Oh this scan just plain doesn’t do this piece justice at all!!!! Dolphins cavorting in a wonderfully colored reef just seem to bring a grin to one's lips merely looking at it!!!  Don't you just want to dive in and swim playfully with these joyful creatures??!!!

This porcelain cabochon, yet another one I got from Red Ventling, was chosen for this particular custom order that I have dubbed 'Dolphin Reef'. The customer didn't want as complicated a piece as I've done before in this particular theme, but I do believe I've captured the same energy at a more affordable price. I’ve used size 14/0 round glass Japanese beads for the appliquéd bezel and fringe. I’ve embellished the piece with  genuine fresh water pearls, genuine coral chips, and a variety of glass drop beads. Stick fringe has always reminded me of coral reefs and I used it here to represent coral and underwater plant life. Backed with genuine suede leather. I just love this piece. Centerpiece measures (with fringe) 2 3/8 x 4 3/8 inches. The customer wished to hang it from her own favorite chain. Backed with genuine pigskin suede leather. Accumulative bead working time was about 6 hours.

Since water is the symbol of all life, Dolphin brings us teachings from the waters of life, teachings of creation, passion, control of breath, and even sexuality. Dolphin reminds us that time to play is a crucial element to walk in balance. Dolphin tells us to move with the ebb and flow of life. Dolphin medicine includes joy, wisdom, balance, harmony, connection with self, kindness, salvation, communication skills, freedom, trust, is prudent, understands the power of rhythm in your life, the use of breath to release intense emotions, and brings life and play energy. Dolphins have a deep knowledge of the sea and are the Patron of Sailors, in time of need, she is MANNA from Heaven.

Dolphins seem to have learned the lesson that love is the most important part of life and can teach those with this totem how to love themselves and the world more. The power of the Dolphin is community in balance. Those with this totem would benefit from some form of work or activity that uses the voice as a healing or communicative tool. If a Dolphin swims into your life, follow it's lead and open yourself to the energy of love, harmony, and balance. Express your inner truth and your inner joy.

Though  this a ONE-OF-A-KIND creation and has been SOLD, I can create something similar with your choice of colors, beads, accents, etc.  Visit my Cabochon Gallery for your inspiration for a custom order, then just contact Sunshine.

Item #N542
$65.00