with KATHY'S EXTENDED KINDNESS WARRANTY! Don't fret, my items don't break.

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

     

  • blue pink turquoise, jade lanyard

    4:49 PM PST, 7/28/2010

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    Charcoal~Gun Metal~Silver Crystal Cluster Cocktail Ring~Czech Crystals~Any Size

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry


    Pink  & Blue Turquoise, Lavender, Dark Blue & Pink Jade, BlueBerry Quartz

    ID Badge Lanyard and/or Necklace

    with fancy heart claw clip

    38" from toggle clasp to lanyard clip or 19" drape

    Chunky & Medium weight ~~~ ONE AND ONLY

    This lanyard is made with gemstones in deep dark tones from 4mm small BlueBerry jades, to 6mm Pink & Lavender Jades, 8mm Blue Berry Quartz, 10mm Lavender Jade, varied sizes of Dark Blue Turquoise Discs to big Pink Turquoise Nuggets. I believe the pink Turquoise has been dyed but I didn't want to smash one up to find out for sure, no matter what, it is very pretty and didn't wash off with cleanser. There is also Mother of Pearl nuggets in deep dark purple. I hope you love the rich colors in this piece, it should work for all 4 seasons!

    Throughout this strand I used silver plated spacer beads, Bali silver beadcaps, floral bail and round toggle clasp. Check out your pretty lobster claw clip with the heart detail for your ID badges, whistles, watches, etc.

    There is nothing cheap about this piece & you can wear it proudly with assurance that it will not fall apart!

    This piece is finished off all the way around your neck with 4mm Blue Berry Jade rounds and has a round toggle clasp for easy on - easy off.

    Wouldn't earrings and/or a bracelet to match this be just too much fun!

    Estimate sizes: 25mm = 1"

    My lanyards are crimped 4 times for added security and the unsightly crimps are covered.A crimp cover is a split bead that I fold down around the crimp and pinch it together, leaving a barely noticeable but unavoidable seam. This is not a broken or cheap bead. They are either gold plated or silver plated, depending on the metal used in your piece.

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    My lanyards are strung on heavy duty, thick yet flexible 29 strand cable wire that is coated so it will not rust, break or snag your clothing! It won't break but if it does, but it won't, you are covered with KATHY'S EXTENDED KINDNESS WARRANTY! Don't fret, my items don't break.

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

     

  • Fuchsia, Tulip & Hummingbird Garden, Lanyard

    11:18 AM PST, 7/27/2010

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    White Agate Angel KeyChain~Enamel Heart & Flower Charms~Cross~HOPE Ribbon~Golds

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

    "Fuchsia & Tulip Garden"

    Jewel Tones

    Pink Jade, Mother of Pearl, Purple Glass Beads

    ID Badge Lanyard and/or Necklace

    with Hummingbird & Flower Charms

    38" from toggle clasp to lanyard clip or 19" drape

    Chunky & LIGHT weight ~~~ ONE AND ONLY

    This lanyard is made with hand crafted Multi-Colored Flower Pillow Beads, Long Slender Dark Pink Mother of Pearls, Genuine Pink Jade, Turquoise Blue Mother of Pearl Chips, Amethyst & Rose Swarovski Crystals, Purple Glass Pearls, Pink, White & Purple Glass & Lucite Flower Parts.

    The flowers are made with 2 mediums, glass and lucite with Swarovski crystal centers. Typically I don't use lucite or plastic but these are just too pretty and try as I might, I couldn't find the same thing in glass. I am fairly certain that they are very durable.

    Throughout this strand I used gold plated spacer beads, Bali gold beadcaps, big flower bail, flower & hummingbird charms and flower toggle clasp. After the photos I added a large lobster claw style clip so it is easy to clip onto your ID badges, whistles, watches, etc.

    There is nothing cheap about this piece & you can wear it proudly with assurance that it will not fall apart!

    This piece is finished off all the way around your neck with 8mm purple glass pearls and has a beautiful flower toggle clasp for easy on - easy off.

    Wouldn't earrings and/or a bracelet to match this be just too much fun!

