What drew my attention was his latest collection which he calls "Masons on Acid" jewelry. It's his take on evil eye, a kind of protection jewelry. As far as I know, it's a steampunk first.
He makes his jewelry from doll parts, old charms, etched metal and whatever he can find. He writes a blog and features his amazing creations on his Flickr photostream.
Evil eye beads go back centuries and can be found in many cultures. They were meant to protect one from harm caused by the envy of others. The staring eye is intended to deflect back the malicious "gaze" such was the superstitious fear. In some Middle Eastern cultures like in Turkey, the beads sometimes feature hands with palms forward as if to signal "Halt, you evil bad luck!" You could say evil eye jewelry is an anti-jinx talisman.
Other Evil Eye posts:
- Warring States Lamp Work Bracelet (Origin of Warring States beads)
- Nazar Boncugu - Turkish evil eye beads
- Catherinette Rings - Steampunk Mastery
- How to make a Steampunk Ring (also explains what steampunk is)
- How to make a Beaded Steampunk Bracelet
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I actually think this is very cool, altho not for me at 61:-)
ReplyDeleteLove his work!! I was just reading about the history of evil eye beads, and then your post popped up!
ReplyDeleteI'm not fond of the eyes - but put a stone where those eyes are and I really like his pieces! I looked at his shop, really neat stuff. Yes, I did say neat. It's a good thing.
ReplyDeleteI love how you always find the most unique jewelry and then share it with us.
ReplyDeleteWhat unique designs! I love the combination of styles and materials.
ReplyDeleteFar out! (yes, I did say that)and thank you. Nice to hear some interesting (and positive) comments on my work. Rapt!
ReplyDeleteYou're definitely allowed to say "Far Out" but my kids don't let me do that! LOL!
ReplyDeleteThose look cool! Probably would not wear it (not my style) but sounds like I should definitely contact him so we can have him on our evil eye blog
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