Category: Capsule

A Day at The Circus: #6

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

“There is no greater picture than that of 10,000 smiling children. No brighter music than their clear-ringing laughter. That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement.”  PT Barnum, (1810-1891)

To read the full story behind this wearable art capsule collaboration with Double Stars, head back to the main Circus Capsule page. Below, you’ll find details on this particular neckace, A Day at the Circus #1 (limited edition of 6). The main photo at the top and the first 4 photos below are of this necklace. The last two photos show you the modular nature and the capsule mood image for the entire collection, but are NOT necessarily this necklace.

#6 features all of the common elements to the series: A unique scrap yarn crocheted textile base, approx. 46″, (this one features a tonal bright happy colors, pink, puple, bling fiber), fixed pompoms, one removable pompom affixed to a hair barrette clip, a handmade Free Circus Animals pin badge, 1 bead-filled jelly bangle, 2 striped African jelly bangles made from recycled flip-flop, vintage plastic whistle, vintage plastic skull charm, Viewmaster reel from the series A Day at the Circus, c.1957, three antique mid-century circus animal toys in used condition: a dear polar bear, striped tiger and pink lion. The necklaces with only two celluloid critters are priced a little lower. Note: Viewmaster viewer not included.

As with all of these necklaces, most of the bits ‘n pieces are removable and can be rearranged in any manner that suits you or left off completely, giving you a textile-only necklace and a pile of other fun stuff to play with and wear. Necklace can be worn long or cross-body, or shorter and doubled with a button/loop clasp. Crazy modularity!

Questions, please email. I would prefer that this very special piece not be shipped back and forth, so please get the answers you need to decide.

Painted dress by Yusho Kobayashi.

A Day at The Circus: #5

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

“There is no greater picture than that of 10,000 smiling children. No brighter music than their clear-ringing laughter. That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement.”  PT Barnum, (1810-1891)

To read the full story behind this wearable art capsule collaboration with Double Stars, head back to the main Circus Capsule page. Below, you’ll find details on this particular neckace, A Day at the Circus #1 (limited edition of 6). The main photo at the top and the first 4 photos below are of this necklace. The last two photos show you the modular nature and the capsule mood image for the entire collection, but are NOT necessarily this necklace.

#5 features all of the common elements to the series: A unique scrap yarn crocheted textile base, approx. 46″, (this one features a rich off white, neon green, bling fiber), fixed pompoms, one removable pompom affixed to a hair barrette clip, a handmade Free Circus Animals pin badge, 1 bead-filled jelly bangle, 2 striped African jelly bangles made from recycled flip-flop, vintage plastic whistle, vintage plastic skull charm, Viewmaster reel from the series A Day at the Circus, c.1957, three antique mid-century circus animal toys in used condition: a kindly lion and the sweetest polka dotted pink giraffe. The necklaces with only two celluloid critters are priced a little lower. Note: Viewmaster viewer not included.

As with all of these necklaces, most of the bits ‘n pieces are removable and can be rearranged in any manner that suits you or left off completely, giving you a textile-only necklace and a pile of other fun stuff to play with and wear. Necklace can be worn long or cross-body, or shorter and doubled with a button/loop clasp. Crazy modularity!

Questions, please email. I would prefer that this very special piece not be shipped back and forth, so please get the answers you need to decide.

Painted dress by Yusho Kobayashi.

A Day at The Circus: #4

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

“There is no greater picture than that of 10,000 smiling children. No brighter music than their clear-ringing laughter. That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement.”  PT Barnum, (1810-1891)

To read the full story behind this wearable art capsule collaboration with Double Stars, head back to the main Circus Capsule page. Below, you’ll find details on this particular neckace, A Day at the Circus #1 (limited edition of 6). The main photo at the top and the first 4 photos below are of this necklace. The last two photos show you the modular nature and the capsule mood image for the entire collection, but are NOT necessarily this necklace.