    Estimate sizes: 25mm = 1"

    • Pink Jade: 8 rounds
    • Lavender Jade: 6mm round, dangling under hummingbird charm
    • Mother of Pearl: 30 x 10 x 5mm thick slender flat ovals
    • Glass Pearls: 8mm round
    • Glass tulips: made with: 12 and 8mm bell flowers, glass leaves & Swarovski crystal center. 
    • Lucite Fuchsia flowers: layered 20mm to 9mm petals with Swarovski crystal center
    • Mother of Pearl Chips: 6 to 10mm
    • Bali golds: 20 x 30mm flower bail, 22mm flower toggle clasp, 8mm bead caps and lobster claw clip
    • Gold plated: 5mm saucers & 6mm crimp bead covers

    My lanyards are crimped 4 times for added security and the unsightly crimps are covered.A crimp cover is a split bead that I fold down around the crimp and pinch it together, leaving a barely noticeable but unavoidable seam. This is not a broken or cheap bead. They are either gold plated or silver plated, depending on the metal used in your piece.

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    My lanyards are strung on heavy duty, thick yet flexible 29 strand cable wire that is coated so it will not rust, break or snag your clothing! It won't break but if it does, but it won't, you are covered with KATHY'S EXTENDED KINDNESS WARRANTY! Don't fret, my items don't break.

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

     

  • purple glass pearls, lavender jade, ivory bumpy pearl lanyard

    2:16 PM PST, 7/26/2010

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    Crazy Blue Lace Agate, Blue Jade Necklace, Bracelet & Earring Set~Rectangles~New

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

    Deep Dark Purple

    Lavender Jade, Bumpy Ivory & Purple Glass Beads

    ID Badge Lanyard and/or Necklace

    38" from toggle clasp to lanyard clip or 19" drape

    Medium to heavy weight ~~~ ONE AND ONLY

    This lanyard is made with BRIGHT Lavender Jades, probably dyed and just gorgeous, SPARKLING off-white or ivory bumpy spectra-glass beads in 2 sizes that sparkle and shine like bazillions of diamonds, lilac colored Mother of Pearl flowerss and rich dark Purple Glass Pearls! I think you will love the mixed mediums in this with the smooth shine of the glass pearls, the glow of the Lavender Jades and the fun texture of the bumpy spectras!

    Throughout this strand I used Bali golden spacer beads, fancy ornate beadcaps, big flower bail, angel wings and flower toggle clasp. You also have a medium sized, heart shaped lobster claw style clip so it is easy to clip onto your ID badges, whistles, watches, etc. If you need a different style clip, I can exchange it for you just let me know.

    There is nothing cheap about this piece & you can wear it proudly with assurance that it will not fall apart!

    This piece is finished off all the way around your neck with the glass pearls and has a beautiful flower toggle clasp for easy on - easy off.

    Estimate sizes: 25mm = 1"

    • Lavender Jade: 6, 8 and 10mm rounds
    • Bumpy Spectra Glass Beads: 12 x 10 and 20 x 10mm
    • Mother of Pearl: 18mm flowers
    • Glass Pearls: 8mm round
    • Angel is made with: 13mm purple bell flower skirt, gold plated filigree apron, glass head, Bali gold wings & Swarovski crystal 8mm rondelle halo
    • Bali golds: 20 x 30mm flower bail, 22mm flower toggle clasp, 6 and 8mm spacer beads, 8 and 12mm bead caps and 12mm lobster claw clip

    My lanyards are crimped 4 times for added security and the unsightly crimps are covered.A crimp cover is a split bead that I fold down around the crimp and pinch it together, leaving a barely noticeable but unavoidable seam. This is not a broken or cheap bead. They are either gold plated or silver plated, depending on the metal used in your piece.

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    My lanyards are strung on heavy duty, thick yet flexible 29 strand cable wire that is coated so it will not rust, break or snag your clothing! It won't break but if it does, but it won't, you are covered with KATHY'S EXTENDED KINDNESS WARRANTY! Don't fret, my items don't break.

