Thanks to the artistic skills of Blake Williams, Cactus Conservation Institute has, in the past, offered some unique gifts. They are no longer available but this page is being maintained in fond memory of Blake.
| Handcrafted peyote jewelry |
Each handcrafted offering exemplifies a type and condition of these extraordinary plants we seek to protect.
Click on each image for a description.
NO PEYOTE WAS HARMED IN THE MAKING OF THESE ITEMS!
You might be asking "How was that possible? They look so realistic!"
Each mold was carefully cast by Blake Williams in situ in the natural setting in which the peyote was found, and the living peyote plant was left there undamaged to continue its existence. The appearance of these is therefore unique in that they are from living plants growing in their natural habitat. The form such plants take is considerably different from that of plants grown "in captivity".
No contribution has ever been used for compensation of any CCI staff member who will all continue to freely volunteer their time, labor and expertise. Including the making of this jewelry.
They are no longer available.
Some lucky individuals are maintaining their peyote button as a legal part of a cactus garden or collection.
We welcome all email and snail mail with any feedback you have to offer.
"El Brujo" in bronze |
For gold versions of any of the above, inquire.
If you know someone who you feel would be interested in this project, forward this website to them.
We look forward to hearing from you.
