"for they may act upon their dreams with open eyes, to make them possible..."
"For they may act upon their dreams with open eyes, to make them possible..."
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.....the journey

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Irishcarver started on a small, 30 square ft balcony in California, although I am from Ireland. My interest in Polynesian jewelry and pendants stems from way back to my early surfing days as a 12 year old. I love the similarities between the Polynesian and Celtic cultures and designs. 

I have always worn fish-hook style pendants but they were usually cheap, knock-off ones. It was all I could find. My interest and passion in these amazing and mythical hooks was really awoken when my beautiful wife bought me my first "real" hook. A truly unique piece, a beautiful Gill hook hand-made in Samoa from a Pacific Great Barracuda. This started, what has now become, a fantastic journey into learning the meanings and techniques used to make these treasures.

My carvings are made with the utmost care and attention, incorporating age old techniques and practices. I have acquired shaping and lashing techniques through friends, classes, books, internet and patience. My knowledge continues to grow, as does my skill. I am proud to have wearers of my art across the globe. 

Thank you for stopping by. 

...for they may act upon their dreams with open eyes to make them possible...
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