From a recent workshop at the Haystack Mountain School of Crafts...the feeling in my hands is only just now returning enough for me to type this. We learned sheet forming from our fearless leader, Hoss Haley. This piece is not in pieces in my basement getting properly fit together and eventually finished in some way or another.

From 2D to real life... these finger bones are made of clay. The ring is steel (with a 7 to 8 inch diameter) and stolen from another project for the time being. I am trying to figure out the best way to encapsulate the bones within a finger. I am hoping that smooth-on has a foam substance that I can cast around the bones and then carve to the shape I want. Any and all material suggestions are welcome. Feel free to leave any constructive comments.

The most recent project: operation funny bones. In a continued look at the prospects of getting married, I ponder commitment. 'Til death do us part... bones, ring, finger, you get the idea. Currently I am making finger bones out of clay, with plans for some expanded polystyrene, laminated plywood and, of course, paper mache. I do not know if mache bones will be stuffed with candy or not... they are not life size. Finger bone ratios are 3:2. The current dimensions should fall around 18, 12, 8 inches. The bones will then be contained within a zip-up fabric finger and then squeezed into a steal ring. I do, do you? Please let me know what you think and look out for more in progess shots. Peace.