*Day of the Dead Necklace by Debbie of Crysallis Creations, Hong Kongbrass wired, mixed glass and carved crystal quartz skull 
*Sugar Skull Ring by Belinda Saville, Australiametal smithed sterling silver and ruby
amethyst, black spinel and sterling silver gemstone bracelet
metalsmithed copper and sterling silver stud earrings
*Day of the Dead Leather Cuff by Joanne Harrill of JoJoBell, United States
*Day of the Dead Leather Cuff by Joanne Harrill of JoJoBell, United States
tooled and dyed vegetable tanned leather
textile and mixed gemstone lace peridot, amethyst, coral, pearl, and vintage glass, gold plated and gold filled precious metal
sterling silver and black spinel
*Day of the Dead Skull Necklace, by Tana McLane of City Rustic Jewelry.
In Mexico, where traditions run deep, families gather to celebrate deceased family members and friends. This celebration begins November 1st and is the day to honor the deceased innocent or young children and continues thru November 2nd where adult loved ones who have passed are honored.
The Day of the Dead celebration is a time to remember and connect with those who have gone. Some families have picnics, parties, and camp at the graveside of the deceased. It is also traditional to build alters in remembrance of those who have died in the home. In ancient times, people actually brought the skulls of loved ones into the home to remember and be close to those whose souls have moved on. It is from this tradition that you now see the sugar skulls as immersed in the holiday.Etsy’s Best Kept Secret is a team of artists, creators, designers, and makers who all met while tending shops at Etsy. We are a team that offers each other encouragement, friendship, and guidance from all over the world. It really does make the world seem smaller.
*Day of the Dead Skull Necklace, by Tana McLane of City Rustic Jewelry.
Sterling Silver, Brass, Copper and Bronze metal smithed pendant on hand knotted mixed jems, stones, and sterling beaded necklace.
In Mexico, where traditions run deep, families gather to celebrate deceased family members and friends. This celebration begins November 1st and is the day to honor the deceased innocent or young children and continues thru November 2nd where adult loved ones who have passed are honored.
The Day of the Dead celebration is a time to remember and connect with those who have gone. Some families have picnics, parties, and camp at the graveside of the deceased. It is also traditional to build alters in remembrance of those who have died in the home. In ancient times, people actually brought the skulls of loved ones into the home to remember and be close to those whose souls have moved on. It is from this tradition that you now see the sugar skulls as immersed in the holiday.Etsy’s Best Kept Secret is a team of artists, creators, designers, and makers who all met while tending shops at Etsy. We are a team that offers each other encouragement, friendship, and guidance from all over the world. It really does make the world seem smaller.
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ReplyDeleteOh beautiful designs, what a cool idea to celebrate Day of the Dead!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post! Love the many different ways to celebrate the Day of the Dead! Happy Halloween everyone!:)
ReplyDeleteLovely post, Joanne! Thanks for putting this together :) It's neat to see how each person interpreted the theme!
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