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

     

  • fluorite, amethyst, jade lanyard

    1:44 PM PST, 7/26/2010

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    Turquoise Swarovski AB Purple Splash Cube & Bicone Crystal~Eyeglass Chain~30.5"

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

    Genuine Gemstones

    Fluorite, African Amethyst & Lavender Jade

    ID Badge Lanyard and/or Necklace

    38" from toggle clasp to lanyard clip or 19" drape

    Medium weight

    This lanyard is made with BRIGHT Lavender Jades, probably dyed and just gorgeous, rich purple African Amethyst; the color of purple all Amethyst wishes it could be, purple crystals that for some dumb reason are showing up dark blue, very cool Purple Agate wafers, lilac colors of Mother of Pearls and Fluorite gemstone chips that are tumbled smooth and oh so pretty in soft shades of greens to almost clear to purple!

    Throughout this strand I used Bali golden spacer beads, fancy ornate beadcaps, big flower bail and satin brushed round toggle clasp. You also have a large lobster claw style clip so it is easy to clip onto your ID badges, whistles, watches, etc. There is nothing cheap about this piece & you can wear it proudly with assurance that it will not fall apart!

    This piece is finished off all the way around your neck with smooth tumbled Fluorite chips and has a toggle clasp for easy on - easy off.

    Estimate sizes: 25mm = 1"

    • Lavender Jade: 18 x 13 x 6mm thick - 6, 8 and 10mm rounds
    • Purple Agate: 13 x 7mm thick wafers
    • African Amethyst: 8mm rounds
    • Mother of Pearl: 6mm rounds
    • Crystals: 10 x 7mm rondelles
    • Fluorite Chips: 6 to 14mm average size 12mm
    • Bali golds: 22 x 13mm flower bail, 12mm satin brushed toggle clasp, 6 and 8mm spacer beads, 8mm bead caps and 20mm lobster claw clip

    My lanyards are crimped 4 times for added security and the unsightly crimps are covered.A crimp cover is a split bead that I fold down around the crimp and pinch it together, leaving a barely noticeable but unavoidable seam. This is not a broken or cheap bead. They are either gold plated or silver plated, depending on the metal used in your piece.

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    My lanyards are strung on heavy duty, thick yet flexible 29 strand cable wire that is coated so it will not rust, break or snag your clothing! It won't break but if it does, but it won't, you are covered with KATHY'S EXTENDED KINDNESS WARRANTY! Don't fret, my items don't break.

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

     

  • childs brushed bronze, LOVE FAITH HOPE bracelet

    7:21 PM PST, 7/25/2010

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    Lemon Quartz~Yellow Jade~Garnet~Ruby Agate & Quartz~Swarovski Crystals~Bracelet

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

    LOVE, FAITH & HOPE

    Stretch Charm Bracelet

    with Swarovski clear crystal word stations!

    6.25" - Perfect for your little one!

    One Available - I can not resize

    This double strand beauty is made with Swarovski 2xAB Amethyst and Amethyst regular bicone crystals that reflect like little mirrors from bright turquoise colors to deep dark purples. I used Swarovski word and clear crystal stations between the crystal areas that are of a soft brushed antiqued bronze metal and are so very detailed that they even have squiggles on the edges of the bead. It is a light tone, not bold and too much for a little one. This should last her years and years and I am sure she will be proud to wear such an "adult" piece!

    Perfect for your little angel! And what a great gift!

    I can't resize this; I am sorry but it will completely change the integrity of the piece by adding or removing beads. These stations are just too expensive to justify buying more to make another of these so get it while you can!

    ~~~

    My bracelets are strung on .08, very thick and durable elastic. I only use high quality Swarovski & Czech Crystals, Gemstones, Lampworks and Glass Beads. No junk!

    Visit My eBay Store

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

    ~~~

    You don't have to read all the boring legal words below. There are no hidden meanings in my listings, no words to seek out and find to read between the lines. The disclaimers below is simply to cover myself for just in case; like the one that thought she would get one key chain for each photo.

    A word about Bali, Tibetan, German silver and/or gold. I love these type of metals as they do not peel, tarnish or loose their original beauty. They are not required by law to disclose their gold or silver content therefor you will not find a stamping like .925 silver& or 14kt gold on the beads, charm holders, clasps, etc.

