Color Inspiration - Spring Dreams

by Nancy Chase
As spring approaches warmth and light return. We look towardsour living spaces anew. This beautiful handmade quilt is hung on the wall. It's malachite greens, dark forest, lighter turquoise, and variants of purple, red, and pink belong to the quilting tradition, and pattern name of Log Cabin.
The pattern traditionally features light colors and dark colors opposite one another creating a contrast and visual interest. Legends say lighter fabrics on one side represent the sunny side of the house, while the darker colors represent the shady side. Log cabin quilts are considered a symbol of the values and spirit of America. A living tradition.
Nancy Chase's Color Inspiration - Spring Dreams - , Wire Jewelry Design, Design, color inspiration spring dreams
Nancy Chase's Color Inspiration - Spring Dreams - , Wire Jewelry Design, Design, color inspiration spring dreams
This wire made spring knot and malachite drop bead earring is inspired by the artful quilt. Dark fuchsia purple enameled craft wire is twisted around a dowel several times, then cut. The green enameled craft wire is also made into a spring ring. Threading the two springs together, it becomes a "knot." I created 12 springs. Threading two springs together, like keys on a key ring, creates the "knot". I used an eye pin to weave through the middle of each knot to create the strand. The malachite drop bead is wire wrapped then looped onto a jump ring and attached to the strand. Make a loop on the top of the eye pin, and attach an ear wire. Now you have a new addition to put a little spring in your step !
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Materials

22 Gauge Round Green Enameled Craft Wire - 45 ft
H5-E22-45FT
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22 Gauge Round Magenta Enameled Craft Wire - 45 ft
H5-G22-45FT
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Silver Filled Jump Rings Open (.025) 22ga (OD) 3mm (ID) 1.98mm - Pack of 25
S11-12
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Silver Filled Eyepins 24GA 2 inch - Pack of 10
S8-17
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Silver Filled Earwire w/ 3mm Ball & Coil 20mm - Pack of 10
S19-26
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Tools

4-1/2 Inch Chain Nosed Pliers with Ergonomic Handles
G2-68
  • G2-68
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Premium Nylon Jaw Pliers
G2-35
  • G2-35
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Economy Flush Cutters - 5 Inches Long
G2-59
  • G2-59
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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