Hydroponic Radishes - my first experience with growing radishes in hydroponic system

My first hydroponic radish experiment. There is no soil in there, only LECA pebbles to support the plants and hydroponic solution to provide nutrients and water. The radishes are 5 weeks old and there are several of them ready to be harvested. As it is winter here and we have almost no sun I used LED lamps.

Acorns and Oak leaf handmade necklace. Pearls Citrines asymmetric wire wrapped in sterling silver pendant. Nature inspired jewelry by Arctida

As some of you may know, I’m a molecular biologist, meaning that I’ve studied a lot of so called *green* biology (flora and fauna studies). And even thought I work in the lab I love anything to do with nature which is also my biggest inspiration source for all of my Art. So here is my latest nature-inspired piece - Acorns and Oak leaf handforged necklace made of Citrines, Pearls and oxidized Sterling Siver.

 
While browsing thru other types of handmade acorns I found this very cool tutorial on how to make felted wool acorns by Tonya Utkina. Aren’t they simply adorable :)


Oh and did you know that acorns and oak tree are sacred in many cultures and has long been seen as a symbol of strength and power. Because the acorn only appears on a fully mature oak, it is often considered a symbol of the patience needed to attain goals over long periods of time. It represents perseverance and hard work.

Lenae - Contemporary style organic Peridot hoops earrings in solid copper. Handforged Jewelry by Arctida

This week EST challenge's theme was "Pumpkin and other autumn fruits" hosted by dinafragola.

As I’m still hooked up on my latest ruffled hoop design (Nivi and Electra earrings) I thought I'll try to make one pair in Autumnal fruits, harvest inspired colors. So here is my new pair of hoops: Lenae - Lime Peridot solid copper hoops earrings.

Do you want to make a pair of hoops like this your self? Here is my tutorial for Gemstone Hoops earrings!