Thursday, December 14, 2017

We're All Ears :: 3rd Annual Use Your Leftovers Challenge!





Welcome to the We're All Ears 3rd Annual Use Your Leftovers Challenge.  The directions began with a request to take a picture of my bead table.  I hate to show what it looks like.  It is amazing I can find anything on it and sometimes I can't.

My bead table

Next, we were directed to find a divided box, bin, baggies or small bowls and go through the stash on your  table picking out coordinated sets that you can use to create earrings. Put these pieces together with ear wires, chain, findings, etc in each division of the box.  Work quickly! Don't take too much time, just focus on filling the sections.  


Divided box with earring parts
Divided box with earring parts

I have a divided box that I use to store earrings components that need to be turned into earrings.  I like to keep my components together in small plastic bags.


I set a timer and allowed 1 hour to make whatever I could in that time.  


Modern  Red Earrings by BayMoonDesign
Modern  Red Earrings by BayMoonDesign

My first pair of earrings  are modern red earrings.  I love the casual look of the red lampwork paired with black ear wires and black jump rings. These are red earrings that are about 1 inches long from the top of the ear wire. The beautiful red lampwork beads were made by artisan Sue Kennedy. I love how the glass looks in the light. The color makes them perfect for lots of holidays like the Christmas, Valentine's Day, Memorial Day.

Bohemian Lilac Earrings by BayMoonDesign
Boho Lilac Earrings by BayMoonDesign
The next pair that I made are boho lilac earrings.  I combined lilac ceramic beads with sterling silver ear wires. These modern geometric earrings are a little over an inch from the top of the ear wire to the bottom of the ceramic. I think that they have a fun and casual look. I love how the lilac ceramics have a hint of other pastel shades. I just love the color--so hard to find. The ceramics are by artisan Marsha Neal Studio.

Pink Heart Earrings by BayMoonDesign
Pink Heart Earrings by BayMoonDesign
For my last pair,  I paired the  pretty pink heart ceramics with pink and rose Swarovski crystals and sterling ear wires. I love the sterling silver hearts that are at the bottom of the floral heart design. The ceramic hearts are by British artisan Natalie McKenna of Grubbi.   These earrings are available for purchase here.

In the spirit of giving, , the organizer of this blog hop is offering a giveaway of an Emergency Earring Making kit - with beads and findings to use to make multiple pairs of earrings - valued at over $40.  In order to be chosen, you have to participate in the blog hop starting on December 15th! Winner will be chosen at random from all eligible entries on December 25th.  The LinkyTools party is open until December 25th so you have lots of time to play and visit!

Let's get this leftover party started right HERE at Erin's website. Thanks for organizing this Erin.



9 comments:

  1. Hello Miss Kathy! Thanks for playing along! I think your bead table makes me feel right at home. I like that you created such beautiful pairs - 3 in one hour! I do love those lavender hearts from Grubbi. I am not a heart girl but I am really drawn to those! May your remaining days in 2017 shine bright and may you shine a light on new creative pathways for 2018! Enjoy the day! Erin

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  2. The orange discs glow and they remind me of a type of orange candy that I used to eat as a kid. Yummy! The heart earrings look very sweet - an advance Valentine's day offering maybe?

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    1. Thanks! I definitely had Valentine's Day in mind. I find I need to really get a jump on the holidays to get my Etsy shop ready!

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  3. Wow, 3 pairs in an hour! All three are beautiful and such different look and feel. I love the last pair where the hearts of the head pins mirror the heart beads. So pretty and romantic. The first pair is bold and beautiful. And the middle pair is so sweet. Bravo

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    1. I spend a lot of time thinking about what components I will use. Once I figure that out the earrings come together quickly. I didn't count the planning time.

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  4. So many pretties hiding on your desk! I really love those boho lilac ones. That little flower at the top really sets it off. Beautifully done, they're all stunning.

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  5. Cute earrings, Kathy! I would totally wear the heck out of the first pair you made... love the simplicity. That second pair is so pretty. I'm not sure I've ever seen that color combo from Marsha. Nice work!

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  6. I know it's embarrassing to show your mess to the world but it is so soothing to other designers who can relate ;) Note to self - get a divided box and sort possible earring pairs into it! I like the different styles and colors you have selected, all of them are beautiful!

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  7. Your earrings are all very cute. I love the red! Also, your bead table is organized compared to how mine usually is!

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