Celebrating Colour

I visited Mexico for the first time over the holidays. Something that struck me right away was the presence of bright, vibrant colours everywhere I looked. It was in the landscape: the water was a gorgeous turquoise blue, the plants a rich green, the flowers provided bright pops of colour and the birds were all colours of the rainbow, including yellow, orange, red and indigo blue.


Yucatan Jay


The rich, bright colours were everywhere else too, seemingly woven into the fabric of life in Mexico. It was there in the buildings, the markets, the food, and the crafts made by artisans.


Photo by Darij & Ana



Photo by Darij & Ana



Photo by Christine Zenino


What was surprising at times was the mix of bright colours. A single artisan-made object might have purple, green, yellow and blue in it. That may sound like it should look garish, but it didn’t. Instead, it was joyful and felt like a celebration, a celebration of life.


Photo by Christine Zenino


At this time of year here in Canada, there is a definite lack of colour on the landscape. I really felt the winter blahs upon my return home. This week I selected bright and cheerful items that remind me of Mexico and that provide hope that eventually winter will end.


Bracelet with Red Carnelian and Yellow Aragonite Leaves by Pixie's Treasure Chest



Harvest - Copper Filigree Cone/Fall Flower Earrings by MC Stoneworks

Beach Ball Beaded Lampwork and Silver Necklace by Melissa Vess

Fish Charms by Dianne Karg Baron

Lampwork Earring Beads - Peach Sorbet by N Valentine Studio 

Multicoloured Clown - Glass Bead by My Precious

Custom Confetti Wire Wrapped Ring by Crysallis Creations 

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Starving Artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.

by Northern Girl