Halloween Theme This Year is...

 Hello there!

When the weather starts to change and whispers of Autumn can be seen I feel the need to start decorating for Halloween! 

Since moving to Canada it has started a little earlier than when I lived in the southern states. Some people think I am crazy but my friends know me so well they tip me off to the shops that are already displaying Halloween items so I can begin my shopping.

Every year I pick a theme. From Harry Potter at Hogwarts to Ghosts and Goblins, I enjoy many themes but save most of the gory, bloody stuff for the haunted houses.

This year I have decided to have a Witches School theme, not Harry Potter wizards more like Salem witches! So I began by collecting ideas with my kids on a Pinterest board as you can have collaborators so everyone can add ideas. After a few days be sat together and scrolled through the ideas until we agreed on

  the Salem Acadamy for Witches.

I have begun on projects and have lots more in the works. I like to give myself plenty of time to make them because, well, life is busy and I want to enjoy this! So, I will be posting as I go along with some tutorials if I remember to take pics along the way.

Stay tuned to see how the Salem Acadamy for Witches turns out.

Happy crafting Witches!

April

FriggleFraggle

I am not the only one

My son told me today that I am unique and not all people are as creative and ambitious as I am.

I forget that.

It's good to have a reminder every now and then. Some people relax by watching T.V., reading, sleeping or playing games.

I create.

I love the feeling of bringing my thoughts to life.  Seeing the beauty as the work is in progress. There is something magical about holding the finished product in my hand. Not everyone feels that way but I do.

I can not but create.

Thinking of my friends and family I realize that my father is the same way, for the most part, but on a different scale. For me it's fanciful things like Dragons, Mermaids and Fairies. I make things that I decorate with, wear or give to friends.

He builds.

Using tools and machines that I can't even figure out how to turn on he can make them do things I didn't know was possible. He built the house I lived in as a child with secret rooms and a waterfall, tennis courts and game rooms with arches of rock that look like they belong in a castle.

He makes magic in his own way.

So, when my child gives me a reminder that I am different and not everyone is like me, I smile knowing I'm not the only one.

And that is okay.

Mermaid Eggs

Mermaid Eggs

When I was a small child mother took my sister and I on trips in the summer and long weekends. We usually went camping or hiking somewhere new but sometimes we liked a place so much that we wanted to go back again and again.

One year we went to Aquarena Springs in San Marcos Texas.  As a wide eyed child I still remember seeing an Aquamaid for the first time and fell in love with the idea that Mermaids really do exist outside of movies and story books. 

They swam so gracefully in the water as I watched through the thick glass that separated us yet let me feel like I was right there in the water with them. They had a show and did tricks such as back flips and my favorite was when they drank coke out of a glass bottle.  I was amazed and wished I loved water enough to be a mermaid, yet I was still afraid from my near death experience in the past.

We rode the glass bottom boat and could see all the fish and underwater creatures swim below. The whole time I was watching out for more Mermaids and was sure I spotted a glimpse of a tail. Ralph, the famous swimming pig was also a sight that people traveled far to see.

The history of Aquarina Springs in interesting and I wish it was still open so you could have a chance to experience the magic as well. Sadly, it has closed and is now a nature center. Here is an article explaining more in detail of what it was and is now.

That is a place I will never forget and remember fondly to this day.

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Over the years I often wondered if Mermaids lay eggs or give live birth. What a silly thing to think about but it does cross my mind. They have human features on the top and are fish like at the bottom so that makes me think that both are possible. 

When the idea of Mermaid Eggs came to me I tried to think of what an egg from a Mermaid would look like. I imagined it would be similar to a mermaid in their beauty yet a little rough like a fish. So I made the texture layered and scale-ish but encrusted with beautiful colors and gems. 

Here are a few pictures of my Mermaid Eggs

This one is a dark blue and black with a blue stone and little blue gems.

This one is pink and black with a pink stone and pink gems.

This one is a pearl encrusted black and white egg.

