Saturday, June 30, 2012

Big Hole Donut Blog Hop

I was lucky enough to win one of Kristi's big hole donuts (Dream Some on etsy) so I could participate in her blog hop.  I almost never use components in polymer or metal clay that I do not make, because I like to be able to tell my customers I made all the metal and polymer pieces in my jewelry.  But these, OH these, I just had to have.  And don't worry, its not going anywhere, its mine all mine.

So I got mixed up on blog hop dates and made my Bohemian Inspired Blog Event Piece with Kristi's donut, because I thought they were the same weekend.  Alas, they were not, so here is my piece, again (sorry).  I absolutley love it.  I love the bright shiny orangy copper, I love the block like print flower on it, and I love the colors I chose to contrast it (greens are some of my favorite colors).  I wear it often, and hope you like it too.






You can hop on a long to see what everyone else did with their components.  I can't wait to see what else was dreamed up for this blog hop.  These donuts are gorgeous enough on their own.


22 comments:

  1. OH Staci, I can't tell you how excited I am about your piece. When I drew your name I KNEW it would be awesome, it fits right in to your style and you did not disappoint!! I love it, thanks so much for joining me!

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  2. That is one stunning pieces Staci! You probably have my all time favourite palette there - earthy but rich and sumptuous and great use of Kristi's focal. Great Job

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  3. Staci, so you and I love it! Did you expect anything else from me? I couldn't wait to see what you'd come up with. Fantastic stuff!

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  4. Staci! I love this necklace. Your work always makes me "ooo & ahhh". Fantastic!

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  5. Stacy - your pieces always are so fun and creative. I had not thought of using fabric for a bail - neat! I really love the earthy palette.

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  6. Wow, what a fabulous piece! I love, love, love the colors you chose to use. And the different elements add wonderful textures. I can see why you'll be keeping this for yourself!

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  7. Well, I'm just scrolling down your blog, loving all the pics, and then I hit that last one with the skull and squeaked! :0
    I always enjoy your attention to detail, and this piece was no exception. Right down to the green cording showing off the detail on the donut. This is truly a gorgeous design.

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  8. Beautiful necklace. You always do such beautiful work. Love the silk, and the beads with this copper. Love it! You are always an inspiration to me.

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  9. It's absolutely gorgeous! Love the earthy textural elements. And I didn't see it the first time, so it's new to me :-)

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  10. WOW! I am not sure what to say other than WOW! The texture, color and composition are well.....WOW!

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  11. Such gorgeous play of colors and texture together love the rough green stones and the contrast of soft sari silk. Wonderful!

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  12. Love Staci.....but I always love your work!!!!!!

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  13. Stunning mix of media and colours - love the organic feel!

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  14. This is stunning - such an amazing piece. The design, the colors, the textures - they're all fabulous!! I'd love to wear this!!

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  15. I love the sari yarn in your necklace!! The colors are great together, some of my favorite colors! And I love the boho style of it. Two birds with one stone :)
    -Heather, from thecrafthopper.com

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  16. I'm right there with you in that I don't normally work with other people's compenents in my work. But aren't these pretty?

    I love what you did your yours! And it was clever to make it work for two hops, even if they weren't on the same day. ;-)

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  17. I think it's really amazing that each of us picked up such different colors in the piece! They really do work so well with the wonderful patina in the component. Amazing!

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  18. Staci! Love it. I love the way you knotted (? terminology) around the donut, that's my favorite green! And the forged rings and the wire wrapping. Love it all, and don't blame you for keeping it!

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  19. Yay! We got the same donut! He he. 2 hippy girls with daisy donuts! Perfect! I LOVE the design! It's so your style showcasing Kristis beautiful donut! I love the sari silk you used along with the assembly of your loopty loops and stones! So awesome!

    xo Genea

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  20. I love your work Staci. Every piece. You're one of the very few jewelry artist that I instantly recognize your work. It has such perfect balance between man and nature. Even though it's primitive in style, it's executed with such grace and elegance. This piece really would work well with an evening gown,or a swimsuit.

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  21. So beautiful, love the green and purple with the copper donut.

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  22. I love how your worked the silk cord around the donut -- and those gemstones are PERFECT for this!

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