Hoppy Easter from Planet Calamari

"Years ago my mother used to say to me, she'd say, "In this world, Elwood, you must be" - she always called me Elwood - "In this world, Elwood, you must be oh so smart or oh so pleasant." Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant. You may quote me."- Elwood P Dowd

Viva La Revolucion de Art!

Romancing the SteamPunk ...

Imagine being in the Victorian era with advanced machines still based on 19th century technology and a tad of the super natural. Gorgeous old world clothing with a touch of whimsy. For more information on steampunk please visit www.steampunk.com




I created this steampunk inspired necklace by hand stringing vintage buttons, assorted glass beads and recycled baubles on non-tarnish bronze copper wire. The wire was then crocheted into strands and weaved them together. Antique Mother of Pearl buttons, vintage flowered bronze and copper buttons, carved flower buttons, amber beads and glass jewel toned beads are intertwined into a beautiful free form necklace. The combination of these hues combined with the bronze wire has a victorian feel.



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The Magic of Dragonflies

Of all the animal totems the dragonfly is one of the most magical. Shimmering wings in iridescent colors The dragonfly symbolizes change and self realization. It is the understanding of a deeper meaning of life. Living it too its fullest, flying above the mundane. Many cultures believe the dragonfly symbolizes prosperity and good fortune.



This dramatic neck sculpture was created by crocheting midnight black non-tarnish copper wire with teal sea green and aurora borealis glass seed beads intertwined. Faceted glass beads and delicate green and pink beads were also added giving this neck sculpture an ethereal effect.

I painted two silver dragonfly charms with enamel paint. The 2 inch wings are an iridescent purple and their bodies a blue green. The dragonflies are wired on to the piece securely. In between sits a semi-precious amethyst flat round bead with a purple with peacock eyes lamp-work bead hanging. These dragonflies appear to have landed on a pond as the teal green glass beads reflect light with movement.

Amethyst is considered to be a stone of spirituality and contentment. It can help raise a lower vibration energy to a higher one. Amethyst can be used to attract love, happiness and peace of mind. It is said to have the highest vibration of all stones.

Click here to see more of this crocheted wire neck sculpture.

Embrace Your Inner Fool ... Happy April 1

From Wiki:

The Fool is the spirit in search of experience. He represents the mystical cleverness bereft of reason within us, the childlike ability to tune into the inner workings of the world. The sun shining behind him represents the divine nature of the Fool's wisdom and exuberance, holy madness or 'crazy wisdom'. On his back are all the possessions he might need. In his hand there is a flower, showing his appreciation of beauty. He is frequently accompanied by a dog, sometimes seen as his animal desires, sometimes as the call of the "real world", nipping at his heels and distracting him. He is seemingly unconcerned that he is standing on a precipice, apparently about to step off.

The Fool is both the beginning and the end, neither and otherwise, betwixt and between."

Rest In Peace Earl Scruggs

Thank you for the banjo and bluegrass inspiration.
Angels are clogging in heaven tonight.

Quantum Entanglement Wired Science Necklace with Sea Treasures

Maybe i watched the movie What the Bleep Down the Rabbit Hole way too many times! This Etsy forum is not the place to even attempt to explain Quantum physics. I suggest renting the movie. (And if you do please ignore the scary crazy Ramtha lady.)

This necklace was created several times. You can almost say it has reincarnated. It began by crocheting silver plated wire with sea shells, bronze freshwater pearls, semi-precious rose quartz star beads and aurora borealis glass seed beads.

A year later after finding this piece in storage i added more black and silver colored non-tarnish copper wire and weaved other recycled beads such as faux turquoise, vintage silver beads, semi-precious rose quartz round beads, blue sea shell beads, vibrant blue glass bugle beads, a moonstone and freshwater pearl.

This neck wire sculpture has an organic feel. The effect is as if the ocean current has splashed up on the beach and it's individual parts are reunited. A one of a kind piece for your favorite mermaid, mad scientist or bohemian beach babe.