I have a few more varieties and create new ones as I am inspired.
I also have Dragon Eggs!!
They will be available in my shop soon.

Have a magical day...
~April~
Friggle Fraggle

Harry Potter Mini Magic Wand Necklace

Harry Potter Mini Magic Wand Necklace

One day while working on Harry Potter Magic Wand orders I was daydreaming about how I could carry around a wand discretely but have it handy at the same time. Then I thought of my mini Harry Potter Magic Wand Keychain.  I already carry one around on my purse ( It helps repel the muggles if they get too close). Why not use the same style but make it a necklace?! So, that's what I did. 

Harry Potter Magic Wand Necklace

Gold Necklace

 5 styles to choose from

 5 colors to choose from

Necklace or Keychain

Harry Potter Magic Wand Keychain

Now you have more options on how to carry your wand!

Full-size Harry Potter Magic Wand

Magic Wand with Crystal Ball

Magic Wand Pen

Magic Wand Pencil

Magic Wand Keychain

Magic Wand Necklace

Thank you all for your support!

Handmade by FriggleFraggle
purchases and requests
Available HERE!

April

~FriggleFraggle~

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10 Green Dragon Scales in Glass Bottle Necklaces 

10 Green Dragon Scales in Glass Bottle Necklaces

A custom listing for 10 tiny bottle measuring 3/4" with Green glittery Dragon Scales to bring a little magic to your life. Adorned with a little tag, wire curls and glass bead.
Carry it everywhere with you on an 18" chain necklace.Perfect for party gifts, stocking stuffers or cosplay costumes.

~~No Dragons were harmed to make this sweet little necklace :) ~~

*Bottle can be opened for use of the magic dust. If you would like me to seal it for you so that it can not open please leave a note at checkout.

*Available in other colors and styles. Just send a convo with details.

*I include one shiny jewelry box and business card per order, see pics.
Multiple item orders may be shipped in larger boxes or additional boxes as requested. 

Each one is unique and Handmade by 
~FriggleFraggle~

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Yellow Mermaid Scales in Glass Bottle Necklace

https://www.etsy.com/listing/108170702/yellow-mermaid-scales-in-glass-bottle

Yellow Mermaid Scales in Glass Bottle Necklace

A tiny bottle measuring 3/4" with Yellow glittery Mermaid Scales to bring a little magic to your life. Adorned with a little tag, wire curls and glass bead.
Carry it everywhere with you on an 18" chain necklace.Perfect for party gifts, stocking stuffers or cosplay costumes.

~~No Mermaids were harmed to make this sweet little necklace :) ~~

*Bottle can be opened for use of the magic dust. If you would like me to seal it for you so that it can not open please leave a note at checkout.

*Available in other colors and styles. Just send a convo with details.

*I include one shiny jewelry box and business card per order, see pics.
Multiple item orders may be shipped in larger boxes or additional boxes as requested. 

Each one is unique and Handmade by 
~FriggleFraggle~

www.FriggleFraggle.etsy.com

"March-Aquamarine"

Piece of a Gregorian Birthstone Poem:

By her who in March was born
No gem save Aquamarine shall be worn
They will ensure her constancy
True friendship and fidelity

Aquamarine symbolizes happiness and understanding.

Available on my Etsy shop FriggleFraggle @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/87779578/bead-bug-fairy-fly-brooch-beaded-insect

Cute little fun bugs that you can wear!
~FriggleFraggle~

Eye Tshirt

Eye Ball T-Shirt

These were fun to make! There are many eyeshapes and colors  to choose from. I stuck with the traditional ones though. :)

This is available for purchase on my etsy shop FriggleFraggle @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/81441938/eye-ball-t-shirt-halloween

If you are interested in learning how to make this I might do a tutorial.

Happy Crafting!
~FriggleFraggle~

Black Leather Cuff Bracelet

Leather Cuff

Black leather cuff with key hole and silver studs. Available @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/79857056/leather-cuff-bracelet-with-key-hole