Tuesday, June 12, 2012

A Time to Stitch Blog Hop

It is such a pleasure to be able to participate in Therese's Treasures and One Kiss Creations first Blog Hop.  Therese and Christine were some of the first followers of my blog so when I saw these wonderful and kind women were coordinating a blog hop I just had to jump on board.  I decided to do the peyote challenge aspect of it as I was a bit short on time.  I did learn a new stitch however, and it is called the Cellini Spiral.  I love the effect it gives and it is basically circular peyote done in varying size beads to give it a lovely effect.

My first piece was a commissioned piece that is already at its new home.  I call it Shelley's Vision as it is named after the beautiful lady that commissioned it.  I used Size 8/0, 11/0, and 15/0 seed beads in teal for this one.  I ended it in a short fringe and attached copper chain to finish the piece.


Because I enjoyed the effect so much I just knew I had to make another one.  I am also part of a facebook group called Operation Tackle that Bead Stash and they have a challenge every month.  June's Challenge is to create something using some leftover beads in 5 differnent colors of the rainbow.  I knew I just had to join in and I thought that perhaps I could tie that piece in with the Hop here as well so I made a piece called, "Orange You Glad."   Notice the Teal Size 15/0's that I used as a leftover :)  I love this stitch but it does tend to be a real time sink, so if you decide to try it make sure there is something good and long on TV to watch while you sew :)




Thank you for visiting with me and be sure to check out the other participants in the Blog Hop @


















Marla Gibson  <--------You are Here


Thank you so much Ladies for hosting this.  It has been a blast!  I would love to do anymore Hops that you come up with in the future.  

Peace and <3
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22 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 12, 2012 at 4:03 AM

    I love these! They turned out perfectly, mine are always so stiff I can hardly bend them!

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  2. UnknownJune 12, 2012 at 5:53 AM

    This is Shelley..and yes the bracelet is gorgeous AND its all mine...get your own! Lol thanks Marla.

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  3. AntiquityTravelersJune 12, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    Oh wow! If that is what you create when you're short on time what masterpiece do you have up your sleeve?! Both are gorgeous!

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  4. Amy S.June 12, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    Marla - these are both gorgeous!!!! I love cellini spiral - but I rarely have the patience to begin it! And I forgot just how much I loved orange, until I audibly gasped when I scrolled town to that "Orange You Glad" piece - I am glad indeed! Great detail with the peace symbol too!

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  5. ShirleyJune 12, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Marla, I am so impressed with your skills. You just learned cellini, and made two of them! I also love this stitch, but I have several in my unfinished drawer, because they are such a time sinker! I absolutely love how you finished them, that is such a great idea!!

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  6. Therese's TreasuresJune 12, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    Hi Marla,
    Thank you for participating in mine and Christine's challenge.
    I love both of your Cellini spiral anklet/bracelets the colors are great. I really like the second one with the bright orange, green, and teal colors. Great job!
    Therese

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  7. UnknownJune 12, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    Oh Cellini, what beautiful execution of the concept. I really like what you did with these. Great job! Nice colors. Nice design.

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  8. Christine AltmillerJune 12, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    Ooooooo! I am SO glad the orange one I saw on Facebook made it to the Hop. I was hoping it would! These are so Beautiful in their spirals and touch of fringe and their colors...the teal is so soothing and the orange is so vibrant! Both perfect in their different feels.
    You are such a fantastic Beader Marla!!! Thanks for joining Therese and me and all the other hoppers :-)

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  9. LolaJune 12, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    Yes, yes I AM glad because orange is my favorite color!!! =) Both pieces: stunning!

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  10. UnknownJune 12, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    I have always admired this spiral but never had nerve to try it. You did a great job and the tassel adds such an interesting feature. Love the teal color - beautiful!

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  11. kimmykatsJune 12, 2012 at 1:18 PM

    The Cellini pattern caught my eye right away. Someday I hope to tackle it. The turquoise is so beautitul and the Orange You Glad looks like a fun to wear summer color splash! Beautiful work!

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  12. TanyaJune 12, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    Marla, those are both gorgeous. I love the spiral and the fringe at the ends is a wonderful touch. I love the teal in the second bracelet. It is an awesome contrast to the bright colors and a great way to use those leftover beads. :)

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  13. Karin SlatonJune 12, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    They're both beautiful, fun, and perfect for summer. I especially love those oranges with the teal and citrus green.

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  14. Bits of LearningJune 12, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    Marla! WOW!! WOW!! WOW!! your spirals are so perfect and the colors, especially the dramatic contrast in the second bracelet is just exquisite!! GORGEOUS!!!

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  15. BobbieJune 12, 2012 at 2:32 PM

    Great pieces! I love the colorways you used in both. And you are right about the stitch being a time sink -- I spent many hours catching up on what was on the DVR finishing my for this hop. Love your work!

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  16. Karen WilliamsJune 12, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    Operation Tacle that Bead Stash - how fun!

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  17. EmmaJune 13, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Wow Marla, they look awesome! I loved doing my cellini spiral, they are so much fun :) especially playing with the colours, which look fantastic
    Emma
    xXx

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  18. Sarah SequinsJune 13, 2012 at 3:56 PM

    Wow, what beautiful pieces! I love the look of the copper chain with the blue beads. It's like they were made for each other. :)

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  19. LisaSJune 13, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    So pretty! I love cellini ;)

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  20. LisaSJune 13, 2012 at 9:47 PM

    Wow! Love the ends on your cellini work ;)

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  21. lamplight craftsJune 13, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    So summery and cheerful.

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  22. UnknownJune 21, 2012 at 8:30 AM

    The colors are gorgeous! Great job;)

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