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We have heard so much about finding the Heart & Soul this past year...
Heart & Soul of the Country,
Heart & Soul of the People,
Heart & Soul of the Arts,
Heart & Soul of Self,
& Ah...
Heart & Soul of the Kaleidoscope!
- now that’s where I would look for Heart & Soul.
This year has definitely been the year of the Kaleidoscope!
The Kaleidoscope is a true reflection Heart & Soul as it connects us with country, people,
arts & self. The mirrors of the Kaleidoscope are the Heart & Soul of the Kaleidoscope & reveal
the hidden beauty & symmetry of the unfolding images. The images can be thought of as the world
with diversity in its pieces, yet unified when viewed in their totality. The viewer's involvement
with the changing image gives a sense of being able to change their view & better relate to the world.
It puts things in a positive light.
The image can also be thought of as Life as we would like it to be - filled with unexpected change,
natural beauty, and harmony. Sometimes the images appear to be people joining hands in unity. Again
a very positive notion.
Many kaleidoscope artists pour their own Heart & Soul into their Kaleidoscopes & there seems to be
some exchange of ‘soul’ which can often be felt by the viewer. As an art form the Kaleidoscope is
unique. It is one of the few that allows the viewer to create the beauty, & it is pure delight to
see the designs reappear in constant renewal. It is a reminder of ever changing beauty & can
influence our way of thinking, feeling and reacting to the world. With it’s reflection of light &
color, it is an avenue to the Heart & Soul.
*WOW*
New Scopes
Our artists again have worked their magic with their new Kaleidoscopes.
Silver jewelry pin & bracelet kaleidoscopes by the Healys... convert to necklaces too.
'Wind Dancer' by Bergeson... A beautiful blend of sculpture & colorful motion.
'Rata' & 'Dream Catcher' by Marci Clark... stirs the soul.
The 'Artists Palette' by Coghill... a fun, colorful little wooden scope.
The Colliers have had fun creating the 'Magic Maker' as well as the dust cover for the Kaleidopods.
The images in Images' 'Treasure Keeper' are timeless treasures.
The 'Double Feature' by Chromascopes... a larger version of the Wedding Scope.
'Dichro 4' by the Kittlesons... may be their most beautiful.
The wood & glass 'Sizzle' by Paul Knox... one of a kind & first class.
You'll love the new petite, olive-wood mini-scope... by the Mindrups.
The new musical 'Rose Tin' by Paretti... makes you hum & smile.
The 'Tear Drop" teleidoscope by Rainbow Ridge is a upstanding scope.
'Musical Memories' by Sue Ross ... is sooooo romantic.
Tickle's 'Happy Hour'... is all you'll need.
It's 'Fundango' when you 'Double Up' with Corki Week's 'Nuts & Bolts'.
And especially for the holidays...
Laura Wilde's 'Secret Windows Snowflake' is everlasting.
The Secret Garden 'Christmas' Kaleidoscope... Twice is nice.
Our holiday paper scopes include candy-stripe kits, sparkling scopes & more, for all ages.
More...
Some fun new items this year
Playfully Elegant Dichroic Jewelry by Essential Glass... So Kaleidoscopic!
Signs by Nita... some of your favorite kaleidoscopic says... Fun & Frivolous
Also, vibrant, colorful oils & inks by artist Steve Asay
Web Site
Our website, www.casitascopes.com now has a great new look, with lots more scopes to choose from.
Webmaster Doug, has done a great job - please be sure to leave a note in the new guest book.
Open House
We will be celebrating our annual open house this year on December 4th, so please join us or give
us a jingle. We continue to thrive on our wonderful interaction with all of you. As the year draws
to a close we are all looking forward to a Light & Bright New Year.
The End is only the Beginning!
Hoping to see more & more of all of you in the coming year.
With Colorful Spirit,
Pat, Lesley, Lynn & Scottie
& doggies too, especially Poquita
* - "Kaleidoscopes: Wonders of Wonder" - Cozy Baker
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