DLee's Gifts: Handcrafted Jewelry, Amulet Bags, Beaded Purses & Pillows

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Where do you find your inspiration? 

That's the question I keep hearing over and over about my beaded designs. 

My inspiration comes mostly from nature with the rich colors of every season.  I also like geometric designs with their fluid lines, the different shades of color cast by the setting sun, historical fashions from the Victorian Era, the bright colors and clean lines of the Retro 50's. 

And then, there's my pets.  Binky is my spoiled rotten little pug with a beautiful black coat that just shines.  Sofie is my  Maine Coon cat with the softest long gray coat and her adopted feline friend, Abigail, has a beautiful coat the color of orange maralaide. 

History also plays a part in my designs.  I like Victorian, Retro, and Early American styles.  And then there's my Swedish & Welsh heritage and the places I've lived and visited. 

Hello!  My name is DLee Babbit and I've been an avid crafter for the past 30 years.  My first project was a basket of flowers and I don't believe I'll ever forget having to sit and do 1000 French Knots.  To this very day, if it has a French Knot, I avoid it like the plague!   I love making tapestries, latch hook rugs, mosaic tiled trays & tables, polymer clay sculptures, beaded pillows, and of course, jewelry! 

I've just recently opened a storefront, and am updating all the photos.  I'll be posting new photos of my products every Friday. 

17" Czech Pressed Glass Neckclace 

This necklace is a great addition to your spring wardrobe!

Spring has arrived! All the local birds are back, the spring blooms have popped, the grass has been cut, and the weeding (and the hayfever) is well under way!

In keeping with the season, I've created several new necklaces which just shout "Spring is here!"

This necklace is 17" long, has transparent pressed glass leaves in peach, lavender, and blush and an assortment of bold, colorful glass beads.

17" Czech Pressed Glass Neckclace dlb-cpn-mlt by DLeesGifts

16" Czech Pressed Necklace 

Colors of blue

Czech pressed flowers & leaves in shades of blue glitter in the sunlight! Backs have silver or gold foil applied.

16" Czech Pressed Necklace dlb-cpn-bl by DLeesGifts

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New Spring Necklaces

Hand-crafted jewelry is one-of-a-kind. Get yours today!

17" Czech Pressed Glass Neckclace dlb-cpn-mlt by DLeesGifts

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16" Czech Pressed Necklace dlb-cpn-bl by DLeesGifts

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Spring Green Glass and Pewter dlb-grn-pwt by DLeesGifts

Spring Green Glass a...

Spider Swirl   dlb-ss-mix by DLeesGifts

Spider Swirl dlb-s...

Dark Green Necklace dlb-dkgrn-gls by DLeesGifts

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Dark Blue Leaves & Flowers dlb-cz-dkbl by DLeesGifts

Dark Blue Leaves &am...

3 colors Swarovski Crystal dlb-SC-tri by DLeesGifts

3 colors Swarovski C...

Clear Amber with Spider Swirl and pendants dlb-gl-amb-swrl by DLeesGifts

Clear Amber with Spi...

Amber Leaves & FLowers with Pendant  dlb-cz-amb by DLeesGifts

Amber Leaves & F...

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I discovered beads years ago, but started making jewelry as a way to heal my grief when my dad died the summer of '04.  My business&nbs...

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