Bell was a big Girl with a big heart. She could always find the good in everybody. We'd been friends since I was 18. She was a Beautician and I an Office Assistant. We were single mothers strugling. We loved our children, dancing, food and Jewelry. We were each others strength when we felt the world had beat us down. We cried through our heartbreaks, My wedding, our divorces, Her first gand. She was my friend and I loved her.
Bell especially loved purple and red. As I crafted this pendant I could see her smiling and saying I have the perfect dress, let me put on some lipstick. Her lips would be Plum some shade of purple an her outfit purple or red or both. LMBO. Although I miss my Bell this Memories and Thanks bought back some happy fun memories.
This pendant features an Artisan Lampwork bead I believe from Patricia Dugmore of PJBeads. The purple beads are vintage from Grain of Sand.
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That is a lovely piece of jewelry. Sorry for your loss...
ReplyDeleteI love your work of art! You have honored your friend well!!
ReplyDeleteYou've created such a fun and lively piece! From your description of Bell I think it suits her spirit to a T. Nicely done!
ReplyDeleteI agree, very nicely done, love the colors.
ReplyDeleteSounds like she was a great friend gone too soon.
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Very beautiful Art work. Nice combination of colour and from where she is I deeply believe that Willie Bell could see it and admire and love what who made for her.I feel your sadness as I also lost my best friend too soon.
ReplyDeleteFun design! Thanks for sharing your story ~
ReplyDeletePeace and Love.
Lovely tribute for your friend!
ReplyDeleteSo fantastic to have had a friend who can bring tears of joy as well as grief. Your tribute to her is stunning.
ReplyDeleteYour pendant is a beautiful piece of art. I can see that you were thinking of Bell when you made it because it's so happy and fun!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful piece in honor of a wonderful friend...you truly did her proud!
ReplyDeleteYou seem to have captured the happy memories with Bell in this delightful necklace! Thanks for sharing your story! Hope you are enjoying the hop.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Terri G.
A wonderful tribute for a beloved friend. I'm sure she's having a smile on her face, thinking of you - right now!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful tribute to your friend!
ReplyDeleteSuch a Pretty Pendant Gloria!!! I am really glad that in making it you could just hear your friend again and feel even closer!!!
ReplyDeleteGloria, What a wonderful way to remember your dear friend! Every time you wear your necklace, your heart will swell with memories. You did a wonderful job on the pendant! I had wanted to do this blog hop but had too much going on. Thank you for commenting on my blog at www.TexasPepperJams.blogspot.com. If you will e-mail me at kmorgan429@gmail.com I will tell about the question you asked. Once again, fabulous piece & loved the blog!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful pendant you created! I am sure that when you wear it you will have a big smile on your face. Holding memories in our heart is the best way to honor those we love. Thank you for sharing your story. Enjoy the day. Erin
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun pendant! It is something I'm sure your friend Bell would have loved.
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ReplyDeleteThat's beautiful -- looks like it took a long time, too!
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