giving thanks

Since Michael and I did not to head to our families this Thanksgiving we decided to host a little Thanksgiving dinner at our place. A few of our close friends came over for the feast that Michael and I prepared. I was so excited about Michael and I’s dinner a few weeks ahead of time I decided to make a table setting, with last minute attendees I had to finish up three extra settings the day off admist the cooking and I did it just in time. I even was able to rest and get ready for the event! Now that never happens, thank goodness for my wonderful man Satyavan *don’t be confused he goes by Michael.

So here is the table setting that I put together. I placed bird or tree appliques on the table cloth, place mats as well as on the cloth napkins. Each person had a little name card I photoshopped to look like the napkins I made. The floral arrangement was inspired by Martha Stewart, she had a great video for mums and I couldn’t resist! I had to use lots of candles by Vance Kitira ofcourse..and the setting was complete by Fire and Light candle holders and glasses.

I was going to use our dishware and then decided I didn’t want to do the clean up so used the nifty biodegradable/compostable plates. I didn’t regret that choice. And surprisingly everyone loved the name cards and wanted to take them home. Thanks for reading and I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving….and now we are onward to Christmas! Can't wait to post the recent projects from the after thanksgiving push towards a merry home!

semi precious

I was inspired when I went into the city this weekend and met a fellow crafter that also loves working with silver, shells, pearls, and gems. When I got home and I went and did it, i pulled out my jewelry supplies. And I have a lot! Once a year I enter a wonderful event that is in support of local artisans of all make and kinds; crafters, dancers, musicians, clowns, everything you can imagine. It gets bigger each year and hotter too…But this year I decided I should start early and get some of my inventory started.

I named my small business Natural Objects as I work with natural elements, no plastic nor glass. Although I have nothing against those items I just love working with the natural elements of semi precious, stone, shell, coconut, pearl, wood and bone. They hold such a warmth and energy. I usually do primarily jewelry but this year I think I will diversify and bring in more of my sewn objects as well.

I am going to post some newer wire work I have been doing really soon. I can't wait for my camera to work again! Here are some shots of the earrings I made this summer...