Lightweight and measures about 18 inches long. Closes with a toggle silver plated clasp.

Ready to ship in a gift bag. I use USPS priority mail with insurance and delivery confirmation.

Made with love and magic in the Planet Calamari Studio. Watch the Youtube below for more info on Quantum Entanglement

Watch the Youtube Quantum Entanglement - The Weirdness Of Quantum Mechanics

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Red Rock Lobster Buffet Necklace & Soul Mate Earrings

Every time i walk into a restaurant with a lobster tank i feel the need to apologize to them. And needless to say, the B 52's song Rock Lobster plays in my head along with the infamous words of Phoebe Buffay, "He's her lobster!"




Phoebe: Hang in there. It's gonna happen!
Ross: Okay, now, how do you know that?
Phoebe: Because she's your lobster!
[At a loss, Ross looks at Chandler.]
Chandler: Oh, she's going somewhere.
Phoebe: Come on, you guys, it's a known fact that lobsters fall in love and mate for life. You know what, you can actually see old lobster couples walking around their tank, you know, holding claws…

Click here to watch this YouTube with Phoebe Buffay explaining why lobsters are soul mates.

Using recycled red plastic toy lobsters, non-tarnish black and vibrant pink wire, glass beads, teal fresh water pearls, faux pearls and the B52s singing in my head these pieces were created.




Want to hear the B 52s sing Rock Lobster?

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Nesting Syndrome....

Just in time for Easter, Pascha and Spring! Colorful wire birds nests with semi-precious stones, faceted czech glass beads, sea shells and charms. All pendants come with a delicate organza ribbon chain.

Mermaid's Nest of Delicate Sea Shells & Fresh Water Pearl

From Wiki Answers on What does a bird's nest symbolize:
"Birds and their nesting places are of significance to some cultures often depending on the colour and type. For example, the Chinese admire the manner in which a bird constructs it's nest piece by piece, gradually making it strong and protective.

Whilst some cultures may admire the nest, the bird itself is of more significance. The priests of ancient Rome and Greece took note of birds' flying patterns and formations to predict the future or what to do in a particular situation. They also dissected them to "read" portents from the entrails. Historically, birds have had impact on many cultures including Christianity.

Many cultures admire a bird's freedom as it flies and consider them as bringers of good news perhaps from the future as they fly out of view."

Pink Wire Birds Nest with Semi-precious Rose Quartz Beads

Black Swan Nest With Recycled Faux Pearls

Rebirth Silver Wire Nest with Violet Purple Glass Beads

Mid Summer's Night Dream Nest with Fairy

Dragon Nest with Terra Jasper Egg

Wishing you and your loved ones a magical spring and the blessings of a new beginning!

Please note that some of these will be listed on the Planet Calamari Etsy site in the next few days.

Spring Has Sprung Sale

Happy Spring! The sun has entered Aires and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom here in DC. Time to celebrate, bask in the sun, dance with the fairies and clean out the old to make room for the new.


I decided to have a Spring Cleaning Sale at the Planet Calamari Etsy Shop to make room for my new line of crocheted wire art to wear collection. Several items have been marked down and are ready to be shipped out in a gift bag.

Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and magical Spring!

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Coral Reefer Madness Crocheted Wire Necklace

Coral Reefer Madness Crocheted Wire Colorful Necklace

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This crocheted wire necklace lives inside a Jimmy Buffett song. Tales of sailing on Mother Ocean. Swimming through the coral reefs along side laughing manatees, Jolly Mon and his dolphin friends. Sunsets, sand and dancing on the beach. Pirates, treasures and flip flops. This is Parrothead chic, and much less expensive than a ticket to a Buffett concert!

