Ceramic Necklaces and a thank you

Back at the beading studio this weekend.  Here are some new pieces using Round Rabbit pendants, and my first use of silk fibre.
Relic


Sahara

I've struggled to get back to the bead table as I am now missing my creative partner, maine coon cat Max, who loved to hang out with me and check out the beads. Max lost his battle with kidney sickness at the young age of 4 years and we had to let him go - we are all devastated. Sasha, his sister, is puzzled and is looking for him all the time, and our home is very quiet without the gentle giant. We were very privileged to have him in our lives.

Thank you for your kind messages over the past couple of weeks - it has meant a great deal to us.








Comments

  1. Vintajia Adornments2 April 2012 at 16:47

    Sad sad news Vicki. It's amazing how one small animal can leave such hole in your heart, so wrap the pain with sweet memories and your heart will heal
    xx
    Greer

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  2. Julie3 April 2012 at 16:02

    I'm sorry to hear about Max. Our furred friends are so special and they always leave us too soon.

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  3. Narrative jewelry7 April 2012 at 01:33

    Happy to see you're back on jewelry Vicki, love the necklaces, beautiful colours.
    I am pretty sure that Max is supervising what you are creating, and helping you to find the courage.
    With love from France.
    Vero

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  4. sasha + max studio8 April 2012 at 20:31

    Thank you all for your lovely comments - its one day at a time for us- you are very kind, and your words will help our hearts heal xx

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