#4 features all of the common elements to the series: A unique scrap yarn crocheted textile base, approx. 46″, (this one features a rich purple, limey green, bling fiber), fixed pompoms, one removable pompom affixed to a hair barrette clip, a handmade Free Circus Animals pin badge, 1 bead-filled jelly bangle, 2 striped African jelly bangles made from recycled flip-flop, vintage plastic whistle, vintage plastic skull charm, Viewmaster reel from the series A Day at the Circus, c.1957, three antique mid-century circus animal toys in used condition: a sweet striped tiger, a pink-eared elephant and a lovely camel. The necklaces with only two celluloid critters are priced a little lower. Note: Viewmaster viewer not included.

As with all of these necklaces, most of the bits ‘n pieces are removable and can be rearranged in any manner that suits you or left off completely, giving you a textile-only necklace and a pile of other fun stuff to play with and wear. Necklace can be worn long or cross-body, or shorter and doubled with a button/loop clasp. Crazy modularity!

Questions, please email. I would prefer that this very special piece not be shipped back and forth, so please get the answers you need to decide.

Painted dress by Yusho Kobayashi.

A Day at The Circus: #3

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

“There is no greater picture than that of 10,000 smiling children. No brighter music than their clear-ringing laughter. That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement.”  PT Barnum, (1810-1891)

To read the full story behind this wearable art capsule collaboration with Double Stars, head back to the main Circus Capsule page. Below, you’ll find details on this particular neckace, A Day at the Circus #1 (limited edition of 6). The main photo at the top and the first 4 photos below are of this necklace. The last two photos show you the modular nature and the capsule mood image for the entire collection, but are NOT necessarily this necklace.

#2 features all of the common elements to the series: A unique scrap yarn crocheted textile base, approx. 46″, (this one features a rainbow of colors, minty green, bling fiber), fixed pompoms, one removable pompom affixed to a hair barrette clip, a handmade Free Circus Animals pin badge, 1 bead-filled jelly bangle, 2 striped African jelly bangles made from recycled flip-flop, vintage plastic whistle, vintage plastic skull charm, Viewmaster reel from the series A Day at the Circus, c.1957, three antique mid-century circus animal toys in used condition: a sweet striped tiger and a pink-eared elephant. The necklaces with only two celluloid critters are priced a little lower. Note: Viewmaster viewer not included.

As with all of these necklaces, most of the bits ‘n pieces are removable and can be rearranged in any manner that suits you or left off completely, giving you a textile-only necklace and a pile of other fun stuff to play with and wear. Necklace can be worn long or cross-body, or shorter and doubled with a button/loop clasp. Crazy modularity!

Questions, please email. I would prefer that this very special piece not be shipped back and forth, so please get the answers you need to decide.

Painted dress by Yusho Kobayashi.

A Day at The Circus: #2

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

“There is no greater picture than that of 10,000 smiling children. No brighter music than their clear-ringing laughter. That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement.”  PT Barnum, (1810-1891)

To read the full story behind this wearable art capsule collaboration with Double Stars, head back to the main Circus Capsule page. Below, you’ll find details on this particular neckace, A Day at the Circus #1 (limited edition of 6). The main photo at the top and the first 4 photos below are of this necklace. The last two photos show you the modular nature and the capsule mood image for the entire collection, but are NOT necessarily this necklace.

#2 features all of the common elements to the series: A unique scrap yarn crocheted textile base, approx. 45–46″, (this one features rich burgundy, sweet pinks and quite a bit of bling fiber), fixed pompoms, one removable pompom affixed to a hair barrette clip, a handmade Free Circus Animals pin badge, 1 bead-filled jelly bangle, 2 striped African jelly bangles made from recycled flip-flop, vintage plastic whistle, vintage plastic skull charm, Viewmaster reel from the series A Day at the Circus, c.1957, three antique mid-century circus animal toys in used condition: a pink horse, a sweet elephant. The necklaces with only two celluloid critters are priced a little lower. Note: Viewmaster viewer not included.

As with all of these necklaces, most of the bits ‘n pieces are removable and can be rearranged in any manner that suits you or left off completely, giving you a textile-only necklace and a pile of other fun stuff to play with and wear. Necklace can be worn long or cross-body, or shorter and doubled with a button/loop clasp. Crazy modularity!

