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The Piece


Valhalla

$52

Details

Hand loomed beadwork in Minnesota Vikings inspired colors, created using transparent glass seed beads in deep purple and golden yellow tones. Finished with gold toned findings and woven bead by bead on a traditional loom.

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Valhalla was created through weeks of prototypes, tension testing, redesigns, and late night loom work. Inspired by Minnesota Vikings colors, this piece became more than a game day design. It became a lesson in patience, structure, and trusting the process.

Valhalla Prototype, Longhouse Threads
Valhalla Beads, Longhouse Threads

The first prototype. This is where I realized the purple mattered. Stopped halfway through.

Comparing the original beads to the final transparent purple and gold palette.

Valhalla, Longhouse Threads

Valhalla. The finished piece.