Handmade Marcasite Heron Brooch Festival they were in a shabby

they were in a shabby box

Two old clay pipe segments - the larger made in Gateshead and the smaller piece from Berwick upon Tweed in the north of England are the centerpieces to this smokin’ hot necklace

If anyone guesses what it is

silver jockey hat amonst other items

Here are some of the earrings I came up with

Handmade Marcasite Heron Brooch Festival they were in a shabbyThis wonderfully detailed marcasite heron was a perfect little upscaled brooch project. I have sewn it onto a black felt background and added an additional fish and small sterling silver branch pin. The three separate elements were made to go together! Wear on its own or pile on with other brooches for a maximalist look.