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DIY Thread Wrapped Jewelry

17 Saturday Jan 2015

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Reblogging an old DIY that I published 4 years ago. Having changed blogs and such, I’m finally giving my DIYs a permanent home 🙂

Also excuse the less-than-perfect pictures since my photography skills were pretty minimal 4 years ago.

This was a DIY to revamp old jewelry that you’re bored of or rusted jewelry you’d like to revive. All you need is the piece of jewelry:
1& some coloured yarn. 2All you need to do is wrap it up the whole thing & it’ll look something like this;3Easiest jewelry DIY ever!

It’s a wrap,
Harmini Asokumar

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Psyched’ele.

14 Wednesday Jan 2015

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Because elephants. (no explanations needed!) 10940549_10152642239747058_5940543699384124806_nIMG_20150115_101502Psychedelic printed acrylic elephants hanging on coloured chains.

Of elephants & happy prints,
Harmini Asokumar

Rainbow of Gemstones.

12 Monday Jan 2015

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I bought a whole load of gemstones & crystals, and got a book on Minerals and Gemstones from my bestfriend’s lovely dad so I can study the uses and energy of each stone! So excited to learn about the new stones I got and create wearable magic with them!

First up, the Rainbow of Gemstones! 10926397_10152638968072058_22416812552489517_n

Semi-precious stones and crystals bracelet:

  • Red coral: energy flow and prosperity.
  • Orange quartz: enhances natural intuitive abilities.
  • Citrine quartz: physical, mental & emotional well-being.
  • Jade: Health, wealth & longevity.
  • Turquoise: Good fortune & peace.
  • Garnet: success and luck in love.
  • Clear quartz: patience & personal growth.
  • Onyx: releases negative flow. 

There’s so much more benefits and energy behind each stone, but this is the brief of it. Can’t wait to learn each and every single one.

The learning never stops,
Harmini Asokumar

Indian Summer Necklaces.

04 Sunday Jan 2015

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Created a line of dreamcatchers inspired by Indian designs and a feel good summer vibe;
1Also managed to re-create some previously sold out designs of dreamcatcher necklaces;2Some designs just never go out of style!

Vibin’ to the good vibes,
Harmini Asokumar

Indian Goddess Dreamcatchers.

02 Thursday Oct 2014

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As tradition would have it at Deeper Than Fashion, every year for Deepavali I release a collection inspired by the colours, elements and beauty of the festive holiday.

Of course, my collection wouldn’t be complete without my signature and original designs of the Indian Dreamcatcher. This time I took it one step further by incorporating designs of Hindu goddesses into them because every girl, is a goddess.

These are the beautiful pieces that emerged from the ideas in my head. I couldn’t be happier of how they turned out;
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Indian Mermaid Goddess Dreamcatcher.

Handmade: Gold intricate designs + Mandala beading in shades of purple and blue + pearl & coin detailing + goddess Lakshmi charm.
IMG_20140927_132803Indian Pink&Purple Goddess Dreamcatcher.

Handmade: Gold intricate designs + Mandala beading in shades of purple and pink + dangling rhinestone details + goddess Lakshmi charm.
IMG_20140930_081442Indian Rainbow Goddess Dreamcatcher.

Handmade: Gold intricate designs + Mandala beading in gold with rainbow Swarovski crystals + pearl & coin detailing + goddess Lakshmi charm.IMG_20140927_132611Indian Pearl Goddess Dreamcatcher.

Handmade: Gold intricate designs + Mandala beading in gold with glass pearls+ dangling intricate gold design + pearl & coin details.

& since the last one didn’t have a goddess charm on it, the special person who bought it gets to be the goddess instead. I shamelessly was for a bit;1964966_10152421153427058_162871758943736270_n

Ganesha Dreamcatchers.

08 Monday Sep 2014

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Lord Ganesha is probably one of the best-known and worshipped Hindu gods. Others may know him as the elephant god as Ganesha has an elephant’s head. Being the remover of obstacles, I’ve always had a personal liking to Ganesha especially since my mom would make an effort to make a stop at the Ganesha temple every morning before going to work, or my dad would always drive past the temple to pray in whenever he left the house. Ganesha has always been a favourite in my household, and that rubbed off on me.

