We are glad you joined in, photos are a must here. LOL. We are not only GJ nuts, we're picture junkies. The amber glass looks so pretty out in the sun. I'd love to have found your leaf shaped topper. I recently scored 4 ruffly amber bowls (ashtrays actually) and a couple of amber vases, and trying to decide if I want one totem with them or two short ones instead. But after seeing yours, can't wait to get mine outside in the sunlight!

Karen

Karen (purplemoon)...your goodies sound great! Wish I had that sort of luck. I was fortunate enough to find the amber I did at the thrift shop. And the glass under the leaf was from my cabinet..lol..they were old glasses I held on to for those "just in case" emergencies...lol.

My Aunt is upset with me for using the amber tray on the bottom of my totem. She thinks it's depression glass. I'm not sure really...but I bought it for my totem..not to display..lol...

I can't wait to see your totem with the ashtrays..bet they turn out great!

And yes..I'm a picture junkie also..lol...I have a bunch saved to my computer from this forum so I can look back at them for ideas.

that clear drinking glass. or vase. doesn't match the other colors or style.imagine it without the glass.the bird is a good topper.

That is very pretty, it sure catches the sun. great first one! thanks for sharing

dustyknees - "that clear drinking glass. or vase. doesn't match the other colors or style.imagine it without the glass.the bird is a good topper."

Well you may not like the glass but it was what I had available to me at the time and it doesn't bother me that it doesn't match the style of the rest of the glass. I like how it turned out just the same. I was looking for more height. (smile)
And the top is not a bird..it's a glass leaf dish of some sort.

thanks for your input though.

dusty you have been nice for a good while, why stir the water now. There is no written law about what you put in your totem...even if they all are different kinds and colors. It is a beautiful way to use glass to put bling in the garden.

I think the clear glass gives the leaf the appearance of floating on air.

I love it all!! I think I am gonna look for glass to make one myself.......lol Great Job!!!

i see a bird. the original use could of been a fancy ashtray.

Great totem,very pretty amber glass. I always check to see what I'm using in case it's valuable. If it's worth something then it can fund more glass. There's so much glass out there,so little time :) I've got a huge stash waiting for me!

I love your totem. I think the Leaf on top really tops it off!!! Great job!!! It looks beautiful in the sunlight. Amber glass has that way about it doesn't it?(-: Thanks for sharing your picture(-: And welcome to the forum!!!! My sons friend is a Marine stationed in Iraq. ( I read your other post)

LOL..everyone..thanks for all the comments!! I love to hear from you all.

Dusty...you might be right about an ashtray..never thought of that. And I can see how you would think it's a bird from that picture. I'll take another one tomorrow at a different angle to show you all the leaf shape better.

Mz Fran...LOL...I'm so glad I inspired you to post and try one for yourself. I bet you do great with it!

Kudzukween - Yes I agree with you..from now on I better be more careful about what glass I use..lol..my Aunt will have my head if I don't..LOL.

Cindee - A HUGE OORAH!!!! to your son's friend. I'll keep him in my thoughts to stay safe while in Iraq.

Ooohhh, that's very pretty. Loos like the perfect spot for it too. Thanksk for sharing.
Donna in Florida

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Lovely color choice - very beautiful!

It looks great, I love it, clear glass and all. To each his, or her, own.

Sharon

How fun! This is one I did using amber globes from old lamps and an amber glass dish. Only problem is that something fell on it and broke the middle ball, so I have to redo the whole thing.
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Oorahgirl, I LOVE YOUR TOTEM!!!! I like the variety of the amber with the clear glass...and I love the leaf on top! You have inspired me! My wife and I have been collecting or a totem. I have not seen you post in awhile. I miss you and your creations! PLEASE POST SOON! We miss you! Kirk