This colorful neck sculpture was created by crocheting non-tarnish copper wire in shades of black, vibrant purple and silver with intertwined with faceted glass crystals and aurora borealis glass seed beads. These beads reflect the purple amethyst and sea blue hues when they hit the light. I added blue seashell beads, fairy snail sea shells, fresh water pearls, and several recycled ceramic beads, lamp-work beads in shades of purple, cobalt and amethyst glass crystals. Other vintage glass beads are woven into the sculpture. A hand blown glass sea blue fish bead hangs from the wire and delicately moves.

This one of a kind necklace can be worn at two different lengths, 18.5 inches or 21 inches. It has a silver plated toggle clasp with two rings. It may also be used as a wrap bracelet.
Makes a lovely gift for a mermaid wanna be, a Parrothead or diver. Finz up and have a margarita while wearing this!

Made with love and magic in the Planet Calamari Studio. Click here to see more

Hope Springs Eternal Pink Wire Birds Nest Pendant Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Awareness

Inspired by my friends and family members who have survived breast cancer and proudly wear the Pink Ribbon while walking for the Cure. And for all those who have fought until the bitter end. Spring is in the air. With it brings the hope of health, happiness and a peaceful life.

This feminine nest pendant was created with non-tarnish pink copper wire.The three eggs are recycled faux pearl beads from abandon jewelry and sit nestled in the nest waiting for their time to be born. A new life. A new start. Miracles do happen.

This delicate nest is about an inch diameter.

Makes a lovely gift for a BC survivor or woman who needs to be reminded there is hope and love surrounding her. There is hope for a cure. Meanwhile seek out alternative medicine and acupuncture for relief of chemotherapy symptoms and to build your immune system.

Made with love and magic in my Planet Calamari Studio. To see more info on this birds nest CLICK HERE!

Galadriel Lady of Light Inspired Wrist Sculpture

One of my favorite characters in the Lord of the Ring trilogy books and movies is the Elf Queen Galadriel. Beautiful, strong and also known as the Lady of Light. Galadriel is described as having been "blessed with the ability to peer into the minds of others and she judged them so fairly.Tolkien refers to Galadriel as "the mightiest and fairest of all the Elves that remained in Middle-earth"and the "greatest of elven women" This piece was inspired by her.





This one of a kind wrist cuff was created by crocheting non-tarnish copper wire strands in hues of vibrant pink and silver. After the wire was crocheted it was sewn together with more wire and beads to make it stable and to add a more sculptured effect. Faceted clear glass beads are intertwined along with glass sea blue and aurora borealis glass seed beads creating brilliant reflections of light.



You can wear this wrist sculpture with any outfit to create a dazzling effect. Dress prom dress, a gown for an elegant event or any magical evening.

Lightweight. Measures about 8 inches long. This piece is sturdy and sits on the wrist like a bangle. Can be made smaller by 'scrunching" the wire delicately.

Closes with a magnetic clasp to make putting it on by yourself easy! Slide the magnetic clasp when taking off. Do NOT pull on it!
PLEASE NOTE that anyone who wears a pace maker should NOT be wearing anything with a magnetic clasp!

Made with love and magic in the Planet Calamari Studio.

See more art to wear and other crocheted wire jewelry at the Planet Calamari Etsy shop
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Midnight Black Crocheted Wire Art to Wear

Mistress of Magic Midnight Black Crocheted Wire Necklace with Moonbeams

I created this piece during the week of the full moon. Inspired by how brightly its beams reflected against the dark blue black sky and twinkled in the distance. Images of the mystical Isle of Avalon and the women who danced under the light of the silvery moon. This is for all who would love to live in a fairy tale even if it is only in our dreams.

Using non-tarnish deep black copper wire i crocheted several strands adding stunning glass seed beads with an aurora borealis effect. These beads catch the light and appear to be lit by moon beams against the black wire. The strands were then sewn together with more black wire, glass faceted beads and seed bead to keep its shape and give it support.

