I recently had the opportunity to photograph this necklace I made many years ago.
It was created at a time when I was making applique wall hangings - using similar motifs.
The materials are enamel over copper,with brass wire and wooden beads.
It's strange feeling reconnecting with it again ...... like greeting an old friend!
Circle of friends
I love how these Russian dolls have different expressions.....
The inset illustration is from a Russian fairy tale
In the old Celtic calendar this is Samhain, the half way point between the Autumn Equinox and the Winter Solstice. The time when spirits of our ancestors return for a brief visit.
In the Northern Hemisphere we now move into the darkest part of the year.
Wishing you peace and joy on your journey ..... wherever you are
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Hello kindred..what a super beautiful tribute to this meaningful time of year..your images and pictures-collage are magical...awesome!! Love those dolls..very beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAnd your creations are always stunning and special!
Blessings to you
HUgs
Love your picture collage it makes me want to hear the Russian fairy tale...and that candle at the end is so peaceful and beautiful it's so simple but I found it touching. Have a Happy Halloween.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post! Thank you so much for linking up with Guest Heart Thursday - the necklace you made is so beautiful - I can see why it feels like visiting an old friend!
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures - have an amazing quiet dark time :-)
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ReplyDeleteWonderful settings. You are always an inspiration. Love your necklace and those Russian dolls are perfect. You have a happy day and wonderful journey in life. Take care. Great to see you.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful necklace creation and love the variety of photos ~ all very beautiful and colorful!
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend to you!
artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)
The necklace is pretty! And I like your circle of friends, the dolls are beautiful. Neat shots of the crow or is it a raven? Wonderful post and images! Thank you for sharing your post with my critter party.. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteEileen it's a carrion crow .....
DeleteA delightfulpost. A fascinating necklace design and the collage captures the spirit of your autumn season beauitfully.
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your pretty photos. Love those colors!
ReplyDeleteLove the Rose and candle shot. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteYour collage is beautifully composed. It would look great on the front cover of a romantic Russian tale. Have a lovely weekend.
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ReplyDeleteI love your copper enameling, I did some too many years ago, it seems rather timeless. I like your colors and textures. The Babushka dolls do all seem to have a different expression. They look a lot like a set I had. The days are rapidly getting shorter, I try to find indoor crafts to take the place of the outdoor ones. I will be so happy when the days start getting longer again. The candle looks so inviting and cheerful.
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ReplyDeletePassei para uma visita.
Suas fotos são incrivelmente belas e artísticas.
Parabéns pelo lindo blog!
Bom fim de semana!
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I love the rose. The Russian dolls are fun. I have a friend who collects them and she has a lot of different ones.
ReplyDeleteI have a small collection of those pretty Russian dolls...they are special aren't they? Enjoy your weekend! Sweet hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteCarrion, Mr. Crow!
ReplyDeleteLovely shots.
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Beautiful necklace. I like those small wooden toys the freinds of circle.
ReplyDeleteThere is a very special, exciting atmosphere in your post. The Russian dolls really seem to have very different personalities, each of them.
ReplyDeleteThank you and have a lovely week!
Your necklace is lovely. Wonderful post to honor this time of year. Very atmospheric.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful collection of treasures Ruby.
ReplyDeleteThe necklace is unique and pretty against your crafted background. I have a set of nesting Russian dolls, I'll have to check their faces. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to Mosaic Monday Ruby.
What an interesting subject for photos. You are right about all the different expressions on their faces. Nicely done.
ReplyDeleteThat's such a sweet photo of the Russian dolls all gathered around the candle.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful images as we enter the dark part of the year...and I love that amazing necklace.
ReplyDeleteA thoughtful - and beautiful too - post, full of atmosphere. The necklace has a fierce almost, and bright energy, reminiscent of native American craft or so I feel.
ReplyDeleteHappy that a Crow person has flown in. this makes the darkness full of light
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Your necklace is so lovely! I like it. "The circle of friends" makes me feel comfortable and warm. The blackness of crow emphasizes the dim light around it.
ReplyDeleteHere autumn colors are getting beautiful. Enjoy your autumn, Ruby.
Dear Ruby – How lovely your old friend necklace and the Russian dolls! I also like the red cloth with beads where they are displayed on. I’m more interested in the tradition of Samhain from the ancient Celtic than modern Halloween. I think there are similarities in Celtic and Japanese thoughts for night which is so magical and enchanted.
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dearest, i have been away yet today marks my return. nothing could brighten my journey more than the gift of your light. i hope you will join me.
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