    Yes, I did put in quite a few photos, this is so you can make an informed decision to buy this piece for yourself or a deserving friend.

    A crimp bead cover is a split bead that folds down and around the crimp. It does leave an unavoidable seam that is barely noticeable. I mention this because after a time consuming struggle a fellow beading ebayer has lost her store because one buyer thought this crimp cover was a broken or plastic bead and left a Negative before even asking the seller about it! Small stores are greatly effected by one N feedback.

    If there is a coin in the photos, it is for size comparison only and does not come with the listed item.

    Kathy's Extended Warranty is for your security and free! If your item breaks, which it won't but if it does, I will repair it for free! I even pay for all postage! It won't break, but if it does, simply email me so I can send you a SASE to return the beads to me and I will repair it. Please tie off your item so as to keep as many of the beads on the strand as possible so I can recreate the same pattern. It won't break. I have not been abused or used yet because my items don't break; therefore I have not set a time duration to this policy. Within reason, I guess...

    Also, please, realize just how powerful your feedback is and that ONE negative AND even a NEUTRAL can and DOES shut down small sellers. One N feedback can cause us to loose our rights to be added to ebays search engines, thus no one can find our listings!) Feedback can have very detrimental consquenses, please know what your opinion is very powerful so please consider how human sellers are.

    DID YOU KNOW? Neutral and Negative feedbacks have the same consequences for a seller therefore any N feedback will shut down a small seller like me. Please, contact me if you are unhappy and give me the chance to make you happy and satisfied. If something has gone wrong, it was completely accidental. I promise to NEVER lie, cheat or steal from you.

    And, a little info about the 5 star rating program in Ebay regarding stars for sellers. A seller is removed if they average 4.2 stars and charged more for 4.8 or less.  4 is not a B as in a report card, it is a D and F.  We HAVE to receive 5 of 5 stars each and every time. I strive for perfection, not only for these ratings but because you deserve such service. What is worse is that 2 of the 4 of the stars your seller has no control over and yet we are graded as if we do. We should not be held responsible for how long it takes for delivery but for how SOON WE ACTUALLY SHIPPED IT and for the quality of the packaging. I ship within 24 hours Monday through Friday. I list it as 2 days to protect myself for in case I can't.

    Did I mention; I LOVE my customers?!!! I do. I have all the sweetest ebayers right here in my store! I appreciate each and every sale with all my heart.

    My cup is not half full and not half empty! It has runneth over for I am truly blessed. Thank you, yes, you!!!

    FOR SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS and Kathy's incredible SALES Sign up for my email newsletters I will not distribute your email or any of your information without your permission

    Visit My eBay Store for the complete fashion statement

    I am a little proud, I have over 2700 all 100% positive feedback for SALES. I am so thankful for my sweet customers and to have eBay to sell my beaded beauties! What a great marketplace eBay is!

    Come view my feedback! I am tickled as it takes some work to keep some buyers on the happier side of life especially in this economy!

    View My Feedback

    Thank you for "window" shopping @ Kathy's Beaded Blessings!

    Thank you to you Mac shoppers too! :)

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Many Blessings. Kathy

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Please go to the contact seller link to ask questions or to just to say hi, as my direct email account through AOL is not working properly and is blocking many emails.

  • Amethyst Purple Clear Swarovski Bracelet with Watch

    12:59 PM PST, 7/24/2010

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    14mm Pink Agate~Faceted Ruby Agate~Gemstone Dangle Earring~2.75"~Silvertone~New

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    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

     Swarovski AB Purple & AB Clear Crystals Bracelet with Watch

    double bracelet with watch ~~~ 6.75" to 7"

    One available ~ I can't resize this but I can make you one in light pink if you want another size and color.

    After months of practicing and having friends wear my practice pieces to be certain they are durable; I have a product I will trust to put my name and warranty on! And I think you will love it!