Questions, please email. I would prefer that this very special piece not be shipped back and forth, so please get the answers you need to decide.

Painted dress by Yusho Kobayashi.

A Day at The Circus: #1

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

“There is no greater picture than that of 10,000 smiling children. No brighter music than their clear-ringing laughter. That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement.”  PT Barnum, (1810-1891)

To read the full story behind this wearable art capsule collaboration with Double Stars, head back to the main Circus Capsule page. Below, you’ll find details on this particular neckace, A Day at the Circus #1 (limited edition of 6). The main photo at the top and the first 4 photos below are of this necklace. The last two photos show you the modular nature and the capsule mood image for the entire collection, but are NOT necessarily this necklace.

#1 features all of the common elements to the series: A unique scrap yarn crocheted textile base, approx. 46″, (this one has lovely jewel tones, blue, burgundy, lavender, etc.), fixed pompoms, one removable pompom affixed to a hair barrette clip, a handmade Free Circus Animals pin badge, 1 bead-filled jelly bangle, 2 striped African jelly bangles made from recycled flip-flop, vintage plastic whistle, vintage plastic skull charm, Viewmaster reel from the series A Day at the Circus, c.1957, three antique mid-century circus animal toys in used condition: a lion, a camel and a delightful spotted leopard. The necklaces with only two celluloid critters are priced a little lower. Note: Viewmaster viewer not included.

As with all of these necklaces, most of the bits ‘n pieces are removable and can be rearranged in any manner that suits you or left off completely, giving you a textile-only necklace and a pile of other fun stuff to play with and wear. Necklace can be worn long or cross-body, or shorter and doubled with a button/loop clasp. Crazy modularity!

Questions, please email. I would prefer that this very special piece not be shipped back and forth, so please get the answers you need to decide.

Painted dress by Yusho Kobayashi.

Disco Sheep (Capsule)

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

People all over the world (you don’t need no money)
Join hands (come on)
Start a love train, love train (don’t need no ticket, come on)
People all over the world (join in, ride this train)
Join in (ride this train, y’all)
Start a love train (come on, train), love train

Love Train by The O’Jays, written by Kenneth Gamble & Leon Huff

The Disco Sheep are ready to hop (well, hopping is a bit of an issue, but you know what I mean) on your love train and boogie the night away. So, please take them out, buy them a cocktail, and turn up the music. They are also known to protect you from creepy disco dudes, but I can’t exactly verify or guarantee that. Each of these playful necklaces features a vintage plastic sheepie (1960s or so), a curation of wonderful candy-colored beads from around this disco world, a sparkly disco ball (duh), striped cotton baker’s string, delicate antiqued brass chain and whatever else you see here. Length is 39;” with a clasp it can be easily doubled and worn shorter. Or, I’m happy to shorten it for you, just drop me a line.

A Day at the Circus (Capsule)

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

“There is no greater picture than that of 10,000 smiling children. No brighter music than their clear-ringing laughter. That I, with my small amusements, have created such precious art is my life’s proudest achievement.”  PT Barnum, (1810-1891)

Under the striped tent: Balloons, the silly taunting music of the calliope, the very air scented with a sickening mixture of cotton candy and dung, clowns are mocking in opaque make-up. A thousand children laugh and shriek. Wedged between my parents, I am certain that the world will come violently apart at any moment, there will be no turning back and I will be forever twirling/spinning, jerked from high to low by invisible strings, my soul growing small, finally disappearing. I try hard not to cry. My perplexed & loving parents, having bought the magic–and very expensive tickets–frown and scold. The colors! The sparkle-spangle of the flying acrobats, the razzle-dazzle of the Ring Master’s top hat & tails, the animals so festively costumed, so very clever! The truly delicious (with slight chemical aftertaste) sticky spun-sugar in pastel hues!

And thus, we present one more attempt to reconcile (and wear) beauty + ugliness, happiness + sorrow, chaos + order. You know, in a playful way. Or, maybe it’s just a fun necklace.

