Jewelry Making Resources | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Earrings

Crafted with a blend of crystal, glass and gold-toned accents, these festive earrings capture the essence of antique blown-glass ornaments, creating a timeless and elegant look.

Design Idea PG3G

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Bib-Style Necklace

The polish of beaded jewelry and the wearability of a scarf meld together in this rustic patchwork necklace.

Design Idea K726

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Karat

Discover the essence of gold fineness through its standard measure—the karat.

Bracelet

Inspired by the strategic tangling of octopi tentacles mid-swim, this energetic bracelet is a fun, yet formal.

Design Idea K725

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Ornament

Carol R. Davis has created a Winter Swirl of festive sparkle with this ornament. Let her creativity inspire you to transform ordinary polystyrene balls into something magical!

Design Idea A8HU

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Bib-Style Necklace

Make a bold floral fashion statement with this necklace featuring an amethyst geode emerging from the purple and orange beaded blossoms.

Design Idea K71Y

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Bib-Style Necklace

Celebrate seasonal blooms in style with the sunflower heads blossoming from the beaded tendril of this radiant floral necklace.

Design Idea K71X

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Home Décor Tapestry

Continue the cycle of artists inspiring artists. This beaded wall hanging is based off a cross stich pattern and inspired by a painting.

Design Idea K71R

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Single-Strand Necklace

A blissful beaded dragonfly zooms about the trumpeting spring blooms of this garden-inspired necklace.

Design Idea K71Q

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Earrings

Adorn your ears with rainbow swirls earrings, where Crystal Passions® beads dance in vibrant harmony, casting a spectrum of elegance.

Design Idea A8FG

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Bib-Style Necklace

Kristina Joseph's grand prize-winning design "Briar Rose" claimed the grand prize with its breath of rich detail and innovation. The central stone can be swapped!

Design Idea K71N

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Earrings

Dangly copper textured disc earrings are both simple and stunning – they are sure to turn heads. Hand-made copper components fashioned by Lisa Pavelka, mixed media artist and educator.

Design Idea K712

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Bib-Style Necklace

Anne Stokes brilliantly intertwines the elegance of cultured freshwater pearls with a chainmaille-inspired design in her captivating Pearl Net Necklace.

Design Idea A8CQ

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Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Create this brightly colored bib necklace with several strands of Czech glass druk beads to make a big statement.

Design Idea K70D

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Single-Strand Necklace, Ring and Earring Set

Using a few faceted stones and a variety of settings, you can easily create this simple and elegant jewelry set.

Design Idea K70B

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Freeform lapis lazuli focals make a powerful statement necklace. Pyrite beads enhance the golden sparkles in this regal gemstone.

Design Idea K627

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Earrings

Crystal Passions® elements and Czech glass "icicles" create a blizzard of wintry sparkle in these earrings.

Design Idea K623

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How to Use Bead Cones

Cones are a great, professional way to end multi-strand designs. This video shows how to utilize them in your jewelry creations.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Stitch a sweeping seed bead detail across a crystal focal to mimic this design's decorative "belt."

Design Idea K61Z

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Earrings

Jingle all the way with these bright and festive statement earrings featuring colorful bells.

Design Idea K616

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Chain and wire highlight beautiful thulite gemstones simply and elegantly in this jewelry set.

Design Idea K604

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Earrings

Bring the holiday cheer everywhere you go with these Christmas bell earrings.

Design Idea K555

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Single-Strand Necklace

Sterling silver and turquoise are always a classic pairing, and bamboo coral gives this long dangling necklace just that extra flash of flair.

Design Idea K54S

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Earrings

Apoxie® Sculpt does double duty in these gemstone earrings, holding the filigree focals together and adding a pop of color.

Design Idea K54B

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Memory Wire Bracelet

Why stop at snowmen earrings when you can wrap them 'round your wrist, too?

Design Idea K548

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Wind Chime

Create this holly-day inspired wind chime to enjoy sound of twinkles this magical season.

