Look what I found putting up the Christmas lights?! It was such an unexpected gift to remind me of a book I read a long time ago. It started out where she was walking and found a cocoon that she took back to her yard and watched through the winter until the butterfly emerged. It was an analogy of change and life (and so many things). I was going through a really hard break-up at the time. This reminder was much needed because my life is happy now. Completely different. I’m about 5 hours away from my bookshelf and memory of the title is failing me! I’ll find it when I go home.
I’m always self analyzing and thinking. Do you do that? Like the cocoon and the changes I make in this life, I go through my ugly phase, a little awkward, praying to God I come out better or more “beautiful.” Sorry to get all deep after starting a post about Christmas decorating. I just wanted to acknowledge this gift.
Here’s a necklace I made with a butterfly wing after finding that cocoon. It’s symbolic. I made the necklace for a mini jewelry class video for Plaid Crafts with their bead and jewelry products to show how to string a necklace of beads. I love this pendant. I love the polka dot beads. I love the sparkle. And I love teaching other people how to make jewelry.
The awesome thing about jewelry with symbolism is that you can design it to wear as a gentle reminder of whatever you are working on or striving for (between you and God). It can be a celebration statement. In my case: Change is possible.
Keep the Faith–
Candie
Hi Candie,
Love this necklace. I was actually thinking about using the word “Morph” for an art journal class I’m taking online. Is this for sale?
Love your art!!
Warm regards,
Judy