Artisan Jewelry Created Uniquely

4/26/2015

Pottery, Sea Glass, Sibucau Seed, Carved Coconut, Crystals and other exotics "Transcending"

The idea of using knots in my work came from my desire to communicate as the Incas did more than 1000 years ago. They created a sophisticated language device of colorful clusters of knots called “Quipu”. In Quechua (ke-choo-a), the native language of the Andes, Quipu (kee-pu) means “knot”, ”cluster of knots” or “to knot” & in their culture, it is the equivalent to writing.

Mother's day is around the corner and, well any day, I suppose, is a good day to give yourself or a friend a special and meaningful gift!
These were inspired this week! I had a few days were I could not paint in my studio and focused exclusively and intensely on creating these special pieces which will be available at Ciel Gallery starting April 28, 2015.
Best to see in person... you won't find anything like them anywhere.

India Foil Glass, Coconut, Copper, Crystal, Acai seeds, gemstones and other exotics "Rising to The Occasion"

Thoughts and inspirations determine the color palette and bead selections. By combining knots, fibers & beads of many colors, textures and places, I ultimately connect people, thoughts and inspirations.

Turquoise Howlite, carved Bone, Mexican Turquoise, Fiber, Suatainable Wood, Shell, Crystal and other exotics "On a Mission"

Tagua, Silver, Pyrite, Lapiz Lazuli

Agate, Acai Seeds and Crystals

Congolo Seed, Jade, Crystals

Pearl, Onyx, Acai Seeds, Copper, Brass, Silver, Pewter, Shell, Crystal, Carved Bone, Gemstones and other exotics

Each Quipu style Neck;lace is unique and handmade. Some are non-adjustable (long & short styles available) and have titles as each piece is made to communicate a specific thought.

"I almost think of these as my mantra for the day. I have a few of these necklaces and wear them all the time. I just love them and get asked all the time where I got them...of course I give them your name! "
-Marty, Illinois

Other knotted style necklaces are adjustable to desired length.

Beads used include: Fair Trade Beads, African metal, bone, clay, coconut, copper, crystal, fiber, gemstone, glass, recycled/repurposed material, horn, sustainable tagua and sibucau nuts, paper, pewter, porcelain, resin, cai, sustainable congolo and pachaca seeds, shell, sustainable wood, lapiz lazuli, kukui seeds sterling silver & many other exotics!