Talking Turkey

I had a great catchup with a friend who has just come back from Turkey.
Here's the pendant she brought back - the symbol of Istanbul*.

* See the comment below which gives more information about this symbol. Also, check out wikipedia.

Necklace fixed

Another trip to the markets on Sunday (Mothers Day).
I took along a pendant that I had wrecked (twisted the head pin out of shape and it didn't hang properly), hoping that someone on one of the beading stands would be able to help me. The bead itself I bought in WA about 2 years ago. At the most recent Stitches and Craft, I found the fine velvet rope. A lovely lady fixed the fittings and ta da! a wearable piece at last with a story and memories...