Found Objects Sacred Heart

I am loving, at the moment, making things with the sacred heart theme.  I acquired this old spoon from an Antique Shop in Macksville, last week.  I removed the spoon handle with a jeweller's saw.  Formed a sheet of copper to represent flames beneath the heart.  All metal layers cold connection rivetted with copper tubing. The Mexican Folk Art Antiqued Copper Heart Milagro is from etsy shop "Alamo 2003". The pieces are very versatile since you can use them for anything or everything! They are ready and perfect for jewelry projects like charm bracelets, necklaces or even earrings, also they look awesome on any stationary piece.

Milagros are a small part of Mexican culture that gives you, your project, and your house a peculiar sense of being unique. Milagros, also known as an ex-voto or dijes, are religious folk charms that are traditionally used for healing purposes and as votive offerings in Mexico and other areas of United States. In Spanish, the word milagro literally means miracle. Meaning of the Flaming Heart Milagro : a healthy heart, bringing passion to your life, love you have for another.

Milagros derive their meanings in several ways. They all have a traditional and a literal meaning. Milagros also gain meaning through the wearer’s intentions. Your thoughts, your hopes and desires attach themselves to the milagro, making it a tool for your intention to be carried in.