Before Christmas, I treated myself to a little present...this gorgeous necklace by talented artist Dee Wilder. Dee is a wizard with polymer clay, as you can see.
Her pieces are incredibly detailed and lifelike. The flowers look like you could pluck them from the vine and the other pieces, well...
These bird skulls make you think she must have picked them up on a nature walk through the woods. Dee painstakingly makes each piece perfect. I plan to use these as soon as I can get back to my bench.
I was thrilled to get this gorgeous cabochon from Dee. I occasionally like to use elements that are a little dark or quirky so Dee's things really appeal to me. It was hard to photograph this cab properly because of the high shine on the dome. The colors are rich and the piece is full of gold leaf and sparkling inclusions. Look for this in an upcoming piece of my jewelry as well.
Isn't this bracelet fabulous? No, it's not a real antler but, who could tell? If you haven't seen Dee's work, do yourself a favor and take a few minutes to look. You'll be amazed!
I enjoyed all of the lovelies here...your husband and friend seem so amazing. Your photography is so incredible, as always.
Posted by: Cindy | Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 12:23 AM
I love Dee's work and am thrilled to see it here! She deserves the exposure! :D
Posted by: Carol Dean Sharpe | Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 09:09 PM
Hi Deryn! Wow, before I read this post, I thought that was a real flower. Yes, she's got a talent for replicating nature. I also wanted to thank you for the "Wrap it Up" tutorial in the latest Belle Armoire Jewelry mag! The photos and your work are stunning. You've inspired me again!
Happy Holidays! ~Christine
Posted by: Christine | Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 09:09 PM
Yes Deryn, beautiful work.
Happy holidays!!!
Posted by: karen cole | Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 09:09 PM
WOW these are some really neat pieces. I was especially taken in by the antler though. You'd never know it wasn't real.
Posted by: Brenda Marie | Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 09:01 AM
OMG - love when you link amazing pieces - stunning works.
Happy New Year to you and your family, hoope its filled with only good things and much success,
xox
Posted by: Judy Wilkenfeld | Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 07:53 PM
WOW what stunning work I will check out her Link thanks for sharing
Jen
Posted by: jen crossley | Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 01:09 PM
golly golly those are beautiful pieces. i didn't know about her before so thank you so much, deryn, for sharing her work. she is very talented. i cannot wait to see what you do with those little bird skulls!
Posted by: kelly snelling | Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 01:09 PM
Thank you so much, Deryn! I read your blog religiously and was thrilled to see some of my pieces here.
Posted by: Dee Wilder | Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 01:09 PM
I like it all! I'm off to see more of Dee's work. Thanks for sharing the eye candy.
Posted by: sherry goodloe | Friday, December 26, 2008 at 08:28 PM
thankyou for the link - her bangles are just amazing.
Posted by: belvedere beads | Friday, December 26, 2008 at 08:28 PM