When I design, I usually draw way more than I need to, then winnow things down as I go. In this case I filled up a page with boxes the exact size to fit in the pendant and started sketching. I filled all the boxes, then erased everything I didn't like. I refilled those boxes, then erased some more - until finally I liked everything on the page.
I narrowed it down to three "collections." Each pattern will have 4 pendant styles included - and right now I have 6 for each. So I need to choose the best 4 from each group. Want to help? You can click on any image to see it bigger.
And finally - what kind of finish do you all like for your frames? I'm partial to shiny silver, but they also have black patina and antique brass. Any requests for these finishes? Oh - and I forgot to mention. Each kit will come with one pattern collection - but the patterns will also be available separately for those of you who prefer to assemble your own supplies.
Thanks for you input! I love having so many fresh eyes taking a look at the choices - and I love hearing what you think! Plus it's a big help - that's why I'm giving away some loot as thanks. :-)
Happy weekend!
Best,
Wendi
I love the girl with the straight hair and drop-waisted dress. She makes me laugh.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jenny! I love her too!
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Flowers-1,4,5,6
FUN!
Girls: 1, 2, 3, 5
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Flowers: 2, 3, 4, 6
As a thank you I really want to know where the frames come from? I have some text I'd love to stitch up...
Girls: 1, 2, 4, 5
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Flowers: 1, 3, 4, 6
And I think I like the idea of shiny brass frames, myself!
Girls: 1 and 2
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Flowers: all
Girls: 1,3,4,5
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Flowers: 1,2,3,6
:)
Girls: 1,3,4,5
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Flowers: 1,3,4,6
What a clever idea, Wendi! Flowers are one of my favorite things, but on the other hand, I have 2 sweet granddaughters.
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Designs: 2, 3
Flowers: 1, 3, 5, 6
Actually, all the flowers if the shorter stems were longer making the flower heads a little higher. Stopping in the middle cuts the pendant in half.
I would like a black frame if the drawing was only in black. Otherwise I think silver would be good.
Good luck and thanks for letting me participate.
This is very difficult!
ReplyDeleteGirls: 1,2,4,5
Geo: 2,3,5,6
Flowers: 1,3,4,6 (But really, I heart them all!)
I'm digging all the Rainbow Girls and flowers. If you do the frames in the black AND brass, then I'd have one to wear with my black shoes and one to wear with my brown shoes :)
ReplyDeleteWow..these are so cute.
ReplyDeleteI like girls 1,2,4,5
Not crazy about the geometrics
LOVE all the flowers.
Like the silver frames because I only wear silver jewelry.
I love the flowers the best, 1, 3, and 4.
ReplyDeleteFor the girls, 1,2, and 5. Geo: 2-5.
But honestly, they are ALL beautiful. I'm so glad that I discovered your site. Thanks Craft Gossip! aileenbell@cox.net :) Aileen
FUN!
ReplyDeleteLove them all!
When I read you were looking for input and ideas I immediately thought "Dandelion". Voila, you have
it!! Number 2 is my very favorite.
How about FESTIVE catagory? Christmas tree, snowman, cross, valentine, sunrise, ghost?
I love the silver as it can go with anything too!
Girls: 1,2,4,5 (fave is 1 with the swirly dress and great hair!)
ReplyDeleteGeos: 2, 3, 4, 5 (lovin the argyle!)
flowers: 1, 3, 4, 5 (fave is 3 - would be gorgeous stitched up!)
All of your patterns make me happy!
hugs,
Heidi
heidig@gmali.com
1,2,4,5 of the gals
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1,2,3,4 of the flowers
I am partial to a more vintagey look, so I would go for a frame in either the black or the brass. Love the cuteness of it all!
usagypsy@hotmail.com
These are really neat, Wendi. It is hard to decide, but here is my input
ReplyDeleteLadies 1, 2, 4, 5
Geometric 2, 3, 4, 6
Flowers 1, 3, 4, 6
As for the frames I like either black or silver.
You have such a fun fresh "take" on all these patterns. Nice work!
tonilea
jiffy1212@aol.com
okay so i love all the designs. I think maybe the girls would look great with shiny brass and the flowers would look great with antique brass for the geometric ones i think any frames:)
ReplyDeleteThese are very charming! My top four in each category...
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Geometrics:1,3,5,6
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I like silver or black for frame finishes. Such fun and fresh designs!
Brilliant.Neat idea.
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Geo: 6
Flowers: 1,2,4,6
A choice betw black and antique brass would be great.Look forward to seeing what you come up with.
I love the Geometrics, especially the first 3!
ReplyDeleteI'd love a black or antique brass finish.
So excited about this!
For the girls, I like 2,4,5, and the sample at the top of the post.
ReplyDeleteI love the geometrics, except 6.
Flowers, 1,3,4,6
I think all the frame choices would be great. I can see how different colors would look good in the different frames, and different metals look good on different people. I do think Renee is right that the flowers need to be a bit taller.
Cute designs! My favorites are:
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geometry - 1,2,3,5
flowers - 1,2,3,4
I like matt antique brass and shiny silver, it depends on the design and the colours.
I love the patterns but to really sell it could you make a mixed bag of two girls, one geometric and one flower.
ReplyDeleteReally like the idea of pendants. This is a great concept and one that is hard to find anywhere.
Ladies 1, 2, 4, 6
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Flowers 2, 4, 5, 6
Gosh these are so cute Thanks and I too prefer shiny silver, something about it makes me feel warmer.
Girls - 1,3,5,6
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Flowers - 1,3,5,6
I think I'd go with either a black or brass frame.
(Great stuff here - I found you through Craft Gossip and just subscribed to your blog :).)
redheadali at sbcglobal dot net
Love your designs. On the rainbow girls, I like 1,2,3, & 5 the best. On the geometrics I like 1,2,3 & 5 the best. On the flowers I actually like them all. I personally wear silver a lot but would also consider black.
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ReplyDeleteladies: hands down-1 and 4!
geo: 3 and 6
flowers: 1 and 3
i like the shiny or black patina.
great work, good luck with narrowing them down. i would definitely buy!
ladies: 1 3 4 5
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flowers: 1 2 4 6
Silver or black for the frames
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I like the black patina frames. But you are the professional so really it should be your choice.
1, 3, 2, shiny silver! Luv them!
ReplyDeleteThese are the ones I like,first row-2-3-4-5
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third row-1-3-4-6
Good luck and I hope I win would love to be able to do these. The frame I would use is the Black. Tha k you for asking for our help.
Girls: 1,4,5
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Flower: 1,2,6
My favorites are: Geometrics 1 and 4, and Flowers 1 and 4. As far as frames go, I like the sound of all three colors, though silver has a *slight* edge over the other two, in my book. Maybe. It probably depends when you ask. Because now I'm thinking that with the right color cording, black would be more frame-y and thus nicer (but only by a little).
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I like silver frame and black 2nd best.
These are adorable!!!!
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