PEPPERSTEM

This art doll was made slowly, by hand, using traditional materials and a lot of intention. The body is shaped from spun cotton, light and soft, just like the antique holiday figures that inspired it. Glass glitter and real mica flakes were added by hand, catching the light in a gentle, imperfect way. Nothing here is meant to sparkle loudly. Instead, it glows quietly, like frost in early morning light.

The figure feels part angel, part guardian. The small face is calm and watchful, framed by a hooded silhouette, while the wings shimmer softly with layers of glass glitter and mica. The gold accents and star above its head give it a ceremonial presence, almost as if it were carrying a wish, a prayer, or a promise into the coming year.

This piece is not meant to be tucked away after the holidays. It belongs on a shelf, an altar, or a special corner of the home where it can be seen and appreciated all year long. It feels especially fitting for moments of transition, new beginnings, or quiet reflection.

Each doll is completely one of a kind. The textures, the way the mica catches the light, and the subtle variations in form are all part of what makes it unique. It is delicate by nature, made to be admired rather than handled often, like a small relic or keepsake.