November 11, 2010

My New Pottery Nativity Scene

 

We had so much fun at the Christmas Open House that was held in our small town.  I had worked hard getting my booth at Old Banks Antiques ready, so I was just ready to enjoy the tour and do some shopping.  G-Man bought me the most adorable nativity –aka activity scene’!  That’s what Alex called them when she was a wee little thing!

 

This beautiful piece was handmade by Jo Pate, a local potter.

 

The driftwood comes from our own Lake Martin.

 

She forms the clay by hand.

 

How cute are these palm trees?

 

She uses a pine tip of a pinecone on top of a whole naked cone! 

Ingenious!!!

 

Mary…

 

Joseph…

 

and Baby Jesus…asleep on the hay lichen. 

I really can appreciate the work that goes into pottery after I finished two class sessions at Auburn University.  I am sitting the current session out, but G-Man is still going and creating some lovely pieces.  I will share some of our pottery soon.

Thank you to all of our brave troops who serve

our country to keep us free!

***Alex has a sweet “Veterans Day” post up today @ Blue Creek Basement.

Rhonda

10 comments:

  1. I love this activity scene! I say we go out and try to find some driftwood around the house :o)

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  2. Rhonda,
    This is just beautiful...love how she used the pinecones...great talent here!!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  3. Rhonda, this is the most beautiful, creative, and special Nativities I've ever seen. The pine cones and local driftwood make it so special.
    Baby Mason is such a handsome charmer, loved his Halloween pic! You must be in 7th heaven!

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  4. What a beautiful nativity. Your husband has good taste. So sweet that he bought it for you.

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  5. Rhonda,

    This is a beautiful, I like the use of all the natural materials. Alex had it right. It is an activity scene -- the verb is love.

    Did you she my question about the wooden angel wings? I am interested in purchasing if available.

    Your Friend,
    Deborah

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  6. I would love to know more information about the artist and possibly an e-mail or website.
    Your Nativity is absolutely beautiful!! I collect beautiful Nativities and would love to add this one to my collection.
    Thanks for sharing this with us.
    WAR EAGLE from Auburn.
    Susan

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  7. How simple and sweet. What a talented artist!

    XO,
    Jane

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  8. Oh I LOVE your "Activity" set~ It's the best ever! Hugs- Diana

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  9. How darn cute! Salute Our vets.......~Cheers Kim

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