Design Idea K53X

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Bracelet

The matte finish of Delica® seed beads give this loomed design a satisfying smoothness and a consistent color saturation.

Design Idea K51H

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How to Use Molding Compound

Want to make replicas of some of your unique stations or duplicate hard-to-find vintage buttons.? Learn how to use molding compound to recreate even fragile items.

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Bracelet

An eclectic mix of drops decorate this unique bracelet design. Rivets bind the focals together without the use of a torch for creative cold connections.

Design Idea A73H

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Candy Earrings

Lampworked glass beads become sweet earrings with this candy-inspired design with full step-by-step instructions. Beautiful and quick to make, these easy-to-assemble earrings are ideal for group beading projects and gift-giving.

Design Idea 935B

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Wireworked Pendant

Crafted with sinuous shapes of sterling silver wire, this minimalist design exudes elegance in its simplicity. The sleek lines create an understated yet captivating accessory.

Design Idea A73C

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Dream Catcher

This Native American-inspired dreamcatcher wind chime is a fun project that can easily be designed and modified to suit your own style.

Design Idea K508

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Pendant

Travel through a labyrinth as you trace the path crafted from sterling silver wire. The addition of gold-filled wire creates a striking contrast.

Design Idea A73B

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Bowl

Laura Burlis created this deceptively complex, piece of décor filled with hidden details. You can really see the natural beauty from which she drew her inspiration.

Design Idea K42C

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Bracelet

Are you brave enough to stroll through the Haunted Pumpkin Patch? This bracelet is ooh-zing with spooky season vibes.

Design Idea A72G

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Home Décor Dragon

You can find inspiration for your designs anywhere. Designer Laura Burlis found hers at the beach and transformed a piece of driftwood into "Drifting Dragon".

Design Idea K42A

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Candy Corn Earrings

Czech glass beads stack up to resemble a classic snack in these fun and whimsical earrings.

Design Idea A72F

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Home Décor Lamp

Bring the magic of a moonlit garden to the side table of your home with this embellished lamp by Becky Miller.

Design Idea K429

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Bracelet and Earring Set

Diamond-cut sterling silver chains flow from large jump rings in this eye-catching bracelet design.

Design Idea A667

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Snowman Earrings

Bring a little bling to your holiday earring designs. Clear crystal with an iridescent AB coating gives the traditional Mr. Snowman a bit of sparkle.

Design Idea A54S

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Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Look and feel like a queen whenever and wherever you wear this elegant gold and garnet necklace.

Design Idea G80W

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Snowman Earrings

Change up your jolly snowmen earring designs by using various kinds of crystal-clear beads for an icy effect, perfect for a stroll through a winter wonderland.

Design Idea A53U

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Double-Strand Bracelet

Curved bar links and Crystal Passions® bicones artfully conjure a shimmering flock of butterflies. Let them dance gracefully across your wrist, adding a touch of whimsy to your ensemble.

Design Idea A535

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Earrings

Imitate the orbits of the planets, moons and other celestial bodies with this pair of earrings. Wirework and briolette beads create a science-inspired project.

Design Idea G80F

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Earrings

Honeybee earstuds bring a touch of sweetness to these floral earrings made with petal-like Pip beads and juicy honey-yellow crystals.

Design Idea MJ2D

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Earrings

Vivid blue seed beads match the marbled colors of lapis lazuli and sunset dumortierite. The sunburst shape of these hoop earrings falls right in line with modern trends.

Design Idea MJ2B

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Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Go wild in this explosive floral creation by Becky Miller.

Design Idea K428

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Earrings

Take a stroll through Amanda Senger's twilight garden in this luminous earring set.

Design Idea K427

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Christmas Tree

Incorporate the iconic Christmas tree not only into your earring designs, but even your jewelry displays with a mini Christmas tree and these fun presentation ideas.

Design Idea A465

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Bracelet, Earring and Ring Set

Drawing from Nordic myths, Cath Thomas created this gauntlet for the goddess of snow and hunting, Skadi. Included into the beaded "metal" are runes of good health, luck and peace.

