Dragon Diarama – The Final Chapter

Dragon Incense Burner (c) The Full Gamut Workshop

! ! ! RAWRR ! ! !

If you checked out my series of posts about the dragon diorama, here is the final result.  I spent around a total of 20 – 30 hours of work trying to get this dragon to look just right.  I was really trying to get the castle and the dragon both to look realistic.  If you click on the small images they will open larger if you want to see better detail.

Materials Used

The dragon itself is a ceramic figure I acquired which I painted the whole project in a series of different acrylic paints using various techniques.  I also added some ground cover details which I bought at my local hobby store and scrounged in the yard for some neat rocks to add to the display and make it a little more realistic.

Once I had everything glued down where I wanted it, I went back over the ground cover and painted in a few high-lights with some light green paint.  Which I think lends to the realism and looks kind of like new growth.

My favorite part is the base.  I lucked out and found this neat piece of gray felt which was pre-stamped with a rock wall design (I would had added a picture, but my lighting made it turn out a sickly green color.)  I added the felt to cover up the ceramic bottom and to keep it from scratching my furniture.

I did seal it lightly with a few coats of a spray matte clear coat as well.

Conclusion

All in all, I really liked this project even though I always dream too big.  While my dragon didn’t wind up “harvest colors” like originally intended, and there is no moving flames, or even a giant cavern with ambient lighting — I still consider this a success.

My dragon turned out super realistic, the castle looks amazing, and my tufts of green sponges look like real little bushes.

Personally, I think my other half is just glad I got it finished.  I’m pretty sure he was tired of me moaning about trying to get it perfect.

As always: I’m ready for the feed-back.  If you have any comments or wish to share please give proper credit (where its due), or just leave a post.  I’m always looking for new ideas and challenges.

Don’t forget I also paint miniatures for gaming  too (make a request under the custom order link at the top of the page).  Hopefully I will be able to get some decent pictures posted soon for you all to see.  I have a “Skeleton Horse” and a “Red Draconian” miniature I just got finished this week!

Check below for some more images of the dragon.  Thanks for Stopping by!

(c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop Click for a larger view.

(c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop Click for a larger view.

(c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop Click for a Larger View

Handmade Silver-tone Drop Earrings – Blue

Item #:  (204.081302)

Blue and Silver Filigree Earrings (c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Style: Drop/Dangle

Material: Glass

Metal Purity: Not Applicable

Fastening: Hook

Metal: Silver Plated

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Stone: Glass

Main Color: Blue

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Know when you buy a product from The Full Gamut Workshop it is made in the US.

Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you unique one-of-a-kind pieces–no two are the same!   None of our pieces are “mass produced” and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come.

These cute drop earrings have a blue cat’s-eye glass cabachon framed by delicate silver-tone filigree. These earrings would make a cute addition to any Spring/Summer ensemble. They measure 1-1/2″ x 3/4″ overall. The color blue in ancient civilizations is associated with learning and growth. It has a calming effect on the emotions and is also associated with opening and simulating the third-eye chakra. It is also a good idea to wear blue for business, to increase clarity of thought and to change anger into wisdom.*

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message. Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook, where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay. Thank You for your support!

* All additional information is included for entertainment.  Please consult a Professional for diagnosis and treatment if you have any health issues.

Handmade Celtic Macrame Bracelet – white, teal, gold-tone

Item #: (202.081301)

Celtic Macrame Bracelet – white, teal, gold-tone (c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Material: Cotton Cord

Metal: None

Style: Celtic

Length (inches): 8″ x 1/2″

Main Stone: No Stone

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Color: white, teal, gold-tone

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Know when you buy a product from The Full Gamut Workshop it is made in the US. 

Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you unique one-of-a-kind pieces–no two are the same!   None of our pieces are “mass produced” and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come. 

Also, all our items come from a smoke free home. 

 

This bracelet features teal and gold-tone beads on woven cotton cord in a decorative Celtic Knot pattern.  It also has our “slide secure” closure.

– to close necklace: Place loop end over knot on opposite side.  Slide finger grip area forward and snug against knot.

-to remove necklace: reverse process.

 

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message.  Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook, where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay.  Thank You for your support!  

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Handmade Celtic Macrame Cotton Bracelet – Teal and Gold-tone

Celtic Knot Work Bracelet (c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Item #: (202.081308)

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Material: Cotton

Metal: None

Style: Celtic

Length (inches): 8.5″ x 1/2″

Main Stone: None

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Color: teal, gold-tone

Buy It Now!  FREE SHIPPING

Know when you buy a product from The Full Gamut Workshop it is made in the US. 

Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you unique one-of-a-kind pieces–no two are the same!   None of our pieces are “mass produced” and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come. 

Also, all our items come from a smoke free home. 

 

This bracelet features Celtic Knot pattern teal and gold-tone beads on woven cotton cord.  It also has our “slide secure” closure.

– to close necklace: Place loop end over knot on opposite side.  Slide finger grip area forward and snug against knot.

-to remove necklace: reverse process.

 

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message.  Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook, where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay.  Thank You for your support!  

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Handmade Wood Bead Wheel Necklace

Item #: (201.081303)

Wood Wheel Necklace (c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Material: Wood / Cotton

Metal: Silver Plate

Style: Religious

Length (inches): 20.5″ x 1/2″

Main Stone: Wood

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Color: White

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Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you many unique one-of-a-kind pieces. None of our pieces are “mass produced” in a factory and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come.  

