HOT ! Cats Necklace

Artist: Lynn LattaMaterials: Porcelain, Sterling Silver Dimensions: 18” chain beads start at 1.5” to .75” inches

Fabric Motif: Cats symbolize good fortune in Japan. They are thought to bring wealth, prosperity, and luck. (Think: cat with the paw up by shop cash register)

Haiku:  blue-eyed sideways glance             pointed chocolate tail twitches             claws stretch couch scratches

                                             - Suzanne Bailie

About the Work: \"I grew up having cats and have two black cats so was especially excited to have chosen the cat fabric. I wanted a traditional bead necklace reminiscent of pearl strand in a modern application. The porcelain beads needed to be light so they were formed as two separate half’s then joined together. The fabric required that custom underglaze be mixed to get as close a color match as possible. The design of the fabric was transferred to the beads and each one applied by hand.\"

Lynn Latta Bio: Lynn Latta grew up in Los Angeles surrounded by many talented artists using many different styles and mediums. She  started studying fine art which influenced her desire for mastery and high quality finished work. Lynn has been highly influenced by modern artPorcelain is a great medium that can be both malleable enough to experiment with while having a luminous quality which allows spontaneity and shows vibrant color. Each piece is hand made separately and then assembled. Some firing are done multiple times to add layers of extra color and texture.

This piece was part of the Yukata Inspired 2025, a collaborative exhibition between Okan Arts & Danaca Design featuring jewelry and metalwork alongside Haiku from Haiku Northwest. Learn more and view the entire collection HERE.