the stars tell stories of ancient myths involving monsters, loves and animals fixed in the night sky. i remember learning about these stories as a child and they still captivate me as do the graphic beauty of the constellations themselves. This is a group of my favorites constellations stitched ever so delicately.
this listing is for ONE constellation from my standard set of four different constellations. Choose from the constellations shown in the second picture (clockwise):
1. Andromeda - the chained lady
2. Ursa Major - the great bear
3. Cygnus - the swan
4. Orion - the hunter
(last image features custom pieces)
DETAILS
+ my own pattern
+ heavy thread in white
+ 3 3/8 inches in diameter
+ hand stained embroidery hoop
+ embroidered on "vintage blue" linen
+ archival glue used to adhere fabric to hoop
+ reverse is covered with a cotton fabric
+ reverse features vintage paper that is hand typed (not printed!) listing your constellation & a birthday if you'd like!
TIME LINE
please note that these pieces are made to order. please allow 1-2 weeks for your constellations to be stitched, and about a week for shipping.
SHIPPING
+ USPS first class mail with delivery confirmation, about 3-5 business days within the US. and about 10 business days
+ USPS first class international mail, about 10 business days.
CUSTOM CONSTELLATIONS
interested in seeing something else- the Big Dipper and Little Dipper? the last picture features some custom work. Custom requests are welcome! please Convo me first before purchase for a price quote/reserved listing.
ADD CUSTOM TEXT
+ a secret and special addition. add type written text like full names, a date, or favorite quote
http://www.etsy.com/listing/58705694/custom-type-written-text
SEE MORE CONSTELLATIONS
http://www.flickr.com/photos/miniaturerhino/sets/72157621808477999/
©2009 jessica marquez.
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