Design Idea K728

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Bracelet

Feel as light and free as a bug fluttering along in the breeze wearing this bracelet. Seed beads in bee colors are sure to make people buzz about this design.

Design Idea MJ22

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Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Amanda Senger captures the color and joy of an early summer day with this art inspired jewelry set.

Design Idea K426

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Bracelet

Let the good times roll with a Mardi Gras inspired bracelet project. Of course, you can change the color scheme to fit any holiday, occasion or favorite combinations.

Design Idea G78A

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Stick Pin

Add lively movement to a stick pin with a beaded border! Purple and gold beads dangle from jump rings and wonderfully compliment the paua shell focal.

Design Idea A85D

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

The custom design possibilities with crafting paper and glass cabochon focals is endless. This design showcases a floral motif with coordinating beads.

Design Idea G70W

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Earrings

Variegated wire and matching crystals transform simple hoop earrings into a colorful, festive design.

Design Idea MK3W

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Earrings

Good fortune awaits in these Celtic-inspired earrings featuring knotwork drops and brilliant gold-tone components.

Design Idea MK3Q

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Pendant

Just because something is basic doesn’t mean it’s not beautiful. Rhonda Chase proves this point elegantly with her fashionable "Rudimentary Wrap Pendant" necklace.

Design Idea A34R

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Bracelet

Natalia Pedersen's Blue Denim Style Bracelet is a masterful creation, drawing inspiration from Barbara Ellis's "Forever in Blue Jeans" tutorial featured in the 2009 Beadwork Magazine. This clever seed-beaded design won the Silver Medal in our 2010 jewelry-making contest.

Design Idea A41A

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Bracelet

This design requires minimal materials but appears incredibly complex. This classy chic chainmaille bracelet is simple to create using a Byzantine weave.

Design Idea G62T

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Bracelet

Blending showpiece and timepiece, this bracelet design will look fantastic gracing the wrist of any steampunk enthusiast.

Design Idea A40L

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Wireworked Earrings

These earrings take inspiration from steampunk, Southwestern, industrial and reclaimed jewelry trends, making this piece an easy, attractive sale for jewelry lines.

Design Idea MK3D

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Elegant in its simplicity, this necklace and earring set features beautiful larimar teardrop gemstones set in sterling silver for a minimalist and elegant ensemble.

Design Idea A325

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Earrings

The soft pink and purple shades in these earrings give the flower theme an even more delicate appearance.

Design Idea A39S

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Bracelet

This visually complex, but simple, chainmaille technique is using gunmetal-plated and anodized aluminum jump rings to add eye-catching color and texture to this single-strand bracelet.

Design Idea G62S

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Double-Strand Bracelet

Flutter by in style and sparkle with this butteryfly bracelet made with Crystal Passions® crystal.

Design Idea A32B

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Rainbow Catcher

Embellish driftwood with sparkle to channel enchanting boho or woodland vibes. Czech fire-polished beads, German crystal prisms and seed beads infuse your space with rainbows.

Design Idea 9A4B

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How to Set Up a Beading Loom

Not sure how to set up the threads on a loom for weaving? In-house jewelry designer Rose shows you just how easy setting up a loom--or warping--can be.

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Earrings

Rainbow moonstone and metal sheet form a cascading pair of earrings reminiscent of the moon and stars. Texturized elements and gemstone drops further this design's beauty.

Design Idea MK3C

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Bracelet

Deck your wrist with twinkling, gleaming Czech glass beads and gleaming gold-toned accents this holiday season.

Design Idea 9B1M

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Earrings

Create festive snowflake earrings in this quick-and-easy project. See all the materials you'll need and follow along while using your favorite beads and charms.

Design Idea G55W

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Choker-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Take inspiration from this floral set and transform colorful wire into delicate blossoms that will make you feel as pretty as a rose.

Design Idea MK3B

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How to Make a Right-Angle Weave

A versatile stitch for jewelry makers, right-angle weave can be used with seed beads, crystals and more. Learn this stitch with these step-by-step instructions.

