The colours of things to come

[sister_raphael]

I've had requests for momento mori paternosters in other colours, so this year I will offer green rock crystal and several shades of pink rhodochrosite also for those who want something to match their mood. As previously mentioned in an earlier post, I'm attending some ren- faire type events this year, and are able to have some medieval themed goods for sale. 

Lots of ladies love pink and green... and purple too, I suppose... so the non-reenactor public can choose these if they like. I think I've seen green in medieval art, but pink and purple, not at all. However, as these are momento mori, the ones with the little skull gauds, I think they'll be a real hit! 

Of course, plain stone, beech, sandlewood and pearwood are also available for those wanting a more historically accurate set. Tassels in wool or silk depending on the wood or stone and all handmade by me. 

Comments

[badly_knitted]

I love rhodochrosite, but it's so expensive now. Looking forward to seeing the pic when you get is posted!

[sister_raphael]

This must be low grade, as it wasn't too expensive.

[badly_knitted]

It's very pretty, even if it is!

[sister_raphael]

[badly_knitted]

So pretty! One of my favourite semi-precious stones.

[cmcmck]

Purple was an expensive colour and therefore royal.

[sister_raphael]

For fabric, yes! Less so when it comes to gem stones which were of more interest for their perceived properties.