"Pod Prince" project 5
Ok...I know we're supposed to be on project 6 of my summer jewelry making challenge but project 5 was so much fun the first time around, I decided to give it another go! This time I loaded the pod with a tiny bisque baby dug up from the grounds of a German doll factory. I've been seeing these babies around for a long time and expect to see more as more become available. Aren't they adorable?! I gave this one a tiny crown and above his crown rests a vintage aurora borealis crystal bead.
I wrapped both ends with brass wire, added a pearl drop to the bottom and wrapped him up tight with steel wire and seed beads. His pod is metal mesh lined with velvet. A very luxurious bed for a little prince! I'm thinking of giving him away at the end of the challenge. You all remember that I'm giving away one of my project pieces to a randomly drawn participant? If you're just joining us...great! Do as many or as few projects as you like. You can take a look at the ones I've completed in the photo album on the right sidebar of this blog. Check out the challenge guidelines here and have a look at the participants projects by clicking on their links on my left sidebar. I've been working on project 6, although, it's not exactly like the piece in Mary's book. So, come back for that and tales of my summer vacation as well...
