Thursday, January 10, 2013

Self - December 2012 Bead Journal Project


A few days late, but 2012 is complete!

My December rune stone represents the force of self-knowledge; if we are willing to evaluate and embrace both our strengths and faults, we can become forces in our own future and lives.


My found object is a small beveled mirror, salvaged from an Edwardian purse - it is quite flawed, only allowing a true reflection in bits and pieces. Our self-knowledge is usually equally flawed, distorted and glimpsed in tiny, isolated portions.


Bands of peyote stitch bind the mirror to the stone - just as we are bound by our flawed perceptions.


2012 is complete, but I don't think I'm finished exploring this concept; expect more rune stones in the future.


4 comments:

  1. What a project for the year!! They all turned out so beautiful and your descriptions are so insightful. Great, great project. What will 2013 bring? Happy Beading

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  2. Wow. Stunning. That mirror is a great find!

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  3. Gorgeous! Can't wait to see 2013's creations!

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  4. A fabulous year of beading, Kelly. The thoughts woven into your pieces are equally valuable.

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