The Details:

Modular. Each OOAK necklace (6 total, 4 remain) is approx. 45–46″ long. Can be worn singled (anywhere on the body), or doubled, with a button & loop fastener. Most of the objects can be removed, reordered, reaffixed (lovely rusty safety pins) or left off all together, providing a gorgeous textile-only necklace and a little pile of wearable object/toys. One pompom is a hairclip. Fasten charms to the bracelets and wear them or pin them to your clothing. Note: We do not advise wearing the animals separately due to fragility.

Materials. Textile base: a kinetic length of intuitive free-form scrap-yarn crochet and magic. Pompoms: handmade, scrap yarn. Widgets: Viewmaster reel from A Day at The Circus, a series, released in 1957  (the technology and Metaverse of its day), Free the Circus Animals badge, handmade. Colorful plastic bracelets (one filled with beads!), vintage plastic skull and whistle charms. Celluloid, blow-mold, handpainted circus animals, made in Post-war Japan, mid-century. At 70+ years old, these dearest antique creatures are survivors of who-knows-what at the hands of small humans, and need to be handled with care (could break if dropped or banged). Most show wear–a small crack, a dent, a missing ear–all are stable in this context and still have loads of love to give.

Phineas Taylor (PT) Barnum did not enter the circus business until he was 60 years old. He established “P. T. Barnum’s Grand Traveling Museum, Menagerie, Caravan & Hippodrome” in Delavan, Wisconsin, in 1870 with William Cameron Coup–a traveling circus, menagerie, and museum of freaks.

Disco Sheep #4: Jules

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

People all over the world (you don’t need no money)
Join hands (come on)
Start a love train, love train (don’t need no ticket, come on)
People all over the world (join in, ride this train)
Join in (ride this train, y’all)
Start a love train (come on, train), love train

Love Train by The O’Jays, written by Kenneth Gamble & Leon Huff

The Disco Sheep are ready to hop (well, hopping is a bit of an issue, but you know what I mean) on your love train and boogie the night away. So, please take them out, buy them a cocktail, and turn up the music. They are also known to protect you from creepy disco dudes, but I can’t exactly verify or guarantee that. Each of these playful necklaces features a vintage plastic sheepie (1960s or so), a curation of wonderful candy-colored beads from around this disco world, a sparkly disco ball (duh), striped cotton baker’s string, delicate antiqued brass chain and whatever else you see here. Length is 39;” with a clasp it can be easily doubled and worn shorter. Or, I’m happy to shorten it for you, just drop me a line. Last photos show a variety of Disco Sheep and how they look when worn. This listing is for Jules the green sheep. Return to capsule here.

Please click photos below to enlarge.

Disco Sheep #3: Allain

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

People all over the world (you don’t need no money)
Join hands (come on)
Start a love train, love train (don’t need no ticket, come on)
People all over the world (join in, ride this train)
Join in (ride this train, y’all)
Start a love train (come on, train), love train

Love Train by The O’Jays, written by Kenneth Gamble & Leon Huff

The Disco Sheep are ready to hop (well, hopping is a bit of an issue, but you know what I mean) on your love train and boogie the night away. So, please take them out, buy them a cocktail, and turn up the music. They are also known to protect you from creepy disco dudes, but I can’t exactly verify or guarantee that. Each of these playful necklaces features a vintage plastic sheepie (1960s or so), a curation of wonderful candy-colored beads from around this disco world, a sparkly disco ball (duh), striped cotton baker’s string, delicate antiqued brass chain and whatever else you see here. Length is 39;” with a clasp it can be easily doubled and worn shorter. Or, I’m happy to shorten it for you, just drop me a line. Last photos show a variety of Disco Sheep and how they look when worn. This listing is for Allain the orange sheep. Return to capsule here.

Please click photos below to enlarge.

You’ve Got A Friend (Capsule)

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

When you’re down and troubled
And you need some lovin’ care
And nothin’, nothin’ is goin’ right
Close your eyes and think of me
And soon I will be there
To brighten up even your darkest night

You just call out my name
And you know, wherever I am
I’ll come runnin’
To see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall
All you have to do is call
And I’ll be there
You’ve got a friend

—Carole King (writer, recorded on Tapestry
—James Taylor (recorded on Sweet Baby James)

Each necklace in this series features a fun-lovin’ vintage Care Bear friend–ready to party in a cute party hat–surrounded by a deliciously sweet, super sparkly riot of vintage and new beads and charms (including a mememto mori vintage skull), all affixed to 19 inches of chunky candy-colored plastic chain and guaranteed to bring maximum joy to you and everyone you meet. Each is one of a kind, as pictured, and ready to come knockin’ on your door. The entire first series is also shown, other friends listed separately.

