Sunday, August 24, 2008

Productive Weekend


This was a productive weekend. After coming back from CA, I have been really inspired to create once again. For the longest time, my desire had just left...the move, work, life all got in the way. I think we sometimes need a good break to see our work from a different perspective, with a clear and fresh mind. I had so many things I wanted to accomplish this weekend, and it was productive in so many ways. While out in CA, Deryn inspired me to make a piece of jewelry from a rosary that was given to me when I was about 8 or 9 years old. It always hung on my bedside and it always made me feel safe. When I was scared, I would sleep with it under my pillow. Now I can have it close by me again and close to my heart with the memories attached to it. Deryn also challanged me to use larger beads...okay, I only used three, but it's a start! I also started on some new metal work that I hope to finish up next weekend.

5 comments:

Kelly Snelling_Soulhumming.typepad.com said...

oh my gosh! three posts in two days?! who are you and what have you done with lorraine? hee, hee. i love, love, love this gorgeous necklace and hearing the story behind your rosary. it is a beautiful piece. and having it on the teabags makes it even more special 'cause that reminds me of you.

Maija said...

Beautiful necklace with such wonderful deep meaning!

MJ Alexander said...

Lorraine -

I think this necklace is just absolutely beautiful. I love the memories attached to it that make it that much more special. I am looking forward to seeing more of your work - I've been a fan for a while now!

:-) Molly

HappyDayArt! said...

I love it!

Deryn Mentock said...

Oh yes...a very nice start! Love those big honkers!