And then, it was time to paint more...

As seen in the picture above, I've been a busy bee, working on these painted gems.  Only one of the gems in the picture has a wire bail, but the rest may get one soon so I can start giving some as gifts and listing others.

I have so many ideas on things I want to paint on my main gems... and may use some painted mini gems for my Arachne necklace (or jewelry set).  I'm so incredibly excited!