    This double strand bracelet and/or watch is made with genuine Swarovski crystals, Sterling Silver Swarovski bracelet stations with nice big 7mm square crystals that are just slightly curved to fit your wrist with coordinating Swarovski purple crystal star stations and Swarovski crystal dangles. Between the stations I used 4mm Swarovski AB Clear and AB Purple bicone crystals that toss off lovely rainbows! I tried to capture the rainbows in the photos but you know how camera shy rainbows are!


    The watch. It has a 15mm white face with 12 black numbers and 3 hands, perfect for you gals in the medical profession or teachers timing their kiddies in timeouts or doing relay races! The silvertone, 25mm (1 inch) bezel is oval with a smooth shiny surface and raised curly swirls at 12, 3, 6 and 9. It is quartz movement, stainless steel back and that is all I know about it. I have had it over 2 years, running in my watch parts drawer and it keeps time. I have put in a new battery and pulled the stem to reserve it's life. I will provide you with an extra battery.

    I enclosed a photo of the back which shows scratches that I can barely see with the naked eye but sure show their ugly faces in the photos! Why is it that the pretty stuff doesn't show up as well as we want and the ugly shows up much worse than it is!

    This is a easy on - easy off stretch style watch or bracelet! Wear the watch on the back of your wrist for a lovely bracelet!

    I strung this on very thick, .08 elastic cording that will not break! I can stretch a 10" piece as far as my arms can reach, then put my foot in it and push it past my own limits and it doesn't break! The knots are super tied and glued in the back of one of the stations.

    Bracelet = 6.75" to 7"  and again, no I am sorry but I can't resize. This may be the only one I ever make as I was so slow and frusturated stringing it 6 yep, 6 times, lol. Patience Kathy... I hope you understand :)

    Visit My eBay Store

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

    ~~~

    You don't have to read all the boring legal words below. There are no hidden meanings in my listings, no words to seek out and find to read between the lines. The disclaimers below is simply to cover myself for just in case; like the one that thought she would get one key chain for each photo.

    A word about Bali, Tibetan, German silver and/or gold. I love these type of metals as they do not peel, tarnish or loose their original beauty. They are not required by law to disclose their gold or silver content therefor you will not find a stamping like .925 silver& or 14kt gold on the beads, charm holders, clasps, etc.

    Yes, I did put in quite a few photos, this is so you can make an informed decision to buy this piece for yourself or a deserving friend.

    A crimp bead cover is a split bead that folds down and around the crimp. It does leave an unavoidable seam that is barely noticeable. I mention this because after a time consuming struggle a fellow beading ebayer has lost her store because one buyer thought this crimp cover was a broken or plastic bead and left a Negative before even asking the seller about it! Small stores are greatly effected by one N feedback.

    If there is a coin in the photos, it is for size comparison only and does not come with the listed item.

    Kathy's Extended Warranty is for your security and free! If your item breaks, which it won't but if it does, I will repair it for free! I even pay for all postage! I can't warranty the mechanics of watches but I do warranty the beaded product. It won't break, but if it does, simply email me so I can send you a SASE to return the beads to me and I will repair it. Please tie off your item so as to keep as many of the beads on the strand as possible so I can recreate the same pattern. It won't break. I have not been abused or used yet because my items don't break; therefore I have not set a time duration to this policy. Within reason, I guess...

    Also, please, realize just how powerful your feedback is and that ONE negative AND even a NEUTRAL can and DOES shut down small sellers. One N feedback can cause us to loose our rights to be added to ebays search engines, thus no one can find our listings!) Feedback can have very detrimental consquenses, please know what your opinion is very powerful so please consider how human sellers are.

    DID YOU KNOW? Neutral and Negative feedbacks have the same consequences for a seller therefore any N feedback will shut down a small seller like me. Please, contact me if you are unhappy and give me the chance to make you happy and satisfied. If something has gone wrong, it was completely accidental. I promise to NEVER lie, cheat or steal from you.

    And, a little info about the 5 star rating program in Ebay regarding stars for sellers. A seller is removed if they average 4.2 stars and charged more for 4.8 or less.  4 is not a B as in a report card, it is a D and F.  We HAVE to receive 5 of 5 stars each and every time. I strive for perfection, not only for these ratings but because you deserve such service. What is worse is that 2 of the 4 of the stars your seller has no control over and yet we are graded as if we do. We should not be held responsible for how long it takes for delivery but for how SOON WE ACTUALLY SHIPPED IT and for the quality of the packaging. I ship within 24 hours Monday through Friday. I list it as 2 days to protect myself for in case I can't.

