How to create whimsical homes for fairy folk by smith, sally j. Smith has been creating oneofakind diy fairy houses out of natural artifacts for years, now she passes her miniature construction knowledge to you. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. This locale lends itself to sally s inspiration as she creates magical, mysterious, and marvelous faerie houses made from real leaves, moss and stone and many other natural materials as well as the stunning sculptures the artist calls eartherials which echo the beauty. Smith when asked to conduct a workshop to teach others how to create the fairy houses, smith declined, given that the slow, patient work didnt lend. Tantalizing images of these temporary works can be found in the gallerys copy of smiths instructional book, fairy houses. This locale lends itself to sallys inspiration as she creates magical, mysterious, and marvelous faerie houses made from real leaves, moss and stone and many other natural materials as well as the stunning sculptures the artist calls eartherials which echo the beauty of a special place or moment in time.
I discovered her art in the pages of faerie magazine a year or so ago, and went immediately to her blog to view more. The book is designed to be a comprehensive manual for anyone wanting to learn. Add an exquisite flourish of design to your beloved green space or garden by adding tiny fairy. All the best books by sally j smith greenspirit arts. This locale lends itself to sallys inspiration as she creates magical, mysterious, and marvelous faerie houses made from real leaves, moss, and stone and many other natural materials as well as the stunning sculptures the artist calls eartherials which echo the beauty of a special place or moment in time. This locale lends itself to sally s inspiration as she creates magical, mysterious, and marvelous faerie houses made from real leaves, moss, and stone and many other natural materials as well as the stunning sculptures the artist calls eartherials which echo the beauty. Jan 05, 2017 revealed in fairy houses are the stepbystep instructions for constructing enchanting and magical fairy houses, explained by master fairy house architect sally smith. A gorgeous website full of the works of artist sally j smith greenspirit arts.
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Gorgeous diy fairy gardens that will take your breath away page 5 of 19 fairy houses. Faerie houses, and eartherials sculptures with earthly elements that also have otherworldly qualities. This locale lends itself to sallys inspiration as she creates magical, mysterious, and marvelous faerie. Her faerie houses and eartherials echo the beauty of a special place or moment in time. With over 70 full color images, this book will bring joyful smiles to viewers of all ages. Stepbystep instructions for constructing exquisite fairy houses are revealed in fairy houses, explained by master fairy house architect sally smith. Well, now you can build your own miniature magical abode the perfect addition to your garden. Create the ultimate fairy houses, made with natural materials just the way real fairies build their homes. How to create whimsical homes for fairy folk sally j.
Discount prices on books by sally j smith, including titles like fairy houses 2019 mini wall calendar. From the back of the book, it is a rare hobby wherein the world of fantasy and imagination merges so seamlessly with the practicalities of fabrication. Each house begins as a collection of bark, twigs, mosses, stones, and other treasures from nature that call. Ordinary rocks, moss, leaves and flowers are transformed into magical dwellings for the wee folk and for the rest of us as well.