Sleeping Squirrel with Acorn Dreams Jewelry Holder, Ceramic Dish with Oak Leaves
A tiny squirrel nestled among oak leaves and dreaming of giant acorns, creating a special jewelry holder or trinket tray to inspire some forest magic in your home. Squirrels are near and dear to my heart because at certain times of the year I foster orphaned baby squirrels for a local wildlife rescue center. They are cute and playful, and I love watching them. The acorn is sculpted by hand and reminds us to dream big!! This sleeping squirrel jewelry dish is handcrafted, glazed and fired in my studio.
This ceramic leaf dish is made from smooth porcelain-like stoneware clay, dried, bisque fired, glazed, and high-fired once more at approximately 2200 degrees Fahrenheit. The dish is imprinted with beautiful oak leaves that are handpainted to accent the intricate detail. The gray squirrel is handpainted and glazed as well, and is the charming centerpiece of the leaf dish.
The glaze is a glossy soft clear, warm white on the underside. Real 22kt gold overglaze is applied to the rim in a special process, and the dish is fired a third time to bond the gold to the piece. It's a labor intensive process that gives a special finishing touch.
This jewelry holder is handmade from start to finish, entirely by me in my California studio. Each piece is a labor of love that I hope will bring light and joy into your home.
Measurements:
Approximately 5 inches wide
Slight variations and organic shapes in handcrafted ceramics are what make them perfectly unique pieces of art.