Nesting shrine

My dear husband was so kind this weekend and wandered off with our children a couple of times so I had time to rest and to create. I’ve been having some problems with headaches this past week, and sometimes there’s nothing to be done but take a nap to fix the problems.

Happily when he took them out on Sunday I was feeling much better and I had a chance to get my craft on in an empty house. I got quite a bit done, but sometimes it surprises me how much more there is to do and how the time flies away from me. I’m really excited about this shrine because it’s very eco-friendly thus far.

I used the walnut ink I made to color the wood, and beeswax to create the impression of the key. I believe that I’m going to have to give into my adhesive addiction and use liquid nail to attach the rusted bit of car part to the top. I just love how it frames the central space. Once again I forgot to figure out how I’m going to hang it before I started making it pretty. I really have to remember to get my prep work done before I dive into the fun stuff.