Danielle Du Clos "LP Record Mandala" at the Joyful Jewel

"LP Record Mandala"

Danielle Du Clos

12" Diameter, Vinyl Record, Paint

     Danielle Du Clos paints incredible mandalas on old records.  Amazingly, she does it by hand without measuring or laying it out on any kind of grid.  This design in blues, violets and yellows is quite intricate and cheerful, working it's mandala magic by drawing you toward its center.  The black of the vinyl is where the grooves reveal the canvas as a record.  The mandala hangs beautifully from the hole in the middle.

     Danielle says "I began painting these records with oils and acrylics when a neighbor asked me to take his old records and spare them from the landfill.  I love working and playing with the circle, inviting a bit of chaos in as I gradually find balance.  As a musician and nature lover (soon to be farmer) I enjoy discovering new rhythms and watching these records blossom with a new life."

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Orlan Johnson "Lidded Bowl" at the Joyful Jewel 5-2-13

"Lidded Bowl"

Orlan Johnson

Honduran Rosewood,  6" x 5"

$69

          Such exquisite wood and expert craftmanship make this a true show piece.  Orlan Johnson is indeed a master at bringing out the beauty inherit in the wood.  Marvelous patterns just under the bark, out of site until Orlan gets his hands on a piece.  This pleasingly plump and unusually-shaped bowl has a perfectly fitting  spired lid just the right length to hold onto while opening.                                ~ Mariah

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Jan Dunn "Buttocks Bowl" at the Joyful Jewel 5-1-13

"Buttocks Bowl"

Jan Dunn

Cedar Handle, Natural and Dyed Reed, 17 1/2" x 17"

$110

          I had titled this basked "Large Market Basket" until I saw that Jan Dunn had given it her own title.  I suspect it's a traditional title for this type of basket, and it is somewhat descriptive.  This basket rocks on it's twin humps and if you turn it over it is shaped like what it's title suggests.  Still, I like my own title better as you could easily use this sturdy basket to carry your cucumbers in one side and tomatoes on the other -- just right for one of my favorite summer salads.  The basket feels wonderful in your hands as you carry it with the substantial smooth cedar branch.

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Shannon Wall "Pine Needle Basket with Walnut Shell" at the Joyful Jewel 4-30-13

"Pine Needle Basket with Walnut Shell"

Shannon Wall

6" diameter, pine needles, walnut shell, reed

          Shannon Wall usually makes smaller pieces, ornaments of many pine needles and beads.  This bowl is of grand size and includes more pine needles that anyone can count! It's incredibly sturdy as well as being beautiful with not a needle tip exposed.  Shannon has dyed some of the pine needles a dark shiny navy blue and the others have handsomely weathered to a rich creamy brown.  It's hard to believe that the center is a real walnut shell because the shape is so symmetrical and strong -- but it is.  Shannon uses her proceeds from sales of these treasures for the dog rescue operation she and her husband are so devoted to.                 ~ Mariah

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Joseph Sand "Blue Lidded Pot" - pottery at the Joyful Jewel 4-28-13

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Blue Lidded Pot

Joseph Sand

8" dia. x 13" high Pottery

$125

          Time to start collecting Joseph Sand's amazing pottery.  This elegant blue pot with swirls and understated sparkle would be a perfect addition to anyone's pottery display. We fully expect that Joseph Sand will be world-known in the near future as his pottery is already in great demand.

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Siglinda Scarpa "Coffee Cup with Saucer" at the Joyful Jewel 4-27-13

"Coffee Cup with Saucer"

Siglinda Scarpa

~ 5" x 4 1/2" Pottery, $45

     How clever is this - a coffee mug or tea cup with saucer attached!  This interesting shape with it's unexpected curves and curl would feel soooo good in your hands.  The color can be described as either frosty or frothy depending on what tasty liquid is dribbling out onto the saucer.  Siglinda Scarpa, a master potter, is also the mavin of the Goathouse Refuge in Pittsboro where homeless cats find solace prior to finding their loving new homes.  Our much loved cat, Vincent Van Gogh, once lived at the Goathouse.
 

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Debbie Englund "Raku Vase" at the Joyful Jewel 4-26-13

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Raku Vase

Debbie Englund

Pottery, 4" x 11"

$75

I think this piece should be called "Rakish Raku Vase" because of all the curves and the sense of flirty motion!  Debbie is known for her fanciful face mugs but also makes curvy beautifully glazed vases and sculpture.  This one would be perfect standing by the front door greeting visitors with one gladiola.                ~ Mariah

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