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Earrings

Copper and purple are a dynamic combination, as showcased in this earring design. The red tones in the copper accentuate the pinkish cast of the satin-finished Czech glass beads, while the blue undertones in the purple beautifully complement the copper.

Design Idea 9A46

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Earrings

Circular disks with dangling paddle pins and Celestial Crystal® beads give chandelier earrings an all-new meaning with this eye-catching 3D earring set.

Design Idea C10X

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Wire spirals and vibrant green crystals are transformed into a cheery spring set.

Design Idea MK3A

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How to Make Jewelry Findings with Wire

In this video, you'll learn how to make your own ear wires, jump rings, head pins, eye pins, clasps, bails and more.

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Toy Soldier Earrings

Learn how to create these adorable toy soldier earrings in this step-by-step project.

Design Idea 8B6N

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Single-Strand Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set

Spring has sprung on Margaret Gunn’s beautiful beaded necklace and earring set, using intricate strands of seed beads as a vibrantly blooming tangle of ivy.

Design Idea 0037

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Candy Cane Earrings

There’s no mistaking the red and white colors of a holiday Christmas Cane. Share your Christmas spirit with this pair of iconic crystal earrings.

Design Idea 8B6M

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Christmas jewelry takes on a new life in this project. Colorful wire and seed beads make a wreath necklace and earring set that’s easy to create and customize.

Design Idea G55N

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How to Use Easy Cast® Resin for DIY Jewelry Making

Join Patti as she shows you how to create custom pendants with resin and other crafty supplies.

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Bracelet

Peyote stitching, even thousands of years later, continues to be a staple way to create beaded jewelry. See how Delica® beads can take peyote stitch bracelets to new heights.

Design Idea B151

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Convertible Triple-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

This floral necklace set can be worn in a variety of ways for endless style. Layer pieces as you please for a personalized touch.

Design Idea MK2Z

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Bracelet

Promotional quality gemstone beads have never looked better than in this chainmaille bracelet that highlights their natural beauty.

Design Idea NF3E

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Earrings

Hexagons are the bestagons! Show your love for six-sided sharpness with these seed-beaded earrings pulled together with supple Nymo thread.

Design Idea NF3C

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Single-Strand Necklace

Beautiful blues and comfortable suede come together for this fantastic piece that is as artful as it is comfortable.

Design Idea NF37

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Bib-Style Necklace

Inspired by the cool blues and greys of a moonlight night, Rosalind R Burch’s Night Spirit encompasses the feeling of staring up at a star-filled sky.

Design Idea PE2T

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Rich oranges, browns and golds bring a warm glow to the rose quartz cabochon in this intricately stitched design.

Design Idea MJ23

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Three-Piece Necklace and Earring Set

This four-piece set is full of eye-catching detail, looping wire and luxurious accents for a look that’s fit for fashion royalty.

Design Idea MK2X

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Three-Piece Bracelet and Earring Set

Tila beads in on-trend purple, gold and copper tones compose a funky jewelry set, especially when paired with a matching druzy centerpiece.

Design Idea MJ24

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Stitched seed beads in stunning pastels look like lace and provide a colorful accent to matching crystal points and gold-tone metal.

Design Idea MJ27

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Intricate beadwork meets one-of-a-kind style in this project. A sweet, beaded-tassel necklace and earrings are the perfect complement to a variety of looks.

Design Idea L92Z

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Earrings

Chrysoprase is believed by many to promote happiness so these earrings will surely spread joy. Made with beading hoops, this design is easy to re-create.

Design Idea MJ36

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Double-Strand Bracelet

Popular in both male and female jewelry as a symbol of interconnectedness, Celtic knots make simple yet sentimental gifts for loved ones.

Design Idea L92Y

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Two-Piece Necklace and Earring Set

Play with the natural pattern of shell and gemstones in this sleek and modern jewelry set. The uniform shape keeps things consistent while vivid colors bring the piece alive.

Design Idea MK2C

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