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?