It is the day of the Bead Peeps Swap N Hop 18 reveal. Organised by Linda Anderson, this annual event encourages beaders across the globe to come together, exchange beads and create jewelry. My partner for the 2018 hop is Ms. Lori Schneider. Find all about her and the beads I sent her in the Beady […]
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Nymphaea Necklace for March ABS
Both Lilies and Lotus flowers are extraordinary. Unlike a rose or a jasmine which is worn in the hair, a lotus is primarily meant for offering to the Gods and lily is used for gifting or decoration. Hindus consider lotus as a symbol of wealth and prosperity as it is the seat of Goddess Mahalakshmi. […]
Of Andal and Srivilliputtur
In my post on celebrating Margazhi with Kolam I mentioned that it is impossible to talk about Margazhi without discussing the Poetess Saint Andal. But to do that first, I must discuss Srivilliputtur, her hometown, which also happens to be my mother’s hometown. Here are my memories about the place along with the jewelry inspired by […]
DEC ABS Beaded Tulip Necklace
As 2017 comes to a close, here is my entry for DEC ABS, the beaded Tulip Necklace. Every time I attempt an Art bead scene challenge, I try to create a piece inspired by the intended form, mood and feel of the painting. Though I create wearable, tangible pieces, the interpretation is often abstract or stylised. […]
Ornament design challenge
Art Elements Ornament design challenge is here with crafters all over the world participating with their creative entries. As usual, I had great plans for the hop. Recycled Ornaments with Gota, CD doodles, and fabric ornaments, all topped my list of items to do. Only when I got a reminder mail from AJE, I realised […]
7th Annual Ornament Hop with Mandalas
Mandalas – ritualistic shapes within a circle or a square that represents the universe or connects to it mainly during a tantric ritual. They can be self expression circles created by doodling as developed by the psychologist Carl Jung as a part of Art Therapy. Its the season of harmony; it is the season of […]
Dyed Pearl Necklace
I am a big fan of Niky sayers. I love how she domes coins and sets stones in them turning them into wonderful charms, clasps and keepsakes. Naturally, I was delighted when I was chosen as one of the draw winners to participate in this month’s Art Elements challenge. I was sent a little “Hare” […]