The Enchanted World of Art

You know being a mom is the most rewarding thing, and it is surely an adventure! But the truth is sometimes I feel ordinary. I wake up each morning and comb my ordinary hair, and put on my ordinary comfy t-shirt and capris.

I step into the kitchen to make my ordinary bowl of cereal. And this begins my mostly ordinary day. Granted there are the days where I am pulling my little monkey off of the chandelier, but for the most part things are predictable.

But every other day I have the opportunity to be whisked away to a magical land full of color and sparkle. Some days I am in a beautiful candy land, and some is a whimsical forest.

I love art, and I love the places it can take me. I can get lost in the images that dance in my head as I'm creating. Each art piece is it's own adventure. The other day I was working on a jewelry piece for a very talented friend Robin Sweet. The colors requested where rich purples and Burgundy. The creative process was splendid considering the different challenges I faced.

For starters I wanted to use unique chain that was old and worn. I found some at a flea market booth where vintage jewelry was sold. The chain was beautiful but the color was off. I decided to buy it anyways and research how to oxidize it myself. The end result was wonderful and the feeling of success was delightful. We tend to be our worst critics, so I find that when something does go well I try to grab on to that feeling of accomplishment, even in the little things.

Next for the color. Surprisingly the colors where harder to come by than I thought. I searched all over for vintage items with garnet in them, but still no luck. In the end I decided to purchase some new items with purple in them, and then replace a few stones in a vintage piece I already had at home. Now that I had my main pieces it was easy to find stunning beads to go along.

I sat down with my collection of rich colors and beautiful golds and brass. It was now time to put my creation together. Almost like a fairy tale I could see my mind start to wonder with swirling gold glitter circling a sea of beautiful thoughts and images.

The beautiful rich colored pieces in front of me provoked me to think of things such as rich wines in beautiful goblets of brass and rooms with soft velvet curtains, embroidery and brass moldings. These colors radiated the feel of royalty, and in my fairy tale I was a queen. I could visualize my beautiful gown and the long flowing necklace that adored my neck as I glided across the room.

Despite my often ordinary situation my project guided me through a enchanted paradise of royal splendor and allowed me to take a much needed deep breath. Just enough refreshment to carry me through the day, but also enough to keep me wanting and entice me to return tomorrow.

Where does your art adventures take you?

Robin, I had a BLAST making you this necklace, I hope you too feel like royalty when you were it!

Thanks for stopping by!

Comments

[icandy...]

Oh, the jewelry... the banner... Im in love!Christinaxox

[Connie]

Where can I get some of your cupcakes images, sugar? I saw some on another blog but dont see a shop here on your blog unless Im missing something, which is ENTIRELY possible for this ol chick!xoxo,ConnieThanks, sweetpea....

[Robin - gilded cage design]

What a way cool story Cassandra!! It is truly stunning!! Will look great with my 70s rock star vibe. xoxoRobin

[Sarah]

What a gorgeous necklace!

[Terri Gordon]

Cassandra, your necklace is beautiful. Robin is a lucky girl. I love all the different textures, you really have a good eye. Thanks for sharing your story, I have lots of days like that. It was fun.

[overthetopstudios]

Cassandra,This necklace id truley gorgeous and I love the story you tell putting it together. It just reminded me of a fairytale. Thanks for sharing it with us.Amada

[KJ McLean]

When I was a little girl, I would often sit down with my godmothers treasure chest -- a jewelry box filled with glittery, pretty things.This necklace reminded me so much of those happy days. Thank you for sharing!

[Bunty]

Your jewellery is gorgeous Cassandra - you are so talented. And a great story teller too - I dont have the imagination for that Im afraid - too darn practical!!!Barbara :)

[Alison Gibbs]

Cassandra what a beautiful creationAlison

[Terri]

Absolutely gorgeous! Robin will just love this!

[GWENDOLYN KAY]

I just finished looking at your etsy shop. Stunning beauties in there. On fridays on my blog, I post a charming shopping experiance. Usually at a store I visit in person. This week I did not get out and I was wondering if I could post your etsy store on my blog? I will asume yes, unless I hear differently. Thanks! Blessings!Gwen

[GWENDOLYN KAY]

Wow! this necklace you made is a masterpiece! I love it, so elegant and stunning. It looks like something I would wear. I like to wear Big pieces. I always think, why where jewelry if it is too small to be seen... Of course there are exceptions... like special gifts from loved ones that have sentimental reasons. As for being ordinary... a girl with this much talent is far from it. You have inspired me. Blessings!Gwen

[Jennifer Hayslip]

P.S. I LOOOOVE your new blog banner!!! BEAUTIFUL!!!! :)

[Jennifer Hayslip]

Cassandra,What a GORGEOUS post! I love that you share your thoughts about your ordinary day. I too feel like that everyday. My little studio is where my head floats in the clouds and I dream and create magic. I love that many of us can connect on that level. The necklace you made for Robin turned out stunning! I love the rich royal colors! Gorgeous work Cassandra! Have a lovely weekend! Xo,Jenn

[Sophia]

What an amazing and stunning necklace!! Wow! You are incredibly talented!

[Shabby Cottage Shops]

What a fabulous necklace and blog! I was blog hopping and was so lucky to find yours, I am following you and invite you to come and follow us at Shabby Cottage Shops!Happy Holidays!

[Bryanna Lenan]

I am feeling really down today but as I read your post I sure could relate... thanks for taking me to a good place with you!! Im so excited about the Marie event in 2011... with your imagination and creativity we are in for a wonderful AWESOME weekend... xo Bryanna

[Rhondamum]

Im not surprised that I love what you made. You are so talented Cassandra and I hope that you do know that without a doubt. I love your story of an ordinary day. I can so relate but know that I am blessed. Have a fabulous weekend! R...

[Charlie]

What a fabulous piece of art.Love it!

[Grace]

what georgeous treasures! Grace

[roc]

what a beautiful necklace. its absolutely spectacular!!

[Andrea]

The necklace is so very pretty, actually all your jewelry is!