This neck sculpture is about 18 inches long and closes with a strong silver plated magnetic clasp which makes putting it on by yourself easy! Slide the magnetic clasp when taking off. Do NOT pull on it! PLEASE NOTE that anyone who wears a pace maker should NOT be wearing anything with a magnetic clasp! To see more about this art to wear sculpture please Click Here

This crocheted wire bracelet made to compliment the necklace above or can be worn alone. Click here to see more of this wrist sculpture .

And once again.. what would Abby Sciuto of NCIS wear to the Planet Calamari Prom?
This fun Tim Burton inspired black crocheted wire bracelet with silver bells and lots of glass beads! Click here while having a cup of Caf-Pow!

What Would Abby Sciuto Wear to the Prom?

What would Abby Sciuto wear to an elegant event? If i had a daughter, i would hope that it could be one like Abby. Smart, quirky, with a flair of alternative thinking. Oh to be young again only this time instead of being a hippie, be a cute little baby bat goth girl. Perfect black bob haircut, blue lipstick and fun vampie clothing. If only...

Oh and if you don't know who Abby is you must watch some NCIS reruns. After being without TV for 8 years, i must say i am grateful for cable TV and the USA channel!!!

This unique wrist sculpture was inspired by the Queen of Goth Genius of NCIS and watching way too many Tim Burton movies!

I created this bracelet by crocheting black colored non-tarnish copper wire along with aurora borealis glass seed beads. Faceted magnetized hematite beads were woven into the wire interspersed with glass faceted beads. This combo creates a magical effect of reflecting light and subtle color like dew drops on a spider web.

Hematite is known for its properties to ground and protects us. Strengthens our connection with the Mother Earth, and makes us feel safe and secure. Known to add courage, strength, endurance and vitality. This stone dissolves negativity and prevents one from absorbing the negativity of others. It is also used for healing the blood, liver and kidneys.

Silver frosted bells dangle from this piece. Chic yet oh so Tim Burton! This wrist art could be worn to a formal event, goth prom or with a little black dress.

Measures about 7.5 inches long. Can be made smaller by 'scrunching" the wire delicately.

Closes with a magnetic clasp to make putting it on by yourself easy! Slide the magnetic clasp when taking off. Do NOT pull on it!
PLEASE NOTE that anyone who wears a pace maker should NOT be wearing anything with a magnetic clasp!

Made with love and magic in the Planet Calamari Studio.

See more pictures of this wrist sculpture and other crocheted wire jewelry at the Planet Calamari Etsy shop
CLICK HERE!

Now go pour yourself a cup of Caf-Pow and watch an NCIS rerun...

Warning... I Shall Wear Purple...

Warning - When I Am an Old Woman I Shall Wear Purple

By Jenny Joseph


When I am an old woman, I shall wear purple
with a red hat that doesn't go, and doesn't suit me.

And I shall spend my pension on brandy and summer gloves
and satin candles, and say we've no money for butter.

I shall sit down on the pavement when I am tired
and gobble up samples in shops and press alarm bells
and run my stick along the public railings
and make up for the sobriety of my youth.

I shall go out in my slippers in the rain
and pick the flowers in other people's gardens
and learn to spit.


You can wear terrible shirts and grow more fat
and eat three pounds of sausages at a go
or only bread and pickles for a week
and hoard pens and pencils and beer nuts and things in boxes.


But now we must have clothes that keep us dry
and pay our rent and not swear in the street
and set a good example for the children.

We must have friends to dinner and read the papers.
But maybe I ought to practice a little now?

So people who know me are not too shocked and surprised
When suddenly I am old, and start to wear purple

Click here to see this crocheted wire bracelet a the Planet Calamari Etsy Shop

Happy 60th Birthday Douglas Adams!

"I seldom end up where I wanted to go, but almost always end up where I need to be."


Happy Birthday Douglas. We miss you and thanks for all the fish!

