Purple agate slices surround this iridescent butterfly sun catcher that Sherry put the finishing touches on today.
The gem and mineral show had a great first day Friday. The weather was sunny and cool. It is hard to imagine how sixty dealers along with all the Orcutt club activities can attract such a crowd, here in the Central Coast.
We will be here at the Nimpomo High SChool through Sunday.
PS The Olympic opening ceremonies were fun to watch. Did you see them?
The dragon’s egg is a concretion of three minerals, forming at the edge of an ancient sea many thousands of years ago.
Today through Sunday we will be here at the Nipimo High School for the 49th gem and mineral show, hosted by the Orcutt gem and mineral society. Over 50 exhibitors are showing and selling all manner of minerals, rocks and jewelry.
The club hosted a pizza dinner for the exhibitors last night. Thank you to the Orcutt club. The weather is cool and a much appreciated break.
Sherry picks the agate slices, this one from California, then positions the agate and adds the pewter in a way that compliments each other. No two slices are alike. Even the reverse of the agate slice can be strikingly different. Western themed items are popular. This piece features the iconic Saguaro cactus, found in Arizona. Hang it in a sunny window and enjoy!
We say good-bye and thank you to Oxnard today and head for the Central Coast for a few days of R & R. This weekend we will attend the gem and mineral show in Nipomo hosted by the Orcutt club.
We hoe your week is blessed.