I’m probably not the most religious person, but I believe that my prayers and thoughts on it are between me and god. This however is a completely different story all together. Coming back to Ganesha, I’ve made dreamcatchers incorporating him in them and the response has been overwhelming. I take this as a sign of blessing;IMG_20140904_135800IMG_20140904_153236IMG_20141028_230053I love how I was able to incorporate something that was significant to my life and learn that it was equally as significant to others. The first one I made was completely by chance (exactly how most of my designs come to life) and I am so happy to have had this idea come to me.

I love what I do, and I do what I love.

24 Saturday May 2014

Posted by harminiasokumar in Deeper Than Fashion, Rants

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332604_10150560388842058_640029639_oCreativity is something that is very subjective to me and my creative process is… to be honest, I don’t have one. I’m merely just enjoying the journey and see where it takes me.

I enjoy picking little knick-knacks and materials whenever I see them, things that I find fascinating & fall in love with; not knowing what I’m going to do with it and letting it inspire me when the time comes. I have charms and materials stored for months before I eventually use them.

I fall in love with ideas before they even hit me. Falling in love, knowing I won’t fall out of it.

I hope for everyone to find love like that. Exciting, inspiring, comforting, fulfilling, bliss.

I come across my designs by chance a lot of time. I make mistakes, recreate and learn from it. Some of my designs may come across a little ‘raw’. Slightly imperfect, and very much handmade. Definitely full of love, hard-work and good vibes.

I work at my own pace, no pressure, in my own rainbow bubble of happy. I believe emotions reflect in your art.

With no compromises in quality and focusing in what my idea of wearable art should be, I constantly evolve in terms of materials used, designs and inspiration. There’s no limitations, just a special sense of freedom, constantly enabling me to progress and feed my soul.

Being able to design wearable art or accessories has given me the ability and creative outlet to turn my daydreaming and inspirations into a reality.

& this, is the kind of love that lasts a lifetime.

A set of 3.

14 Wednesday May 2014

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Three sets up for grabs on the online store.

Each set has three necklaces as shown below; IMG_20140514_081538 IMG_20140514_081620 IMG_20140514_081754

Unleashing the inner Deeper Than Fashion goddess.

08 Thursday May 2014

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Constantly, I wish I had more than a pair of hands to work with. In fact, sometimes I feel like I do. Infusing my love for art, nature & the sea, as well as all elements that I find keep me sane, this artwork came to life;

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I envisioned myself with 4 arms, enwrapped in all the beauty and elements of magic that keep my creative flow going. The beautiful and talented Thineswari of Trixinc brought my concept and idea to life. Exactly how I saw it in my head and explained to her the best I could, she used that and incorporated her own flair to it. The result as you can see, is magic.

This has nothing to do with religion, but more of the journey I have gone through with Deeper Than Fashion, learning new parts and pieces of myself. Implementing the elements I hold close to me;

Dreamcatcher in rainbow colours – the main product I make and sell that has led me to where I am, inching closer and closer to my dreams. Rainbow because it is my favourite colour, and I add colour to almost every work of art I produce. The ability colours have to chance almost anything, is the closest thing to magic.

The feathers – symbolic for travelling or the ability to move freely in life, the constant wanderlust of a free spirit. Additional to that, a peacock feather (considered a sacred animal in India) represents not just beauty, but also renewal due to it naturally replacing its feathers annually, a sense of continuous growth and change. 

Conch shell – due to its many symbolism but most importantly, my connecting to the ocean. I love holding shells up to my ear, being able to hear the waves of the ocean. This self proclaimed mermaid, needed to have a sea element and this was a perfect fit.

Lotus – “May I live like the lotus, at ease in muddy waters”. The lotus flower grows out of the mud and blossoms above the muddy water surface, symbolizing the ability to push past obstacles and trials, a constant battle everyone faces. 

Does it look too much like a goddess? I certainly hope so. As Francesca Lia Block once said, “Every girl is a goddess” and I for one, am all for that. Flower crown and all.

Having been a fan of Thines’ work for the longest time, I was thrilled when she took on the project with me. Her ability to turn anyone into a goddess and fine details she puts into her work, is amazing. Here is what a close up view on the artwork looks like, such intricate details;10335694_10152361604880169_30236400_n

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10338964_10152361604890169_1257794697_n 10339005_10152361604885169_1677520456_nAlso, the illustration is an exact replica of my features. Even Facebook thinks so;

10323018_10152364140435169_1312232385_nThere’s nothing like having an artwork lingering in your mind, coming to life. & I have the wonderful artist Thines to thank for it. Do check out the rest of her amazing work HERE!

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