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I look at inspiration as a part of the bead designing
process that leads to creating something. Whether the
inspiration came from a specific place, an idea or
experience or something tangible, to be inspired is usually
the first step to creating art.
Flower of the Sea Bracelet was inspired by the amazing
colors of the ocean. For this design, I kept looking at sea
anemones, as they are particularly graceful organisms that
are not plants but actually animals. These meat eaters
attach themselves to the sea floor or coral reefs and lure
their prey with their colorful flowing tentacles. The
tendrils are reminiscent of flower petals and the colors
palettes are among natures most spectacular.
The flower center is a netting variation that bezels a large
pearl. Netting continues to add structure to the flower
shape using seed beads and pearls, adding dimension. Petal
like shapes and small spike fringes add the finishing
touches to the sea flower.
Two cables, made from a netting variation, represent the
coral reefs where this sea flower calls home. The clasp is a
hidden snap that is attached to two peyote-stitched strips
that are under the sea flower.
Dimensions:
Flower is 1-5/8 inches wide. Band is 5/8 inches wide. The
bracelet is 6-3/4 inches long. |
