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“Zen” gift set

I’d made my ex a mala bracelet a while back, which he promptly broke. So, I promised to make him a new one. Since I was also considering starting to try to make jewelry to sell one day, I decided to make an entire gift set to go along with the mala.

It took me a little while, but…

The mala itself is made out of beads he picked, including a stone skull, & mood beads. I added a seashell charm because he likes the water, & made it out of macrame hemp so that it would be more durable. While it could easily be worn as a bracelet, it’s meant to be more of a pocket charm. I included a painted rock from the creek in the mountains, & an ATC that lists types of meditation.

I doubt he’s been meditating…

Especially lately, with working full time, even though that’s when he should probably be doing it most. But he liked the gift. I was pretty pleased with it too!

Halloween Art Jar & ATC

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I always liked lots of little things displayed together in…bigger things. Dioramas, shadowboxes, jars…they’re neat! I bought myself & my cousin each a jar from a personal art sale down in the mountains of NY over the summer, & I decided to experiment with a jar of my own. Since Halloween was approaching at the time, I made a little Halloween art jar!

Easy Assembly

I used lots of Dollar Tree items, including : a jar, black gravel, orange confetti, Halloween stickers, Mod Podge, & a fake tealight candle. I also painted a rock from the creek on my aunt’s vacation property & turned him into a ghost. I didn’t glue down the gravel because I didn’t want to risk being able to see the glue, & I just set everything together on top of it. That way, it can always be fixed or changed. I Mod Podged some fabric onto the lid, screwed it on tight, & wrapped some ribbon around it. It was a lot of fun to make!

A Little Something Extra…

I also tied a friendship bracelet around the lid to attach the gift tag I’d made (not really shown). My aunt appreciated the amount of work that went into the whole thing. While I was working on the tag, I decided to make an ATC (Artist Trading Card) to match :

Welcome to Zen Blitz!

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My first blog post of the amazing journey ahead – how nerve-wracking!!! I hope to introduce everyone to a handmade craft line I’ve been inspired to create, Zen Blitz. I try to live my life, & help others; I hope this blog inspires others to do the same. Through my crafts, I hope to learn, meditate, & challenge my creativity, while creating things for others to enjoy.

20170921_192055 — from an “adult” coloring book by Sasha O’Hara

About Me

I invite you to view my about me page which I will link to future blog posts. Also, be sure to follow me on social media :

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Genres

While I can be a bit of a wildcard (I like lots of colors!), I’m going to try to focus most of my jewelry on spiritual and/or steampunk inspiration. I love to support local spiritual establishments, and have always felt that handmade items hold their own special energy, & potential. I’ve always had an interest in steampunk fashion, but my boyfriend’s interest has brought it to one of my main inspirations. His input & support are what drive me.

My Journey

I’m starting by trying to simply build a brand & a community while making things to sell in the (somewhat far) future. Be sure to follow my journey by following me here on WordPress, & follow me on social media as well.