Gina, I need to add that I have also watched you from your early days. I was at the same place when you started working with 2 holed beads more. I’m in awe of what you’ve done during a time when I’ve barely gotten the courage to design! Because of you, I will do more of my own design! I promise! Prayers!!
2 years ago | 2
Hi Gina, first of all, I would like to thank you for all the beautiful tutorials, unboxings and reviews of all the beautiful designs that you have created. I remember when I came across your channel. I was and still am intrigued by all the beautiful pieces you have created. I've even made some pieces from your videos as gifts to family and friends. I understand perfectly how sometimes you have to step back and take care of your health. I love and appreciate you and your talent and will pray for healing and strength for you and your family. Take as much time as you need and remember you are well loved. God bless you and sending prayers up! :D :D <3 <3 <3
2 years ago | 2
Gina, your unboxing of the first Gemstone Orphanage box got me hooked on "adopting" them. You have a lovely way of describing, explaining, showing, instructing...I've learned so much from your tutorials...and am grateful to be able to watch and re-watch while you take a much deserved breather. Be well...
2 years ago | 1
Your library of past videos will keep me entertained for a long time. My your health issues quickly resolve themselves and May the rest of 2023 bring you and your family great joy and contentment.
2 years ago | 2
Hi Gina, first of all, thank you very much for all the wonderful content and tutorials that you've given us! It's been amazing, thoughtful, inspiring and lots of fun. Next, take care of yourself, we love you and will continue to support you, the channel and your business. You're important to us and your health comes first, so make sure to take care of it. You've created a seemingly endless wealth of information in videos that I'm still discovering. All this to say "Thanks, take care, and we love you!"
2 years ago | 13
Nothing is more important than your health. You absolutely should take all of the time you need. We will be waiting when you come back. I love your channel!!
2 years ago | 6
Hey Gina! First & foremost, prayers for you during this time. Second, you have been such an inspiration to me. I had given up with my jewelry making venture, but your videos convinced me to do the therapy I needed. I know what it's like to have to step back from what you love doing in order to take care of yourself. We'll still be here 🙂. God Bless 🙏
2 years ago | 5
Hi Gina! You are one of the first you tube channels I started watching when I started learning how to make jewelry! As others have said, thank you very very much for all your unboxings, tutorials, and finished projects. Best wishes and prayers for overcoming your health issues. I hope you are well soon. Hope to see back in a few months.
2 years ago | 5
I subscribed to Orchid and Opal within the last year. I've completely enjoyed everything I've seen enough to know that the most important thing is for you to take care of yourself. All your followers will be here waiting when you're ready to come back. Our prayers are with you.
2 years ago | 2
I have sincerely appreciated all you have contributed to my experiences as a beader! You are very talented and I pray that you heal and the your goals become clearer!
2 years ago | 1
Dear Gina, please take good care of yourself. You as others deserve to take time off when it is needed. We'll be here waiting for your comeback and your lovely tutorials. Blessings and love for fast healing. 🥰😊
2 years ago (edited) | 2
I applaud you for knowing when to take a step back especially for health reasons. You are an amazing designer and presenter. I wish you a speedy recovery. ❤️
2 years ago | 0
Wish you all the best! Complete and quick recovery are my prayers for you. Take all the time you need for you, we will all be here when you are better and ready to come back. Love you
2 years ago | 2
Thank you for all the wonderful videos you have shared with us. You will be very much missed, but health comes first.
2 years ago | 1
Gina, my prayers go out to you, so you may heal quickly. I want to tell you that I have followed you for 3 years, creating beautiful pieces. And I will continue to watch your videos cause I learned so much from you. May you return with health and blessings so you can keep sharing your creativity and awesome knowledge with us all.
2 years ago | 1
Praying for you, Bead goddess and take all the time you need and deserve!
2 years ago | 1
Dear Gina, please take very good care of yourself and spend healing time with those nearest and dearest to you. Thank-you for all the amazing content you have shared. You have inspired and taught so much to so many! Sending healing hugs and love. Be blessed dear lady. xxxx
2 years ago | 2
Thank you for all you have done. You've taught me so much. Take care, and prayers to help you overcome whatever you are dealing with. I will look forward to your return. God bless and thank you
2 years ago | 0
Gina, thank you for your update! Please know that you will be greatly missed. I have been following you for quite a few years and so admire your creativeness and your tutorials. I am so sorry to hear you are taking a leave of absence but definitely understand. I will be praying for healing and good health. I live in Colonial Heights which is not that far fro you, so if I can help in any way, please let me know. 🥰
2 years ago | 3
Gina, I was just thinking of you yesterday and missing seeing your inspirations and what you’ve taught me! You take care of you! It is ALWAYS ok to step back when you need to! No one needs and deserves a break more than you! Wishing you wellness and restful recovery, or, at least, some restoration!
2 years ago | 1
Orchid and Opal Jewelry & Beads
Dear viewers, supporters, and friends of Orchid and Opal,
It's with much careful consideration that I have decided to make the very difficult decision to take a leave of absence from creating new video content for Orchid and Opal during the months of August and September (if this time-frame should change, I will follow-up). For five whirlwind years, I have immensely enjoyed seeing my channel/business grow to where it is today, with your support, and I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to each one of YOU for being a part of this journey!!
While I don't foresee this journey being over anytime soon, I do see the need to officially announce stepping back for at least a couple of months, primarily to deal with a personal health issue, and secondly to evaluate the long-term plans/goals pertaining to the future success and growth of Orchid and Opal.
Please continue to enjoy watching past content, and share the videos with your other beading friends!! I hope to be back before you know it, and in better working order. ;-). In the meantime, you will still see some limited, pre-arranged videos pop-up, but unfortunately my response to comments during this time will continue to be very limited. Please don't let that hinder you from commenting, though, and know it is nothing personal. I truly appreciate each and every one of you, and hope you all have a fantastic summer of bead creativity, and warmer weather!!
Best,
Gina 💜💜💜
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