Holiday 2014: Indie Gifts

Gossamer felted scarf
 A one-of-a-kind piece!



Teal & Rust translucent felted scarf
Made-to-Order
Available at Vavoosh

Summery 2-in-1 Waterfall Poncho-Scarf Wraps

Above: Summer Felted Silk-Merino Poncho
It also functions as a scarf.

Felted Poncho, also functions as a scarf 

Summer Accessories 2014: Scarf, Shawl, Jewelry

Light and airy on a fresh white silk base

Red with Blue for All Seasons

Handpainted Silk Scarf with Cracked Agate Nuggets Necklace

Vibrant Color

 SOLD OUT:  Festival Necklace: Silver, charms & semi-precious stones

Blue Luna Trunk Show: Accessories, Jewelry, Illuma Perfumes

Trunk Show at Blue Luna

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Trunk Show at Blue Luna!

New pieces will be introduced at Blue Luna Boutique on Lake Street in beautiful Kirkland, Washington

............and my natural perfumes! 

Knotted Gemstone Necklaces

Fluorite, agate, Czech glass Triple-Strand Necklace

Baroque Pearls & Smoky Topaz Crystals

Fossil Stone & Crystals

Aventurine with Agate & Crystals

Bling in Blue - Mixed Gemstones & Crystals

Baroque Pearls & Crystals

Agate, Chrysocolla & Cystals

Wearable Glass: Stained Glass Jewelry

Ombre Reds Cathedral Glass

Large Slab Pendant ~ Ring Mottle Glass

Large Slab Pendant ~ Iridescent Glass

Assymetrical Statement Pendant Necklace

Butterfly Wing Motif

Large Slab Pendant - Yellow/Amber Ring Mottle Glass

Minimal Long Dangle Earrings - Teal Crackle Glass

Tassel Pendant

Penannular Pins: Living Antiquity

Celtic-Irish Penannular Brooch, Circa 6th Century AD

Originating in ancient Roman and Celtic cultures circa 200 AD, penannular brooches became widespread throughout Britain and northern European regions. In medieval times, ornate versions of penannular pins appeared with variations in shape, etched or stamped patterns, and application of jewels. These functional brooches became status symbols that conveyed the rank and wealth of the wearer. Today, the penannular pin is sometimes referred to as Celtic Brooch or Viking Cloak Pin. 

Used to fasten clothing, penannular brooches are forged metal rings or hoop-shapes with a small gap, and a movable attached pin.  The attached pin slides along the outer ring and slips through the opening. The pin is pushed through the layers of fabric and then slipped through the gap, securing the clothing within the ring. (Scroll down for instructions)

Modern Penannular Pin, 2009, by Andria Senini

 

My version of this medieval brooch is forged of copper, then hardened for several hours in a tumbler.  

Celtic Inspired Copper Brooch, 2007 by Andria Senini

These pins are the perfect gift, being affordable, functional and so elegant. They're intended for use with knitted or woven scarves, shawls and wraps, or cardigans. They're sturdy and perfect for heavy to medium weight fabrics.   

River Dance Penannular Pins, 2008, by Andria Senini

How to Use a Pennanular Pin:  Insert the pin through the layers of fabric, then align the pin with the opening & push it underneath the ring. Turn the ring so the pin is approximately perpendicular to the opening