The Athena Andreadis - Peeling Apples Inspired Collection: Finding England

As you remember from one of my previous posts, I had promised to present to you a series of jewelry pieces inspired by the lovely Athena Andreadis, and more specifically, her new album, Peeling Apples.

This is the first item I made. It is a pair of earrings that feature the Union Jack, inspired by the UK flag pillow, which is in Athena's video.

Finding England - the earrings

When I made these, I realised how amazing they look with all the latest fashion trends, plus they are classics! I mean, who doesn't want the Union Jack in their wardrobe?

And here's the video. You may want to check it out more carefully, if you are going to be in London on the 27th of March... Here's why.

Good luck! Let me know if you happen to go :)

Spring!

This year the winter has been heavier than usual in Greece. Lots of incessant rain, crazy, strong winds, grey, gloomy days, one after another, cold and snow in many areas, even those not accustomed to this kind of winter. But today is the first day of March, and it has been a sunny day. As it should be. Children even put on their red and white entwined string bracelets, 'so that the sun won't burn them', as tradition has it.

Lay Me Down

Robin Hood Now

When I saw Robin Hood, the 2010 adventure film based on the Robin Hood legend, I loved it. I loved Russell Crowe's interpretation. I loved Ridley Scott's direction. I loved all the cast. I loved the filming locations. I loved the script. I loved the effortless Medieval style. I was relieved to see a Robin Hood without the Lincoln green clothes, tights, hat and all. It is a memorable film.

Robin Hood is a heroic figure of the English folklore. This means there is very little historical truth actually known about him. But, as is always the case with legends, this hasn't kept writers, directors, film producers, illustrators, collectors, crafters, anyone really, from paying their respects.

Want to see evidence that Robin's legend lives? Here it is!

Rust Wool Medieval Hood, by kellyfarrow

Handmade Robin Hood Under Tree with Woman Silhouette PDF Cross-Stitch Pattern, by bellastitchery

Sherwood Soap - Cedarwood, Fir Needle, and Tangerine, by greenhavensoaps

Robin Hood mug, in WeLoveVintage

Vintage black SUEDE PIXIE BOOTIES with purple FOX FUR, size 5 1/2 , EUR 35, by BetaBoutique

Vintage Robin Hood Flour Cookie Cutters - Crusader and Hat, by debsatticfinds

Medieval Chemise Gown, by MaritimeArts

Forest Outlaw, handmade silver cocktail ring, by polkadile

Robin Hood envelopes, by moncy3

Sherwood - hand dyed sock yarn - superwash merino - 100g, by KelpieFibers

Sherwood, by jlejelly

Robin Hood - Painted Leather Bookmark, by BadonHill

Elm Wood Archery Bow, by OldSchoolTools

Robin Hood, Nottingham Castle England - Unique Shot Glass Candle - Creamy Unscented Soy Candle, by WGSCandleCo

Robin Hood, by BlueRabbitGallery

You enjoyed the film. Now you can enjoy all those lovely items. Robin Hood is now.

About Paintings and Dresses

Closing my eyes
I dream
Of dreams with fabric
And paint

A world with
Color and shapes
Textures, patterns
Shadows and
Light

Feelings


I.

Nikiforos Lytras (1832–1904)
The Waiting. Oil on canvas, 68x50 cm. National Gallery of Greece



Empire waist dress, by Carolinasoma





II.

Tamara de Lempicka (1898 - 1980)
Young Girl with Gloves



Green apple of my eye by Veronica Reis, vrreis





III.

Henry Bone (1755–1834)
The Hon. Mrs Thomas Hope, Full Face In A Red Velvet Dress, 1813



Red Poppy evening gown, by rubypearl





IV.

William Bouguereau (1825-1905)
At the Edge of the River, 1875



Gray sparrow dress by Makool





V.

John William Waterhouse (1849-1917)
A Song of Springtime, 1913



Pleated Butterfly Dress, by amandaarcher





VI.

Marc Chagall (1887-1985)
Woman with White Collar, 1917



Vintage 80s Sheer LS Ruffled Collar Black and White Velvet Colorblocked Mini Dress MEDIUM, by VonlenskaVintage





VII.

Edgar Degas (1834-1917)
The Star



1980s Pink And White Fairy Dress, by VintageEclectica