This is a Hamsa , Hamesh or Hand of Fatima. It is an apotropic amulet of protection . It is believed to protect one from the envious and/or the evil eye. The word Hamsa means 5, refers to the digits of the hand. I thought it was a very nice amulet that needed to beContinue reading ““Hamsa” protection”
Tag Archives: North Pole
What is she beading now?
I wanted to work with Blue. Don’t know why, it is not what I consider one of my favorite colors. I like “Spirit Dolls” & “Fairies” so, I have combined the two. This should be interesting.
Young couple checking out the neighborhood
We had our first robin in the yard today. I have heard them for the past week, this is the first one that spent some time in the yard. It sprinkled rain this afternoon, so I got some beading done. While taking a break I noticed this couple walking down my driveway. It is always goodContinue reading “Young couple checking out the neighborhood”
Blending In
This snowshoe hare hangs out in my front yard every morning, and spends late afternoon – early evening in the back yard. It is nice to watch him change color with the season.
The Mask, so far…
This is turning out ok. So far I am happy with it. Still trying to figure out how I will get the bridge of the nose done?
45 degrees!
The battle for territory has started. These guys and gals are running from daybreak til dark. They do stop to eat the fallen bird seed. All in all a beautiful day.
Tulip Progress
Little bit of beading today. The Red makes me happy. It is another warm and sunny day here in North Pole, Alaska.
New Bead Piece Started
This is going to be a framed piece. Lots of beads to make a Tulip! Feeling like Spring. I will post as it progresses.
River Walk
Turned out to be a nice afternoon, went for a walk along the Chena River.
Alaskan Sunset
The days are getting longer. Can’t wait to “Spring Forward.”
Beautiful Day
A break from beading.
Bead Art by Deb McQueen 