"Inspired by Reading" is a book club established by artist Andrew Thornton. Members read the month's selection, chosen by Andrew, then create something inspired by the book.
August's Selection: The Night Circus, by Erin Morgenstern
Publisher's description:
"The circus arrives without warning. No annoucements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is called Le Cirque des Rêves, and it is open only at night.
But behind the scenes, a fierce competition is underway: a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been trained since childhood expressly for this purpose by their mercurial instructors. Unbeknownst to them both, this is a game in which only one can be left standing. Despite the high stakes, Celia and Marco soon tumble headfirst into love, setting off a domino effect of dangerous consequences, and leaving the loves of everyone, from the performers to the patrons, hanging in the balance."
If Le Cirque des Rêves ever comes to Rochester, NY, I will be waiting at the gates at dusk, wearing my brightest crimson scarf (note my avatar). I especially love the idea of the Ice Garden, so that is my inspiration for this bracelet:
I used silver-tipped matte crystal cathedral beads, opal glass bell flowers, Swarovski Comet Argent bicones, and a floral toggle clasp from Green Girl Studios. The focal bead is a faux cinnabar bead, which I treated with embossing powders, glitter and lacquer.
I really enjoyed this charming story; I'll be reminded of it whenever I wear my bracelet!
Check out these links for other creations:
August's Selection: The Night Circus, by Erin Morgenstern
Publisher's description:"The circus arrives without warning. No annoucements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is called Le Cirque des Rêves, and it is open only at night.
But behind the scenes, a fierce competition is underway: a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been trained since childhood expressly for this purpose by their mercurial instructors. Unbeknownst to them both, this is a game in which only one can be left standing. Despite the high stakes, Celia and Marco soon tumble headfirst into love, setting off a domino effect of dangerous consequences, and leaving the loves of everyone, from the performers to the patrons, hanging in the balance."
If Le Cirque des Rêves ever comes to Rochester, NY, I will be waiting at the gates at dusk, wearing my brightest crimson scarf (note my avatar). I especially love the idea of the Ice Garden, so that is my inspiration for this bracelet:
I used silver-tipped matte crystal cathedral beads, opal glass bell flowers, Swarovski Comet Argent bicones, and a floral toggle clasp from Green Girl Studios. The focal bead is a faux cinnabar bead, which I treated with embossing powders, glitter and lacquer.
I really enjoyed this charming story; I'll be reminded of it whenever I wear my bracelet!
Check out these links for other creations:
