Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Art Elements February Challenge Birds of Prey--Owls


Photo by Richard Lee on Unsplash
Photo by Richard Lee on Unsplash

February's Art Elements Challenge sponsored by Cathy Spivey Mendola is birds of prey. I am very fond using owls in my jewelry and this bird happens to be an excellent hunter in both the day and night which makes the owl perfect for this challenge. 


Photo by Richard Lee on Unsplash

I love watching owls fly as they move stealthy when looking for their prey. Their prey includes invertebrates such as insects, spiders, earthworms, snails and crabs. Fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds and small mammals are also part of the owl diet.

Leather Owl Bracelet by BayMoonDesign
Leather Owl Bracelet by BayMoonDesign
Earlier in the month, I blogged about this leather owl bracelet with a magnetic clasp. I designed a single strand leather bracelet using 10 mm. flat Italian leather. This leather reminded me of tree bark. I love owls so I couldn't resist an owl slider that seemed a natural fit with the leather. I used a silver magnetic clasp. To put my spin on the bracelet,  I used Super glue to attach metal spacers to two beads that I had in my stash and then glued the beads to the leather. I love the fun look!
Modern Owl Bracelet by BayMoonDesign
Modern Owl Bracelet by BayMoonDesign
My second creation inspired by birds of prey is this modern owl bracelet with a chunky chain and orange leather combined with art beads in reddish orange, beige and brown beads. The red brown lamp work beads are by artisan Susan Kennedy. Ceramic owl focal and other handmade beads are by artist Sandra Sapienza.

 Grab a hot beverage and enjoy seeing what everyone else was inspired to write.
Guests:
Kathy  You are here.

Team Members: 

Cathy  Hostess!



Photo by James Wainscoat on Unsplash
Photo by James Wainscoat on Unsplash



Thank you Cathy for hosting challenge.


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23 comments:

  1. CatFebruary 28, 2019 at 4:30 AM

    Both pieces are very cool!

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  2. SueBeadsFebruary 28, 2019 at 9:27 AM

    Fantastic bracelets Kathy!

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  3. CraftyHopeFebruary 28, 2019 at 9:51 AM

    Kathy, Both of your bracelets are so unique and distinctive. Of the two, I think the second with all its artisan elements and your special touches is my favorite. But, they're both fabulous.

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  4. Dry GulchFebruary 28, 2019 at 10:19 AM

    I love owls too! Love your fun colors, and the "tree" leather is fab.

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  5. Cathy Spivey MendolaFebruary 28, 2019 at 10:25 AM

    Love both of your bracelets! It seems everyone loves owls as much as I do. And several people had made owl pieces just prior to the theme announcment. You must have ESP;-)

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  6. ChelleFebruary 28, 2019 at 10:41 AM

    Love both of your owls. The leather owl is gorgeous. great job.

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  7. Tammy AdamsFebruary 28, 2019 at 11:50 AM

    Both bracelets are super fun. The color combination in the bead and chain bracelet is a great setting for the ceramic owl bead.

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  8. LesleyFebruary 28, 2019 at 1:31 PM

    Greta designs Kathy - especially like the leather version.

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  9. CarolineFebruary 28, 2019 at 2:27 PM

    Lovely designs I really like the leather in the first one. It was the perfect choice!

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  10. LindsayFebruary 28, 2019 at 9:37 PM

    Thank you for playing along with us again! I love your modern owl bracelet - it looks like it would be fun and comfortable to wear.

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  11. bairozanMarch 1, 2019 at 7:10 AM

    I love the steampunk feel of the first bracelet but also the pop of color of the second! Owls are inspiring, aren't they :)

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  12. AnitaMarch 1, 2019 at 9:20 AM

    What fun bracelets, Kathy! I love how they're so different from each other in construction and look.

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  13. Chic Chix and ChampagneMarch 1, 2019 at 10:48 AM

    First thought: that guy's photos are amazing! I love both of your bracelets, of course, I'm partial to leather. On the second 'modern with chain' one, how is it fastened? I don't think it's a stretchy bracelet is it? Alysen

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    1. baymoondesignMarch 2, 2019 at 6:54 AM

      I used a hook and it is attached with the leather.

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  14. SaraccinoMarch 1, 2019 at 4:33 PM

    Both bracelets are lovely! I especially love the combination of color and beads in the second one, they work so great together! :)

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  15. LaneyMarch 2, 2019 at 7:01 AM

    OOo I love those bracelets especially the magnetic/leather clasp one. The second one has so much colour in it yet a muted palette, very effective. Nice work :D

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  16. Niky SayersMarch 3, 2019 at 4:16 AM

    What lovely wearable pieces you created!

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  17. EB Bead and Metal Works, LLCMarch 3, 2019 at 10:54 AM

    Aren't owls just awesome! I love, love, love the leather bracelet! I love the color combination of the second bracelet! Both turned out beautiful!

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  18. Marsha of Marsha Neal StudioMarch 4, 2019 at 10:41 AM

    These are Fantastic Kathy! Sorry for the late commenting - I had to get Chrome to get Google to allow me to log in to comment...

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  19. JennyMarch 4, 2019 at 5:29 PM

    What fun bracelets - the ceramic owl looks like faux ivory. Great choices. Glad you could join us! Sorry i was a bit late to the hop!

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  20. Sarajo WenltingMarch 13, 2019 at 3:35 PM

    Sorry to be hopping so late, Kathy! Both your owl bracelets are super cute!

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