Do you ever have days when people don’t take you seriously, then wonder why they are left a little singed? Maybe it’s time to give them some friendly advice. 😉
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Dragon
Dragon Thursday
It’s a sign.
😉
This one was found on DeviantArt. Titled Dragon Crossing by artist Ryu Sonja
Found on Amazon
The last sign was found on Etsy at SignsandStrings
Dragon Thursday
Once again Pinterest led me to an interesting website. This week it’s Art Gone Haywire. The artist is Cory Carstens. They have many different styles of wire art. I especially like the dragons.
I love the detail.
You can find more wonderful wire sculptures by clicking the links below.
http://www.facebook.com/gonehaywire
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtGoneHaywire
Enjoy,
Melyna
Dragon Thursday
In my search for all things dragon related, I found this wonderful pottery site that had beautiful dragon mugs and dishes. The site is Page Pottery – Turning Mud To Stone
The handmade pottery you see here was created by Kristen and J.R. Page. Their pottery studio is in North Carolina, USA. You can find out more about their studio and pottery on their tumblr site pagepottery.tumblr.com
Clicking on the photos below will take you to the buy link for each item. Take a moment to explore their site. They have many beautiful creations.
Dragon Dinnerware Place Setting
Dragon Thursday
Good morning!
I happened across another wonderful dragon artist on Pinterest this week. Her name is Heidi Buck and she has a lovely website called. The Dragons of Heidi Buck.
I have been working in the garden and around the house this week. We are already seeing wildflowers and butterflies. This drawing of a Thistle dragon and butterfly by Heidi Buck are perfect.
When you visit her site, you will find all types of dragons. They are wonderful. The artist also has a Zazzle shop where you can buy her gorgeous dragons: The Dragons of Heidi Buck
I hope you take a moment to explore her dragons.
❤
Melyna
Dragon Thursday
Good morning!
Today’s Dragon Thursday has two of my favorite things. Coffee and blue dragons. The artist is HBruton on DeviantArt
Please visit this artists page. She has many lovely fantasy pieces for sale. She also takes commissions. I could spend hours looking through her portfolio.
Dragon Thursday
I have decided to learn to knit. I love outdoor things like gardening and hiking, so this was an idea that I had entertained, but never really pursued. It is a bit frustrating (as I was warned it would be), but like any thing, else, it takes practice and patience.
I went to Pinterest to look for information for beginner knitters and leapfrogged to this tumblr blog Queer-Knits because they had a Pinterest link to a great Sea dragon shawl by Ambah O’Brien.
Inspired by sea creatures real and imagined, the Sea Dragon Shawl is knit from side to side, with short rows forming a shallow crescent shape. Its comfortable proportions are perfect for wrapping around the neck scarf-style or wearing around the shoulders. Choose between a small or large Sea Dragon Shawl and showcase your favourite yarn: go crazy with your leftover yarn stash and knit each segment in a different colour, use a gradient or variegated yarn, or go with your favourite solid colour combination.
Suitable for adventurous beginners, techniques include: simple short rows, picking up stitches, simple increases and decreases.
You can buy the pattern on Ravelry.
It states that the pattern is suitable for adventurous beginners. I am not there yet, but some day. 🙂
Melyna
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?
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.
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.
Coffee and Captured Moments 