Disco Sheep #2: Brenda

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

People all over the world (you don’t need no money)
Join hands (come on)
Start a love train, love train (don’t need no ticket, come on)
People all over the world (join in, ride this train)
Join in (ride this train, y’all)
Start a love train (come on, train), love train

Love Train by The O’Jays, written by Kenneth Gamble & Leon Huff

The Disco Sheep are ready to hop (well, hopping is a bit of an issue, but you know what I mean) on your love train and boogie the night away. So, please take them out, buy them a cocktail, and turn up the music. They are also known to protect you from creepy disco dudes, but I can’t exactly verify or guarantee that. Each of these playful necklaces features a vintage plastic sheepie (1960s or so), a curation of wonderful candy-colored beads from around this disco world, a sparkly disco ball (duh), striped cotton baker’s string, delicate antiqued brass chain and whatever else you see here. Length is 39;” with a clasp it can be easily doubled and worn shorter. Or, I’m happy to shorten it for you, just drop me a line. Last photos show a variety of Disco Sheep and how they look when worn. This listing is for Brenda the yellow sheep. Return to the capsule here.

Please click photos below to enlarge.

Disco Sheep #1: Marty

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

People all over the world (you don’t need no money)
Join hands (come on)
Start a love train, love train (don’t need no ticket, come on)
People all over the world (join in, ride this train)
Join in (ride this train, y’all)
Start a love train (come on, train), love train

Love Train by The O’Jays, written by Kenneth Gamble & Leon Huff

The Disco Sheep are ready to hop (well, hopping is a bit of an issue, but you know what I mean) on your love train and boogie the night away. So, please take them out, buy them a cocktail, and turn up the music. They are also known to protect you from creepy disco dudes, but I can’t exactly verify or guarantee that. Each of these playful necklaces features a vintage plastic sheepie (1960s or so), a curation of wonderful candy-colored beads from around this disco world, a sparkly disco ball (duh), striped cotton baker’s string, delicate antiqued brass chain and whatever else you see here. Length is 39;” with a clasp it can be easily doubled and worn shorter. Or, I’m happy to shorten it for you, just drop me a line. Last photos show a variety of Disco Sheep and how they look when worn. This listing is for Marty the red sheep. Return to the Capsule here.

Please click photos below to enlarge.

You’ve Got A Friend: Sharing is…

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

Sharing is caring
Oh sharing is fun
We can all share together
Be kind to everyone

Can you share? (Hmmm)
Can you share? (Hmmm)
Can you share? (Hmmm)
Please? (Okay)

—Soojin Jeon (Recorded by Cocomelon)

Each necklace in this series features a fun-lovin’ vintage Care Bear friend–ready to party in a cute party hat–surrounded by a deliciously sweet, super sparkly riot of vintage and new beads and charms (including a mememto mori vintage skull), all affixed to 19 inches of chunky candy-colored plastic chain and guaranteed to bring maximum joy to you and everyone you meet. Each is one of a kind, as pictured, and ready to come knockin’ on your door. The entire first series is also shown, other friends listed separately. Return to the Capsule collection page here.

PS: As an added sharing bonus, I’m including a free vintage Mardi Gras beaded necklace with each Friend necklace (very last picture). These are quite old and rare, probably dated mid-20th century, judging from the plastic and the colors. I’ll randomly choose one that will layer well with your Friend!

Please email me with any questions.

Remember to click photos to enlarge!

