Last year I made my first attempt at bringing to life an idea in my head for a Spring God and Goddess. I was moderately happy - they had the essence of what I felt they needed to be, but, I was in a hurry to have them finished, Spring was quickly running away!
So this year, I felt determined to re-do them. To fully achieve my vision of them.Now, I really am pleased. They both look more regal, kinder, and really from the wood.
The Goddess, whom I affectionately called Bridget, had a bustle filled with beads, flowers and seeds, atop naturally dyed lace.
The God - who refuses an affectionate nickname - wears an embroidered velvet waistcoat, a sheer shirt with lace edging, and a moss crown.
For a few months I have been toying with the idea of having the Sprytes on stands, and found these, almost perfect. I decorated them with moss, toadstools and dried flowers.
Bridget has a crown of yellow roses, and a crown wrapped with wool and miniature yellow flowers.
More yellow flowers make her bouquet, behind which you can see an embroidered oak leaf corset.
By her feet sits a March Hare, flowers, and mushrooms.
I have painted small leaves, and pink and white flowers on her hair-line.
The God wears a reindeer moss crown, which I love. It was enjoyable to make, and really makes a wonderful finishing touch.
His legs are needle felted and embroidered with spiral patterns. He wears big leather boots, just what he needs for wandering in the Woodlands!
Here is a closeup of his vest and shirt, where you can also see little leaves I have painted on his waistline.
At his feet is a nervous little fledgling, stood by the God's feet for safety.
I plan to take more/better photos soon, in the setting sun! I will also be photographing my new creatures, The Whisps!
Till next time,
The British Faery.
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