#moth magic

I never planned to make dolls, and the moths were an accident—an improbable twist in my journey to becoming a polymer clay artist. It all started while I was crafting a new design for costume jewelry. As I molded the piece, I realized it looked strikingly similar to a moth wing. The thought of moths hadn't crossed my mind before; in fact, I was terrified of them. Despite this fear, I felt an inexplicable urge to create my first doll.

This first attempt resulted in a simple black and white moth, far removed in quality and design from what I create now. The real surprise came when my audience fell in love with these moths, sparking a demand I hadn't anticipated. And so, my journey began, leading me to craft these unique art pieces that continue to captivate and enchant.

Little did I know that my accidental creation would become the heart of my artistic identity, bringing joy and wonder to collectors around the world.

Spotted one of these beauties pollinating my Jasmine bush, a White lined Sphinx moth...

I had no idea they pollinated at night, though moths like these are more diurnal or crepuscular. So my mind is kinda fucking blown right now lol.

I was on the porch and saw like a big moth flutter around the jasmine bush, so I went over to check it out and hello big beautiful moth totally acting like a humming bird after midnight. Pretty fucking magical.

I didn't get a picture, because my phone was dead, but that fine, because I often just hold still and enjoy magical moments like this without bothering with my phone. So I used an internet pic.

And, it was especially nice, because I had just read a bit about "glimmers" on a random mental heath FB post. I think glimmers is an awesome concept, they happen to me frequently, so it was nice to be greeted by a midnight glimmer.

I'm also a deep believer in faeries and fae folk, so this random encounter with a the moth felt magical and very fae.

Additionally, I a HUGE bug nerd, so it was double lucky and a double glimmer.

So, on one hand my mind was exploding because super cool moth and on the other my mind was wispering...*it's a faerie..*

This all happend because I was supposed to be going to bed, but was giving my old lady cat cuddles (her name is Goblin) until my phone died. Then went outside and was giving Miss Kitty (a stray that adopted us and is currently enjoying the summer nights) some cuddles when I spotted the moth.