Dragon Horde

I made this necklace several years ago. I had it up for sell until I heard that Laura Mears was no longer offering the porcelain dragon pendants. I then found myself not wanting to part with it. She is an amazing artist and you can buy her current pieces from Beyond Beads

This necklace is very long. I created it so that other pieces could be worn with it for a layered look. There are pearls, turquoise, amethyst, and vintage buttons in this piece. The lovely amethyst chips and turquoise came from a friend’s online business Magpie Gemstones and if you have not checked out her site you will want to. She carries a fantastic selection at very affordable prices.

Corchen

Corchen the Snake Goddess

Most are probably familiar with the snake goddess of the Minoan people, an image that conjures up a seminude woman consorting with snakes. Corchen is an ancient Celtic goddess who also has an affinity for snakes. While a great deal of information is lost to the modern person, much can be speculated. Nude woman and snakes are not uncommon imagery and are thought to symbolize fertility. A serpentine line is invoked in this piece.

Knotted Purse

Another project finished. I have a friend who has a birthday coming up, so I made this purse for her. I got the pattern from Better Homes and Gardens. It was really easy and it only took me one night to put together. Now I need to fill it up with goodies before I drop it in the mail.

Swan Mask

Sorry I have been away so long. Currently I am spending my days stripping old paint off of kitchen cupboards, a job I do not recommend to anyone. Surprisingly our little house has 24 cupboards in need of some serious care...


But the good news is that I finished a beaded mask I started on years ago.

I started this mask so long ago that I cannot remember why I stopped working on it.

I now think I need to make a costume to go with this mask. Maybe once the kitchen is done.

Spring Goodies

I love spring; it is my favorite time of the year. Everything is green, the trees are budding out and flowers are beginning to awaken from their winter slumber. Anything seems possible in the spring. I have been known to leave little goodies on doorsteps at this time of year and this year will be no exception. In honor of spring I created paper cones and filled them with a selection of candy, teas, and seeds. I added glittery initials and a ribbon for easy door hanging.