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Bright spot in winter
When the weather is cold and dreary it is nice to have a bright spot of color to cheer you up. 🙂
Dragon Thursday
I have been listening to a book titled Scrap Metal by Harper Fox. One of the characters is a sculptor that creates using scrap metal. When I went searching for ideas for this Dragon Thursday post and came upon these dragons, it felt like fate. 😉
I found this dragon sculpture on Pinterest which led me to this website Recycle Art.
From their website:
We don’t throw anything away.
Car and motorcycle parts, screws and gears welded together to most original and unique sculptures. These expressive figures are produced according to hand made plans, polished and painted. Our strength lies in the detail. Up to 8 meter high sculptures are dismantled in up to 10 parts. Each object is unique.
We have a large selection of sculptures in our gallery which you can order directly.
With sketches, pictures or small models, you can customize your own Recycle Art Sculpture. Whether animals or vehicles, fantasy figures, furniture, or a company logo, Recycle Art is for you.
Imagine the effect in your front entrance, showroom or at your home. We guarantee the highest attention and enthusiasm of your clients, friends and acquaintances.
Get inspired in our gallery and visit Recycle Art Shop. You can also order by mail or telephone.
They have amazing sculptures. Check out their website for all of their Scrap Metal art.
Now wouldn’t this be a fun coffee shop to go to?
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Good morning. Found this on Laughing with a mouthful of coffee, Too. Thanks for letting me share this. 😀
Dragon Thursday
I love Pinterest for finding ideas for Dragon Thursday. This week I would like to share the Etsy site of Kerribeads. They have some of the most beautiful beads I have seen. In addition to having the dragon bead that caught my attention, she also offers tutorials on making the lampwork beads. Here is more about the artist on her About section of the store:
Hello and welcome to my shop!
My name is Kerri Fuhr and I am a full-time glass bead artist, happily making beads for over 12 years here in beautiful British Columbia, Canada. My specialty is creating miniature glass “paintings”, which are ornate glass focal beads that feature landscapes, animals and dragonflies….and anything else that captures my fancy! My newest work also features bead sets with my intricate tapestry-inspired scrollwork.
While I enjoy creating jewelry collections from my beads my focus is to create beads for other jewelry designers for their own unique creations. I am happy to consider requests for certain colors and styles so please feel free to convo me with requests!
Thanks for taking the time to drop by and please check in at the end of March when I re-open the shop to see the new beads I’ll have in store for you!…
Now for the Dragons 🙂 (Click photos to go to the Etsy store)
This is the bead I found on Pinterest. It has sold, but look at that beauty. Gorgeous work.
Description from the store:
…This sly character is rich in detail and perfect for anyone who loves the mystical, fantastical world of dragons! Set against a glossy black background, this detailed dragon strikes a dramatic pose and has a rather mischievous expression! This one of a kind focal would look great with a variety of gemstone accents – every dragon’s dream!…
This bead is handcrafted with Italian glass and wound on a 3/32″ mandrel. The dragon is made from thin glass “stringer” and is melted directly into the bead. All of my beads are made fresh daily and are annealed straight from the torch in a digitally – controlled kiln for lasting durability.
focal size: 42mm x 39mm
If you want to try your hand at creating these lampwork beads, the artist sells tutorials on how to make them. The dragons shown are exquisite. (scroll through the photos on the link to the tutorial. )
Please take a look at her Etsy store. She has some wonderful tutorials for sale.
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Dragon Thursday
This week it is dragon puzzles all found on Etsy.
First up is a dragon puzzle box from Jelly Roll Box
Fire Breathing Dragon Tribal Art Puzzle Box
From the website: Dragon Puzzle Box
Measures 6.7 x 3.5 x 1.8
We make all our boxes from Beachwood, a grain neutral hardwood resistant to warping, cracking and remarkably sustainable due to its fast grow rate.
We are able to achieve a very high level of detail combining old school craftsmanship methods with modern woodworking techniques.
All our puzzle boxes are finished outside with a clear oil base and the Interior is coated (flocked) red. A clever hidden key is part of the design and needs to be removed to unlock these pieces.
Each piece also includes;
– “Felt Pads” on the bottom to prevent scratching on all surfaces.
– Rare earth magnets, this insures smooth opening and locking (larger pieces only)
– Gift box packaging option
– Everything is in stock and shipped in 1 business day USPS priority.
– 100% money back guarantee returned in 10 days
Next up is a fire breathing dragon puzzle that shows it’s fire from The Ramp Hatchery
Wooden Fire Breathing Dragon Puzzle
From the website: The dragon is having an unpleasant day, since St. George is visiting.
Hand cut from maple or walnut wood and finished with clear danish oil.
This puzzle comes from an original design with 15 pieces measuring 6 inches tall x 10 inches wide. All puzzles are hand carved. As a result, each piece is unique so the color and wood-grain will vary from puzzle to puzzle.
Choking Hazard- Small Parts
Not for children under 3 yrs.
last but not least is this adorable dragon puzzle by huebysscrollsawart
Dragon Wooden Scroll Saw Puzzle
From the website: This handmade scrollsawn puzzle would make a great gift for a grown up or child. This puzzle is fully functional.
It is made out of 3/4″ oak.
It measures about 9″ wide and 6″ tall.
I used mineral oil to finish it so it will be kid safe.
It will stand upright on its own.
The 7 puzzle pieces spell out Dragon.
I also have several other different animal puzzles. Send me a message if you dont see what you want.
Dragon Thursday
I was looking for something unusual for Dragon Thursday when I happened upon a website called Wind & Weather. They had two items that caught my eye.
It is winter here and what could be better for storing your kindling than a dragon?
Or do you need a dragon protecting your garden?
This seven foot tall dragon with solar-powered light will guard your garden day and night.
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Dragon Thursday
I love Pinterest. You can find some the most delightful things. This dragon came across my main page and I knew he had to be part of the holiday Dragon Thursdays. The artist is cosmosue on DeviantArt
The note says:
Dear Santa,
i wuld like:
1. Roller Skates
3. Plushie Fella
2. Red Rider BB Gun
4. World of Warcraft
5. ipod
Love, Frank
P.S. …another Pony
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