Harvest Moon and an invitation.

I spent some today in the studio with my carving tools, making some rubber stamps and hand stamping a card for someone special.  (Shhh!  Don't tell - it's a secret!)

I posted the picture over here at my City Different Artisan facebook page.  I invite all of you on facebook to go take a look, and if you'd be so kind, like my page. 

In the meantime, I wanted to share with you some pictures I've taken of the clouds which have been flowing in the skies here.  We finally have gotten some much needed rain.  Don't you just love the smell of rain?

Coming together, with blowing wisps.

The sun was still trying to show through.

It started to smell like rain.

As summer draws to a close, I am enjoying the crisp, cool evenings, and mornings.  I've always been drawn to fall, with the changing colors, autumnal traditions, and don't forget - the Harvest Moon!  It's tomorrow night!  Do you have your crystals ready to bathe in the moonlight?  Even if it is cloudy, the energies of the Moon are there.  Also, with the Harvest Moon, in particular, it will appear full for three nights.  Happy Moon Gazing!

Delivery

Not long ago, I delivered an order of gift tags to Collected Works Bookstore, a local shop here in town.  Dorothy has owned this independent bookstore for years, and it is a Santa Fe treasure.  She added a coffee shop not long ago, which serves not only coffee, but pastries, burritos, salads and sandwiches made locally.  They have your standard cup of coffee, espresso drinks, and really good iced teas.  There is also a selection of sodas, like Izze, or Blue Sky, and always complimentary ice water, as well as bottled water.

If you're in Santa Fe, you simply must stop in an visit.  There are often talks and demonstrations going on, as well as children's story time.  The staff is well versed and friendly, and the ambience is comfortable and homey.

You'll find Kat's Kards, as well as these little gift tags there.  Be sure to ask about them, as their placement in the shop often changes.

Introductions - Bookhou - one of my favs

I've been wanting to share with you these wonderful pouches I purchased from Bookhou.  I've had them for a little while, and have already starting using them for my tools and other things I use in my jewelry making.  I simply love her work, and have several of her pieces now.  I am an avid follower of her blog, and have a huge "want" list for several of her new designs.

I hope you take a moment to look at her offerings.  I know you will love anything you might purchase from her.  And I so enjoy getting a peek into the life of her work and shop, as well as her family.  She owns a brick and mortar store in Toronto, as well as selling online.  She also recently shipped wholesale orders to Sweden!!  I am so excited for her.

I got TWO pouches!!

Dropcloth Pouch from Bookhou

Flip side of Dropcloth Pouch

I'll be back tomorrow with a peek at some orders of mine that just went out in a local shop, as well as perhaps some WIPs.

Thanks for stopping by - I appreciate each and every one of you who visits.  And I really enjoy your comments, as well.

Until next time ~ 

Leather, a cat bead, and special order.

So, here are pictures of what transpired after the collection of the supplies I shared in the last post. 

A strand of these little cat faces were acquired a long time ago.  I thought the beads were small and had planned on making them into earrings.  I received a big surprise!  I finally decided they would make perfect buttons for a braided leather bracelet.  I combined sueded leather with deerskin lacing for the construction.  I am busy making more for anyone interested in having one of their very own.  Just let me know.

This Sun and Moon wrapped leather bracelet was a special order for someone's mom.  I hope her Mother's Day is awesome, and she enjoys wearing this as much as I enjoyed making it especially for her.

I'm continuing to make more jewelry combining leather and beads and/or charms.  I'll share those when they are complete.

In the meantime, I hope you find something that sings to your creative heart, and share it with those special to you.  Until next time ~

Today In the Studio

Checking in really quickly, with a picture of what I'm working with today.  

Stay tuned to see what it becomes ~

In the Studio Today

I am enrolled in a wonderful e-course called SouLodge (click on the link to your right to see more about it).  This month, we are working with Buffalo.  I purchased a wonderful Buffalo fetish earlier this year, not knowing She would be one of our guides.  I felt called to make this necklace for myself in Her honor.

In addition to this wonderful central piece carved by Albuquerque artisan Anthony Turpen, I have included a polished stone from the Pacific Ocean, a small turquoise teardrop, and a replica of a Chinese coin.  I made the copper coils from wire to separate the pieces.  Everything is then hung from a leather cord, which is adjustable.

All of the components were purchased here in Santa Fe from a wonderful store run by Sudasi J. Clement and Ruthie Parrott, called Beadweaver.  If you're in Santa Fe, be sure to visit.  And please tell them Kat sent you ;-P.

Hearts and Roses

Here is a peek at the little gift I made for a dear friend on Valentine's day.

My way of telling her how loved she is as a very special friend.

Did you have fun creating something special for a loved one?