My Shop: Prayer Bracelets & guest post

May 23, 2012


Handmade PRAYER BRACELET With Vintage Religious Medal/Amulet

There will be more cake.
Oh.
There will be more...but first
a few littles new in the shop.
I sewed a couple vintage religious medals
(amulets) with linen thread to
comfy newish stretchy bracelets.

They are feminine.
They create a reminder to pray,
to hope, to get over ourselves.


Beaded PRAYER BRACELET With Vintage Religious Medal
bracelet

Also, wouldn't they be perfect
for a bride?

I learned I am not a natural at sewing,
but I wanted to take a small risk
and join the old with the new
for a blended creation.
I know I'll get better.


Handmade PRAYER BRACELET With Vintage Religious Medal/Amulet
bracelet

Inspired by some of my old chaplet bracelets
I don't wear for style, but to which I
occasionally cling when grieving
or considering a serious matter.


Beaded PRAYER Bracelet With Vintage RELIGIOUS MEDAL
bracelet

These are that sort of bracelet.
Not necessarily for blinging.


Vintage Aurora Borealis Necklace With Religious Amulet/Medal
necklace

But for clinging.

Th piece above is a necklace and is old through and through.
A vintage amulet joined with an old aurora borealis necklace.


Incredible VINTAGE ROSARY With Aurora Borealis and Silver Crucifix
rosary

This rosary in the shop is probably circa 1980's,
and I can't seem to collect enough of
these to drape over a candlestick,
a lamp...it's endless really.

Incredible VINTAGE ROSARY With Aurora Borealis and Silver Crucifix
another view of the rosary

Beaded PRAYER BRACELET Bracelet With Vintage Religious Amulet
another greiege prayer bracelet


Thanks for peeking at my shop...
if you care to catch glimpses of my home,
Stacey (one of my favorite Chicagoland bloggers!)
is featuring it right here today.
Would love to have you visit over there.

Peace to you right where you are.





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21 comments

  1. Fleaing France & French Shopping ToursMay 23, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    The bracelets are so pretty. I understand the addiction to the old rosaries. I pick them up at the brocantes constantly. They are just too pretty to leave behind!

    Have a great remainder of the week!

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  2. HAMPTON HOSTESSMay 23, 2012 at 9:02 PM

    So delicate and lovely--the rosary is especially beautiful, such a personal piece. Would be perfect for bride! Thanks for lovely comment today-it means so much to me! xxBarbara

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  3. The enchanted homeMay 24, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    So beautiful and so ethereal, perfect for a bride or a Holy communion gift, sweet 16, can think of many...fabulous as always Michele!

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  4. Acquired ObjectsMay 24, 2012 at 8:15 AM

    I have a piece of statuary in my studio that I keep draping with rosaries and I think she needs one more!

    XX
    Debra~

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  5. Splendid SassMay 24, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    Well your wares are gorgeous and very meaningful, Michele!
    Thank you for sharing your heart with us.
    Happy Thursday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  6. KarenaMay 24, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    I adore these, they are so precious and special!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  7. Barbara@HausDesignMay 24, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Those are lovely - I agree, perfect for a bride, or perhaps a daughter going off to college (or maybe better for a worried Mom :)). I'm off to check out your home feature!

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  8. I Dream OfMay 24, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    These are so precious. Love the old joined with the new -- which would make them perfect for a bride. Just got back from Stacey's and love, love, love your home. Love the white, the chandeliers, and that it reflects you. Gorgeous! And how did I miss the CAKE post. Delicious. XO

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  9. AnonymousMay 24, 2012 at 3:39 PM

    Sweet and sublime no matter the artist' sewing ability. I am doing the same with some very old tarnished rosaries....marrying them with some very old creamy faded pearls and other. Visited Stacey and your gorgeous home. Such a treat. :)

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  10. micheleMay 24, 2012 at 4:02 PM

    smiling

    we are never too old
    to try new things,
    create new pretties.

    thank you for your kind words!

    :)

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  11. LeslieMay 24, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    Michele,

    These are so sweet and feminine. I am especially fond of the cross and rosary. These pieces would make a nice graduation or bridal gift! A definite keep-sake :).

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  12. Decor de ProvenceMay 24, 2012 at 7:53 PM

    Definitely heirloom pieces... they're beautiful!
    Only the best when it comes to your taste! Thanks for sharing beautiful lady!

    much love,
    Des

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  13. KathysueMay 24, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    Michele these are so beautiful, not just in the way they look but the sentiment in which you made them. I love your little sentence about not just for blinging but for clinging. Happy Thursday sweet friend, xo Kathysue

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  14. AnonymousMay 25, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    Thank you for making these gorgeous bracelets!!! I immediately purchased one for my sister-in-law who is battling breast cancer. Please make more so I can share with my loved ones....including my grandmother who is 96.

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  15. Splendid WillowMay 25, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    Looking beautiful my friend. Very you. (And me!).

    Wishing you a long and relaxing weekend, my friend.

    Let's chat next week.

    Love to you,

    Mon

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  16. Privet and HollyMay 25, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    A double-scoop
    of loveliness today.
    Off to take a peek
    at your home and
    at your shop....

    Happy Weekend,
    xo Suzanne

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  17. Decor To AdoreMay 26, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    I just love what you did with the French medals. I am keeping your shop in mind for future brides.

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  18. AnnMay 27, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    Oh its lovely and
    I think it would be so lucky too.

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  19. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageMay 30, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    How pretty! I love the way the light makes the beads sparkle and shimmer. ;)

    Thanks for linking to Time Travel Thursday, Michele. Hope to see you at the party each week.

    Blessings,
    Liz @ The Brambleberry Cottage

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  20. UnknownMay 30, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    These are so beautiful and would make such a precious gift! Oooh your talent just never ends my dear! xxx

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  21. Rose :: Fine Craft Guild .comMay 31, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    these are absolutely ... divine! beautiful! thank you for sharing.

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