We Are of the Sun Crochet Wire Necklace & Earrings

The hues of gold and copper combined always remind me of the sunlight reflecting and bouncing across the roof tops of Florence. Church bells ring in the distance. You can almost see flecks of gold Angel dust falling from the sky.

This delicate necklace was created by crocheting plated gold wire with non-tarnish copper wire intertwined are faceted glass crystals and aurora borealis glass seed beads. I added tiny gold bells that quietly tinkle in a magical way. Every time a bell rings an Angel gets its wings! This piece is elegant with a touch of boho chic.

The necklace is about 17 inches long. It can also be wrapped around twice and made into a double strand necklace or several times around the wrist as a boho bracelet.

Closes with a magnetic clasp to make putting it on by yourself easy! Slide the magnetic clasp when taking off. Do NOT pull on it!
PLEASE NOTE that anyone who wears a pace maker should NOT be wearing anything with a magnetic clasp!

The earrings are crocheted copper wire with gold plated wire threaded through with glass aurora borealis seed beads. A small gold bell hangs at the end of each. The bells make a very tiny tinkling sound. The earrings are lightweight and measure about 3 inches long.

Ready to ship in a gift bag. I use USPS priority mail with insurance and delivery confirmation. If you are purchasing more than one piece please convo me so i can combine shipping rates at a discounted price.

Made with love and magic in the Planet Calamari Studio.

See more art to wear and crocheted wire jewelry at the Planet Calamari Etsy shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/PlanetCalamari"> CLICK HERE!

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Mystical Sea Goddess Wrist Sculpture

This one of a kind wrist cuff was created by crocheting non-tarnish copper wire in hues of vibrant purple, sea green, peacock blue, sea foam green and silver. After the wire was crocheted it was sewn together with more wire to make it stable and to add a more sculptured effect.

Faceted amethyst and clear beads are intertwined along with glass sea blue and aurora borealis glass seed beads creating brilliant reflections of light. I added four violet lamp work glass beads that have a peacock eye pattern. They remind me of creatures of the deep sea hiding in seaweed. I believe this is what mermaids must see while swimming through the coral reefs with their dolphin friends.

You can wear this wrist sculpture with any outfit to create a dazzling effect. Dress up a pair of jeans, prom dress or attire for a formal occasion.

Lightweight. Measures about 7.5 inches long. Can be made smaller by 'scrunching" the wire delicately.

Closes with a magnetic clasp to make putting it on by yourself easy! Slide the magnetic clasp when taking off. Do NOT pull on it!
PLEASE NOTE that anyone who wears a pace maker should NOT be wearing anything with a magnetic clasp!

Ready to ship in a gift bag. I use USPS priority mail with insurance and delivery confirmation.

Made with love and magic in the Planet Calamari Studio.

See more art to wear and other bird nests at the Planet Calamari Etsy shop
Click here!

Please visit my Etsy Skinny Legs and All Vintage Shop for nostalgic clothing and accessories.
Click here!

Tinker Bells Colorful Crocheted Wire Wrist Sculpture

Celebrate life with this colorful bracelet with tinkling fairy bells! Sometimes girls just want to have fun.

This wrist piece was creating by crocheting non-tarnish colored copper wire in shades of peacock blue, 2 shades of sea foam green along with gold plated wire. Faceted amethyst and clear glass crystals are intertwined into the bracelet with sea blue and aurora borealis glass seed beads. Add sparkle to any outfit while you make lovely tinkling sound with silver bells.

Measures 8 inches long. Can be made smaller by 'scrunching" the wire delicately.

Closes with a magnetic clasp to make putting it on by yourself easy! Slide the magnetic clasp when taking off. Do NOT pull on it!
PLEASE NOTE that anyone who wears a pace maker should NOT be wearing anything with a magnetic clasp!

Ready to ship in a gift bag. I use USPS priority mail with insurance and delivery confirmation.

Made with love and magic in the Planet Calamari Studio.

See more art to wear and other bird nests at the
Planet Calamari Etsy shop