Natural charm

 Sometimes it's the more simple of the collections which appeal to me most. Also the handmade, the idea of using what is around you to create the amulets.  The idea of putting more than one object together to create a whole new meaning - that is what appeals to me.

Teeth and claws

Tooth and bone necklace worn to cure disease and illness

One of the many curious drawers at the museum

Natural objects stabbed with nails and wrapped with thread

Nuts used to hang in a boat for good luck

Seal charm

A cure for warts

Objects of my affection

Categorising and ordering the objects

Drawings