This necklace features a wooden wheel pendant (2-1/2″ x 1-3/4″) various wood-tone and white wood bead accents on cotton cord.  The necklace closure is a silver colored lobster-claw clasp for easy on and off. 

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message. Don’t forget to LIKEus on Facebook,where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay.  Thank You for your support! 

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Site Updates for August

Here at the shop we’ve decided to start including some fun and practical information for you to enjoy.  We have added three new pages to the blog which you can find at the top of the page.  Please enjoy and let us know how you like them!

Additions we’ve Included are:

Modern Birthstone Reference Page

Which one is your birthstone?  Birthstones were worn to augment and enhance the wearer in different ways.

Gemstone Lore Page

All stones have particular properties to enhance the energy in and around you.  Check out this list and give yourself a boost today.

Measurement Page

Having trouble deciding if the jewelry you are looking at is going to look right?  Or have a handcrafted piece idea and need to make sure it is going to fit properly?  Check out our FAQ on how to get accurate measurements of all the jewelry made here at the shop.

 

We plan on including more pages in the future, so make sure you check back with us!  Have an idea for a page?  Make sure you leave a comment.  Thanks again!

Handmade Jade Macrame Necklace – green, white, brown

Item #: (299.081304)

Jade Macramé Necklace (c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Material: Hemp

Metal: Mixed-Metals

Style: Luck

Length (inches): 15″ x 1/2″

Main Stone: Green Jade

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Color: Green, Brown, White

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Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you many unique one-of-a-kind pieces. None of our pieces are “mass produced” in a factory and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come.  

This necklace features a green Jade pendant with decorative white Jade accent beads.  The macramé is worked in a steady spiral pattern with a simple loop and bead closure, the weight of the necklace keeps it secure. When worn, Jade was believed in ancient cultures to bring luck and abundance, specifically Green Jade was thought to bring money and wealth to the wearer.  It was also carried to protect against accidents and to see the invisible.  In modern times, some believe you should carry it to help with eye diseases and other problems of the eye.  *

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message. Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook, where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay.  Thank You for your support! 

*  All additional information provided is considered in fun.  If you have health problems please contact a professional for diagnosis and treatment.

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Handmade Rose Quartz Macrame Hemp Necklace – Pink and Teal

Rose Quartz Macramé Necklace (c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Item #: (201.081302)

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Material: Hemp

Metal: Mixed-Metals

Style: Love and Hearts

Length (inches): 15″ x 1/2″

Main Stone: Rose Quartz

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Color: Teal

 

Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you many unique one-of-a-kind pieces. None of our pieces are “mass produced” in a factory and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come.  

This necklace features a nice polished rose-quartz pendant (1″ x 3/4″) accented by light turquoise colored beads and decorative zig-zag knots.  Rose quartz when worn, was once believed in ancient cultures to attract fidelity and help with dealing with the emotions related to the after-life. Wearing the color pink was also thought to attract new friends, generosity, and to help banish negative emotions.  Modern color-therapists have said the color pink can also ease Asthma, Bronchitis, and help to treat skin disorders. *  

This necklace also has our “slide secure” closure.

– to close: Place loop end over knot on opposite side.  Slide finger grip area forward and snug against knot.

-to remove: reverse process. 

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message.  Don’t forget to LIKEus on Facebook, where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay.  Thank You for your support! 

*  This information is included for fun, not as a treatment.  Please consult a professional for diagnosis and treatment if you are experiencing health issues.

Handmade Silver-tone Drop Earrings – Green

Item #:  (204.081301)

Silver-tone Filigree Drop Earrings – Green (c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Style: Drop/Dangle

Material: Glass

Metal Purity: Not Applicable

Fastening: Hook

Metal: Silver Plated

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Stone: Glass

Main Color:  Green

Buy It Now!  FREE SHIPPING

Know when you buy a product from The Full Gamut Workshop it is made in the US.

Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you unique one-of-a-kind pieces–no two are the same!   None of our pieces are “mass produced” and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come.

These cute drop earrings have a green cat’s-eye glass cabochon framed by delicate silver-tone filigree. These earrings would make a cute addition to any Spring ensemble. They measure 1-1/2″ x 3/4″ overall. The color green in ancient civilizations was also thought to bring the wearer money and prosperity. *

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message. Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook, where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay. Thank You for your support!

* All additional information is considered in fun.  Please consult a Professional for diagnosis and treatment if you have any health issues.

Handmade Macrame Necklace Geometric – Hemitite, Orange, and Black

Item #: (201.081310)

(c) 2013 The Full Gamut Workshop

Brand: The Full Gamut Workshop

Material: Woven Cotton

Metal: Gold Filled

Style: Geometric

Length (inches): 18″ x 1/2″

Main Stone: Orange Glass

Country of Manufacture: United States

Main Color: Orange

Buy It Now!  FREE SHIPPING

Here at ‘the shop”, we collaborate with other local artists to bring you many unique one-of-a-kind pieces. None of our pieces are “mass produced” in a factory and many take weeks to become available.  Remember, when you buy from us you are investing in a quality product that will last for years to come.  

This necklace features a large orange cats-eye glass pendant (2″ x 1-1/4″) with a heavy gold Victorian style setting.  The decorative macramé is interspaced with Hematite faceted barrel beads, rare hexagonal Hematite beads, and orange round beads.  It also has our “slide secure” closure.

– to close: Place loop end over knot on opposite side.  Slide finger grip area forward and snug against knot.

– to remove: reverse process. 

If you have any more questions, need more details, or want a custom piece please contact us with a message. Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook, where you will also find a quick link to what we have available on Ebay.  Thank You for your support!