Color Inspiration - Dog Dayz of Summer

by Kristal Wick
The "dog days of summer" is a phrase used to describe the hot and humid days of summer. It's traced back thousands of years to the days of the Roman Empire referring to July 3rd through August 11th. This is 20 days prior and 20 days after the star Sirius (also referred to as dog star and is the brightest star in the night sky) rises and falls in conjunction with the sun.

This color inspiration was used to create the jewelry-making pattern: Dog Dayz of Summer Chain Bracelet
I took this picture of my rescue dogs, Sparkle and Twinkle sunbathing in their stroller this summer. They are definitely the brightest stars in my sky and never fail to entertain all those around! I loved the color pallet of this image (besides the models), and thought it would make a fun, colorful bracelet screaming summer fun sherbet flavors!
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Use up your seed bead stash and make a multi-colored rainbow bracelet or simplify with a monochromatic look. Use a smaller focal bead or charm for an ankle bracelet-trust me, you'll want one in every color.

Creatively,
Kristal
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Materials

Exposed Gold Disc Aqua/Yellow Gold, Size 25mm
A3-136
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Sterling Silver Jump Ring Open (.030) 20ga. 9mm - Pack of 10
K11-30
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Sterling Silver Jump Ring Open (.030) 20ga. (OD) 4mm (ID) 2.53mm - Pack of 10
K11-27
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Silver Filled Eyepins 24GA 2 inch - Pack of 10
S8-17
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Sterling Silver Oval Lobster 11mm - Pack of 1
K3-132
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asstd 6/0 seed beads
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Tools

WireJewelry - Ultimate Wire-Pliers Jewelry Pliers with Case, Set of 5
G15-20
  • G15-20
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  • Price: $170.72
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20 X 15 Inch Padded Work Mat
MAT-620.00
  • MAT-620.00
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  • Category: Design
  • Technique(s): Design