    Did I mention how much I appreciate my customers?!!!!! I do, and it is true, I have all the best ebayers in my store. My cup isn't half full or half empty ~ it has runneth over! Flowing and flooding all over!

    FOR SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS and Kathy's incredible SALES Sign up for my email newsletters I will not distribute your email or any of your information without your permission

    Visit My eBay Store for the complete fashion statement

    I am a little proud, I have over 2700 all 100% positive feedback for SALES. I am so thankful for my sweet customers and to have eBay to sell my beaded beauties! What a great marketplace eBay is!

    Come view my feedback! I am tickled as it takes some work to keep some buyers on the happier side of life especially in this economy!

    View My Feedback

    Thank you for "window" shopping @ Kathy's Beaded Blessings!

    Thank you to you Mac shoppers too! :)

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Many Blessings. Kathy

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Please go to the contact seller link to ask questions or to just to say hi, as my direct email account through AOL is not working properly and is blocking many emails.

  • white pearl 2 strand bracelet with watch & turquoise

    9:56 PM PST, 7/23/2010

    Welcome to Kathy's Beaded Blessings

    Quality Crafted Unique Jewelry

     Genuine Freshwater Pearls, Swarovski 2xAB Turquoise Crystals

    2 strand bracelet with watch ~~~ 7.75"

    One available ~ I can't resize this but I can make you one similar if you need another size.

    After months of practicing and having friends wear my practice pieces to be certain they are durable; I have a product I will trust to put my name and warranty on! And I think you will love it!

    This 2 strand bracelet with watch is made with white, absolutely beautiful, almost perfect, almost flawless, 6mm, round freshwater pearls. These will last you a lifetime and will only get prettier the more you wear it as they need the oils for their beautiful nacre!

    I also used vintage looking Sterling silver bracelet stations that have diamond shaped turquoise blue enamel areas on bright silver with Swarovski clear crystals. So that this works with your turquoise and silver jewelry I used one of Swarovski's newest crystals, the 2xAB turquoise crystals! These have faceted areas that have so much shine and AB coating on them that they reflect, act and look like tiny mirrors!

     These pearls were part of a necklace I bought years ago to rip up and only use them on my very finest items. I can't find one flaw on any of them. There are 24 on this piece or 5" of pearls! They have a soft gentle shine to their smooth nacre with delicate soft rainbow reflections. Honestly, I believe these are Sea Pearls, a true Honora pearl but I don't remember for sure so I am listing them as freshwater.

    The watch. It has a 15mm white face with 12 black numbers and 3 hands, perfect for you gals in the medical profession or teachers timing their kiddies in timeouts or doing relay races! The silvertone, 25mm (1 inch) bezel is oval with a smooth shiny surface and raised curly swirls at 12, 3, 6 and 9. It is quartz movement and that is all I know about it. I have had it over 2 years, running in my watch parts drawer and it keeps time. I have put in a new battery and pulled the stem to reserve it's life. I will provide you with an extra battery.

    I enclosed a photo of the back which shows scratches that I can barely see with the naked eye but sure show in the photos! Why is it that the pretty stuff doesn't show up as well as we want and the ugly shows up much worse than it is!

    You have a 12mm, swivel, sterling silver lobster claw clasp and a 10mm ring for easy attachment.

    This is durable with wire protectors and is strung on .021, 19 strand cable wire and is double crimped it for extra strength. I covered the unsightly crimps with silver plated crimp covers which fold around the crimps and leaves a barely noticeable but unavoidable seam.

    Bracelet = 7.75"  and again, no I am sorry but I can't resize. This may be the only one I ever make as I was so slow and frusturated stringing it 4 to 6 times. Patience Kathy... I hope you understand :)

    Visit My eBay Store

    ~~~

    If there is a coin in the photos it is so you can compare sizes and is not included with this piece.

