THE HELD STONE JOURNAL
Stories from the worktable.
Notes on handwork, natural stone, material variation, and the small decisions that give a handmade piece its character.
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From Pomegranate to Garnet: Why the Image of “Many Seeds” Feels So Grounding
After autumn arrives, I often like to keep one or two pomegranates on my worktable. When you open the rough […]
Studio Notes: I Wove the Texture of a Pomegranate Into a Bracelet
A quiet reflection on pomegranates, garnet, and why the image of many seeds can feel so full, steady, and reassuring.
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