You’ve Got A Friend: Rainbow

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
There’s a land that I heard of once in a lullaby
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream
Really do come true

—Arlen Harold (Recorded by Judy Garland, 1938)

Each necklace in this series features a fun-lovin’ vintage Care Bear friend–ready to party in a cute party hat–surrounded by a deliciously sweet, super sparkly riot of vintage and new beads and charms (including a mememto mori vintage skull), all affixed to 19 inches of chunky candy-colored plastic chain and guaranteed to bring maximum joy to you and everyone you meet. Each is one of a kind, as pictured, and ready to come knockin’ on your door. The entire first series is also shown, other friends listed separately. Return to the Capsule collection page here.

PS: As an added love bonus, I’m including a free vintage Mardi Gras beaded necklace with each Friend necklace (very last picture). These are quite old and rare, probably dated mid-20th century, judging from the plastic and the colors. I’ll randomly choose one that will layer well with your Friend!

Please email me with any questions.

Remember to click photos to enlarge!

You’ve Got A Friend: Night Night

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

Night, night, sleep tight,
Don’t let the bugs bite,
If they bite squeeze them tight,
They won’t come back another night.

—Scottish Lullaby

Each necklace in this series features a fun-lovin’ vintage Care Bear friend–ready to party in a cute party hat–surrounded by a deliciously sweet, super sparkly riot of vintage and new beads and charms (including a mememto mori vintage skull), all affixed to 19 inches of chunky candy-colored plastic chain and guaranteed to bring maximum joy to you and everyone you meet. Each is one of a kind, as pictured, and ready to come knockin’ on your door. The entire first series is also shown, other friends listed separately. Return to the Capsule collection page here.

PS: As an added love bonus, I’m including a free vintage Mardi Gras beaded necklace with each Friend necklace (very last picture). These are quite old and rare, probably dated mid-20th century, judging from the plastic and the colors. I’ll randomly choose one that will layer well with your Friend!

Please email me with any questions.

Remember to click photos to enlarge!

You’ve Got A Friend: Funshine

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

When you’re down and troubled
And you need some lovin’ care
And nothin’, nothin’ is goin’ right
Close your eyes and think of me
And soon I will be there
To brighten up even your darkest night

You just call out my name
And you know, wherever I am
I’ll come runnin’
To see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall
All you have to do is call
And I’ll be there
You’ve got a friend

—Carole King (writer, recorded on Tapestry
—James Taylor (recorded on Sweet Baby James)

Each necklace in this series features a fun-lovin’ vintage Care Bear friend–ready to party in a cute party hat–surrounded by a deliciously sweet, super sparkly riot of vintage and new beads and charms (including a mememto mori vintage skull), all affixed to 19 inches of chunky candy-colored plastic chain and guaranteed to bring maximum joy to you and everyone you meet. Each is one of a kind, as pictured, and ready to come knockin’ on your door. The entire first series is also shown, other friends listed separately. Return to the Capsule collection page here.

Please email me with any questions.

Remember to click photos to enlarge!

You’ve Got A Friend: LOVE

Posted on by Jodi Bloom

When you’re down and troubled
And you need some lovin’ care
And nothin’, nothin’ is goin’ right
Close your eyes and think of me
And soon I will be there
To brighten up even your darkest night

You just call out my name
And you know, wherever I am
I’ll come runnin’
To see you again
Winter, spring, summer or fall
All you have to do is call
And I’ll be there
You’ve got a friend

—Carole King (writer, recorded on Tapestry
—James Taylor (recorded on Sweet Baby James)

Each necklace in this series features a fun-lovin’ vintage Care Bear friend–ready to party in a cute party hat–surrounded by a deliciously sweet, super sparkly riot of vintage and new beads and charms (including a mememto mori vintage skull), all affixed to 19 inches of chunky candy-colored plastic chain and guaranteed to bring maximum joy to you and everyone you meet. Each is one of a kind, as pictured, and ready to come knockin’ on your door. The entire first series is also shown, other friends listed separately. Return to the Capsule collection page here.

PS: As an added love bonus, I’m including a free vintage Mardi Gras beaded necklace with each Friend necklace (very last picture). These are quite old and rare, probably dated mid-20th century, judging from the plastic and the colors. I’ll randomly choose one that will layer well with your Friend!

Please email me with any questions.

Remember to click photos to enlarge!