I like the idea of these treasures just hanging out, adding their characteristics in the atmosphere.
Even tho some are crystals with “chakra” properties, I didn’t list those specifically because I admire the physical material that makes them who they are.
Sure rose quartz is alligned with the heart chakra, but the real manifesting of energy comes from presenting them in a comfortable fashion! I have plenty more I can add when I re rake the sand haha!!
Here is my side row of palm stones
The sand is quite fine, I got it from the craft store. There were so many colours but decided to stick neutral as the treasures already radiate uniquely.
I am happy that this has inspired you in some way! Even if it’s minimal like putting them on a shelf for display. If you can see them & you like them, it should bring some joy 😃
What kind of collection have you started if you don’t mind me asking?
I don't mind you asking at all! Just trying to think of a good way to describe it...
Small objects that I find interesting, I guess. Polished stones, minerals, a few unique coins, one glass chess piece, a pocket watch or two, the exoskeleton of a sea dragon... That sort of thing. There's more but I forget, which is the exact reason why a display would be good.
Something like this:
That’s pretty neat! I feel that would be a great way to showcase something fascinating.
Perhaps put the sea dragon skeleton in there first with sand, then gems to compliment the area.
Could have the watch hanging from above like a pendulum, and the chess piece could have googly eyes just for shock factor lol
Of course these are just my opinions, but feel free to express yourself how u wish!
Hahaha oh wow, the image of a googly-eyed chess piece made me chuckle.
Of course, thank you. I appreciate you sharing your opinions!
As for the seadragon... what I really want to do there is encase it in resin so it's safe first. It's awesome on an aesthetic and biological level because they're unreal creatures, but it also has great personal value as I found it beachcombing with my late Grandmother as a child...
It's quite fragile, though
Actually, this reminds me that I've been SCUBA diving more recently and was privileged to encounter a live Leafy Sea Dragon in Rapid Bay (South Australia). 2017-2018. Have footage of that dive somewhere...
I should really track it down, edit it, cast the exoskeleton in resin, write a post about the process and include the footage!
Never done any resin casting before so first step is research...
Nice talking to you! :]