Comments on: Subtle Color Changes Make Significant Design Improvement

By: colorforbeadartists

colorforbeadartists — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:10:55 +0000

Thanks, Aleta – as long as I’ve been a part of the beading community (over 20 years now) I’ve been in awe of the generosity. Its magical. It changes people.

By: Aleta

Aleta — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:20:00 +0000

You captured the spirit of beaders so beautifully! Beaders are a unique group. I love the sharing and kindness. One day I hope to go on a Beading Cruise Looking forward to reading your next blog post about the experience!

By: colorforbeadartists

colorforbeadartists — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:45:46 +0000

Thanks, Erin. Its true, many would have stopped at the first earring – that indeed is the difference between mediocre design and very good design. As for focal points, my eye craves them (as do most eyes). Not having one can cripple a piece of jewelry.

By: Erin Prais-Hintz

Erin Prais-Hintz — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:51:02 +0000

That is a really informative post. Sometimes a design needs a ‘rest’ before going out into the world to see what works and what doesn’t. I am sure that many people would have stopped at the original version of these earrings and not seen the potential that a slight shift in design could make. I agree that creating a focal point and leading the eye is so very important in a design. It is the difference between a good design and a great one. Thanks for sharing your inspiration, Margie!
Enjoy the day!
Erin