Announcement
3/25/24 New work is being created almost daily--also remember that I announce all new items immediately on Instagram which is probably the best way to stay on top of current offerings!
Each one of my talismans is handmade and always one of a kind. I hope you'll linger a while and take time to read about all of my offerings. Each one is carefully handmade and comes from the heart. The best way to stay updated is to follow me at @deserttalismans on Instagram. I always post new items there when they come available.
I also have a website with more gallery images and info at deserttalismans.com
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I specialize in handmade, one of a kind jewelry, medicine bags, and beads for meditation and prayer, all inspired by the desert where I live. I do my best to source or create unusual materials, some of which are very ancient. Every piece is handmade with love and care, and beautifully presented to you.
++ Follow me on Instagram at deserttalismans I always show new items there first, both for this shop and my website shop.
++ Check out my Pinterest account as well!
The links for all of these are below.
Desert Blessings,
Dawn
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Reviews
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Carol on Mar 10, 2024
5 out of 5 starsDawn's earrings, those she uses metal clay to create with, always have the depth of character, crispness, and detail dedicated to the artifact she chooses to replicate. That's what makes her intentional metal clay work so uniquely elegant and special, even to their desert-applied earthy end as a pair of wabi sabi purchased earrings. How she does it so well...who knows? That she does it is my good fortune! I love the earrings and will wear them often as I do many other's of Dawn's works. Thanks Dawn.
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Carol on Mar 10, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis is one magnificent ring. Light as a feather, and being on the horizontal, easy to read the artistry Dawn created with red pigments and paper. The rolled paper upon receipt is hard as a rock! So even though Dawn shares information regarding careful wear, etc., which I will heed, the paper, binder and ocher pigments were so well manipulated and applied that the end result is a sturdy length of what appears to be desert red rock. It's set in a rustic sterling silver bezel with reticulated band, all elements complimenting the whole without trying. Thanks again Dawn.
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Alyson on Feb 1, 2024
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful! This will be a perfect gift. Shipped quickly with great care. Thank you!
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Carol on Jan 18, 2024
5 out of 5 starsWhen I first saw Dawn's bracelet in the shop I was hesitant to buy it. Not because I didn't love it at first sight, but I'm not accustomed to the wire-type band. They are usually not well done with edges left neglected. But knowing Dawn as I do, I decided to buy, especially after I read about the delicious components attached to the bracelet. When the talisman arrived I had to smile. The bracelet was wrapped in long, hammered, smooth-edged wires that in themselves were attractive. Wabi sabi elegant. The components as described in Dawn's listing are gorgeous, and the piece on the wrist feels almost magical, something that happens each time I wear one of Dawn's pieces. Dawn has been my go-to artist for nearly fifteen years now. For me she's a blessing in many ways...a golden thread flowing to and fro through humanity.
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jupiterslifeline on Jan 12, 2024
5 out of 5 starsReally enjoy this artist's work, so much detail and depth. I keep watching for new pieces!
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KA on Dec 21, 2023
5 out of 5 starsGorgeous earrings that were created from all of the elements of this shop that I love. They are long and dramatic, but also surprisingly lightweight. I need a shorter version for everyday, but these will be for special occasions. Always a wonderful shop experience!
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Carol on Dec 15, 2023
5 out of 5 starsOf such beauty...silent, light, and perfectly weighted. I wear it daily. Thank you Dawn.
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Carol on Dec 15, 2023
5 out of 5 starsLovely piece from my favorite artist. Thanks Dawn for your magical hands.
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Heidi on Dec 11, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful rustic OOAK. GREAT SELLER. I have been a fan for years.
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KA on Oct 31, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful earrings! I was worried these might be a bit heavy, but they are actually very light for the size and so gorgeous! I have many necklaces and a few rings from this shop and would love more earring options too! The simple, rustic designs are what makes this style stand out. Always amazing!
About DesertTalismans
A sharp-edged and unconventional beauty
Shop members
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Dawn Wilson-Enoch
Owner, Talisman-Maker, Photographer, Package Designer, Shipper
I'm a lover of desert places, a creator of talismans, a bridger of worlds, a desert dweller. I live on desert light. My home and studio, shared with my cats Zia and Jasper, is in Northern New Mexico.
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Jasper
Studio Assistant
This stripy guy is a sun worshiper with fabulous long legs. He was adopted along with his sister, Zia, from Animal Humane. He's a sturdy friend and dedicated lap cat.
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Zia
Materials Inspection
Named for one of the nearby Pueblos, Zia is very bright and inquisitive, and is the main reason I can no longer keep jewelry materials in the open. She was adopted along with her brother, Jasper, from Animal Humane here in New Mexico.
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Frequently asked questions
Custom and personalized orders
CUSTOM ORDERS: My work is one of a kind and I do not accept any custom orders, including requests to recreate previously sold items.
SORRY, NO RESERVATIONS ARE ACCEPTED
Sizing details
The size of each item is given at the bottom of each listing. The only variations in size are for rings that are adjustable. See the listings for details.
Care instructions
Care instructions are provided at the bottom of each listing.
Gift wrapping and packaging
All items are giftwrapped and carefully packaged for shipping. My packaging is a work of art in itself! It is almost entirely comprised of recycled and reusable material, and is stamped with designs I carved myself which are based upon ancient Southwestern rock art.
Wholesale availability
Sorry, wholesale is not available at this time.
Copyright
All items and images in the Desert Talismans shop are copyrighted and may not be reproduced in any form, or in any medium, without the written permission of Dawn Wilson