INTRODUCING samantha jean
From my earliest days of childhood remembrance, I always had the innate desire to create.
To create what you ask? Well, who knows… But I had the spirit to try it all. The will to try worked hand in hand with an awe-inspiring innovative family who “Art-estrated” an abundance of opportunities to explore; and whom enthusiastically encouraged the various intricate workings of my busy mind.
Yawning Crowe Congeries is a wide-ranging collection of elegant arts and hand-crafted items; enchantingly bountiful in whimsy, grace, wow and a touch of who knows. Intently rendered with a love of creation, a heart enveloped by imagination and the deep appreciation of all things crafted by hand.
No creation is ever possible without the love, guidance, support and inspiration my loved ones provide each and everyday.
‘The creative adult is the child who has survived.’
Ursula k. Le Guin
As always, thank you for taking the time to offer feedback,
co-create, purchase & admire.
SJC
Artist &
Early Childhood Educator
MISSION
Yawning Crowe Congeries creates hand-crafted, unique & customized items with imagination, ingenuity and originality.
VISION
To reciprocate the spark that inspires.
FREQUENT INQUIRIES
Do you accept custom design orders?
Yes! Custom orders make up the bulk of our orders. Custom orders require a non-refundable deposit upon approval of design, prior to starting the project. Most custom pieces can be completed within 7 to 10 days (depending on design/size) and are subject to material availability.
Caring for stained glass art -
In time, your art piece may oxidize and start to look a little dull. A quick polish with a microfibre cloth should restore the luster of the glass and solder. Remember to always handle your art piece with care and to wash your hands thoroughly after handling.
Suggestion: you can use a carnuba liquid cleaner wax. Follow the polishing instructions according to whichever product you choose.
Does your art contain lead?
Yes, as with most stained glass art, a 60/40 tin/lead solder is used on all of our glass art pieces. Please always wash your hands thoroughly after handling your new piece of art and keep out of reach of children.
Does your glass jewelry contain lead?
No, any items for wear which may come in contact with skin and clothing and are considered a frequently touched/worn item, use lead free solder, safe for skin contact. Chains, pins, earring studs and hoops etc are crafted with pre-made jewelry grade materials.
Maintaining botanical art pieces -
There are no dyes or artificial preservatives of any kind incorporated means of preserving colour so they will fade over time. They may turn shades of tan, yellow, brown, white, or even translucent. If maintaining colour for as long as possible is important to you, we recommend hanging your botanical piece in an area that receives indirect or no sunlight.
How should I hang up my piece?
Use nails or screws to display pieces directly from the wall or window frames is most recommended. Some unfixtured pieces, would typically be displayed by simply leaning against the window - just be sure the place you choose is a window that isn't frequently opened and is out of reach from pets and children to limit the chance of falls and damage. Suctions are not recommended.
Can I display my piece outside?
Use your discretion when hanging/displaying your piece outdoors and in the elements. Considerations should include extreme weather conditions, such as heat, moisture, rain and freezing. Some creations have jewelry grade chains and jump rings which should not be exposed to water/moisture on a constant or reoccurring basis. Ultimately your decor piece is always best protected indoors.