In the last few years, I've started a tradition of making a sea shell fairy to leave behind as a thank you to every beach that I visit.
Usually,in the days I that I spend along the water, I keep my eyes out for the exact pieces to make the sprite just right. Every stroll in the tides is a chance to gather up the ideal shells. I have a rule that I can't manipulate them. I'm happy to find broken ones in the right shapes, but I never snap off bits myself.
And I like them to be from the shore that I am leaving them on if possible. Sometimes I'll slip a perfectly shaped curl of shell up into my pocket while walking on a nearby beach and save it for the fairy, but that rarely happens.
On this trip, guncle Randy and I only had a short time at the beach (craft day was waiting!!). I wasn't sure if I'd be able to collect what I needed to make a little shell girl that fast, but Randy had a good eye for what we needed and brought me the best wing, ever.
While I was finishing up brushing the sand nice and smooth around our elfin creation, a tiny dog ran up and gave me a kiss. It was a Papillion, so we named the girl after her. You can still see some of the itty bitty dog foot prints she left in the heart shaped ring around the fairy.
I always love your fairies, Karla and this is no exception!
what a sweet tradition – your fairy is lovely!
What a lovely thing to do Karla. I can just imagine the look om someone’s face when they walk by one of your fairies. How magical for them.
Hi Karla, would it be possible for me to use one of these images on my new blog? I will of course credit you for the image and link to here 😊
Thank you for asking permission and offering link. Not everyone does that. Yes, you may show the picture. Please send me your url so I can visit too.