    Also, I have put approximate sizes in the photos as well. Remember, one inch = 25mm

    ~~~

    I apologize but I have decided to stop repairing other beaders items. Please go back to where you bought your item to see if the seller will fix it for you. It is taking up too much of my time and does not cover my costs. Thanks for understanding.

    Visit My eBay Store for more hot new looks!

    ~~~

    You don't have to read all the boring legal words below. There are no hidden meanings in my listings, no words to seek out and find to read between the lines. The disclaimers below is simply to cover myself for just in case; like the one that thought she would get one key chain for each photo.

    A word about Bali, Tibetan, German silver and/or gold. I love these type of metals as they do not peel, tarnish or loose their original beauty. They are not required by law to disclose their gold or silver content therefor you will not find a stamping like .925 silver& or 14kt gold on the beads, charm holders, clasps, etc.

    Yes, I did put in quite a few photos, this is so you can make an informed decision to buy this piece for yourself or a deserving friend.

    A crimp bead cover is a split bead that folds down and around the crimp. It does leave an unavoidable seam that is barely noticeable. I mention this because after a time consuming struggle a fellow beading ebayer has lost her store because one buyer thought this crimp cover was a broken or plastic bead and left a Negative before even asking the seller about it! Small stores are greatly effected by one N feedback.

    If there is a coin in the photos, it is for size comparison only and does not come with the listed item.

    Kathy's Extended Warranty is for your security and free! If your item breaks, which it won't but if it does, I will repair it for free! I even pay for all postage! I can't warranty the mechanics of watches but I do warranty the beaded product. It won't break, but if it does, simply email me so I can send you a SASE to return the beads to me and I will repair it. Please tie off your item so as to keep as many of the beads on the strand as possible so I can recreate the same pattern. It won't break. I have not been abused or used yet because my items don't break; therefore I have not set a time duration to this policy. Within reason, I guess...

    Also, please, realize just how powerful your feedback is and that ONE negative AND even a NEUTRAL can and DOES shut down small sellers. One N feedback can cause us to loose our rights to be added to ebays search engines, thus no one can find our listings!) Feedback can have very detrimental consquenses, please know what your opinion is very powerful so please consider how human sellers are.

    DID YOU KNOW? Neutral and Negative feedbacks have the same consequences for a seller therefore any N feedback will shut down a small seller like me. Please, contact me if you are unhappy and give me the chance to make you happy and satisfied. If something has gone wrong, it was completely accidental. I promise to NEVER lie, cheat or steal from you.

    And, a little info about the 5 star rating program in Ebay regarding stars for sellers. A seller is removed if they average 4.2 stars and charged more for 4.8 or less.  4 is not a B as in a report card, it is a D and F.  We HAVE to receive 5 of 5 stars each and every time. I strive for perfection, not only for these ratings but because you deserve such service. What is worse is that 2 of the 4 of the stars your seller has no control over and yet we are graded as if we do. We should not be held responsible for how long it takes for delivery but for how SOON WE ACTUALLY SHIPPED IT and for the quality of the packaging. I ship within 24 hours Monday through Friday. I list it as 2 days to protect myself for in case I can't.

    Did I mention how much I appreciate my customers?!!!!! I do, and it is true, I have all the best ebayers in my store. My cup isn't half full or half empty ~ it has runneth over! Flowing and flooding all over!

    FOR SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS and Kathy's incredible SALES Sign up for my email newsletters I will not distribute your email or any of your information without your permission

    Visit My eBay Store for the complete fashion statement

    I am a little proud, I have over 2700 all 100% positive feedback for SALES. I am so thankful for my sweet customers and to have eBay to sell my beaded beauties! What a great marketplace eBay is!

    Come view my feedback! I am tickled as it takes some work to keep some buyers on the happier side of life especially in this economy!

    View My Feedback

    Thank you for "window" shopping @ Kathy's Beaded Blessings!

    Thank you to you Mac shoppers too! :)

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Many Blessings. Kathy

    ~~~~~~~~~~~

    Please go to the contact seller link to ask questions or to just to say hi, as my direct email account through AOL is not working properly and is blocking many emails.