Leaf and Bud Pendant - Multi red pearls The rice toss originated as

The rice toss originated as a way for guests to wish the bride and groom a showering of abundance and good fortune

along with sunflower oil

Materials: The Lavender brooch is cast in bronze with a hand patina finish and accented with purple cast glass flowers and buds of pale and deep purple enamel

It is the fruit of certain species of the genus Vaccinium that grows in bogs and marshes

Materials: The leaves and twigs of the Petite Blueberry pendant are cast in green hand patinated bronze

Leaf and Bud Pendant - Multi red pearls The rice toss originated asGazanias are a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae. They are native to southern Africa, particularly in areas with sandy soils and low rainfall. Gazanias are known for their showy, colorful flowers that open during the day and close at night or in cloudy weather. However, it was the unique shape of their leaves that first caught Michael's eye. Gazania plants have elongated, stem like leaves that can grow to over 4 inches long.