As part of my presentation to the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Society in Mt. Dora, FL in 2018, I used quotes from the writers Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Zora Neale Hurston to illustrate their struggles and perceptions and to tell their stories as I perceive them. I’ll provide some context but this is mostly a record of […]
Talisman: Lion Buddha Amulet with Vintage Metal Beads
Talisman and amulets open a different perspectives on jewelry. Instead of simply being personal adornment, they represent protection and good luck for the wearer. This is an unusual Thai amulet–the Buddha is riding a lion’s head. The interpretation depends on the viewer, but to me the combination of a graceful Thai Buddha image, rough copper bezel, […]
Very Vintage
This is my first re-work of a vintage item—a pretty black metal flower pin with very soft pink and blue colored crystals and opaque green marquis stones surrounding a dark blue center sparkly. The pin back is left on because it is relatively easy for anyone with a set of pliers to take of […]