Nina's Hamsa hand embroidered hoop - Misericordia 2015

This piece was a chance for me to add patterns and line drawings to my usual text.

Nina's Hamsa hand embroidered hoop - Misericordia 2015

I was asked to create a piece that drew on Nina’s North African and Balkan roots (as well as her parents’ love of ceramics).

Nina's Hamsa hand embroidered hoop - Misericordia 2015

The hamsa is a traditional symbol of protection, especially for women and children, used in many cultures and religions.

Hand embroidered hoop - Misericordia 2015