Mother of Thorns Creations

This 30oz is available now! $25

Valentine's Day is coming!! Message me now for custom orders!!

I got the pleasure of making these 2 tumblers, and I'm so thrilled!! Some super meaningful tumblers for a wonderfully pleasant customer! Thank you, Alyssa for your orders!!! These were so much fun!!

Last day to place orders!! These models are all I'm doing from now until christmas!

Bottle openers, Cork screws and wine bottle stoppers!

Need teacher gifts? Stocking stuffers? Co worker gifts? These are the perfect little touch that can be customized for anyone's style. I have these and more in the comments ready to go! Or msg me for more ideas, and i can have them ready in minutes!!

Holly Davis Mikel

Robert Carlyle’s portrayal of Rumpelstiltskin in Once Upon a Time is nothing short of mesmerizing. As one of the show’s most complex and compelling characters, Carlyle brought layers of nuance to a role that required equal parts menace, vulnerability, and charm. With his trademark intensity and incredible range, Carlyle transformed Rumpelstiltskin—known in fairy tales as the cunning trickster—into a deeply flawed yet strangely sympathetic figure.

From his glittering gold skin to his eerily theatrical mannerisms, Carlyle’s Rumpelstiltskin is unforgettable. His ability to shift between the Dark One's chilling, sing-song voice and the softer, broken tones of his human counterpart, Mr. Gold, highlights the duality that defines the character. Carlyle captures the essence of a man trapped by his own greed and ambition, yet driven by an all-consuming desire to protect and reunite with his son, Baelfire. This internal conflict makes Rumpelstiltskin one of the most relatable villains in modern television, even as his moral compass remains wildly unpredictable.

Carlyle’s performance is also layered with moments of humor and wit. Whether delivering a sly quip or spinning his signature phrase, “All magic comes with a price,” he injects levity into the darkness, keeping viewers enthralled. His chemistry with other cast members—particularly Emilie de Ravin, who plays Belle—adds emotional depth, turning the love story of Rumpelstiltskin and Belle into a poignant and tragic centerpiece of the series.

What makes Carlyle’s portrayal so remarkable is his ability to make Rumpelstiltskin both detestable and deeply human. Viewers are often torn between rooting for his redemption and fearing his next move. This dichotomy is a testament to Carlyle’s skill as an actor, his meticulous attention to detail, and his ability to embody the heart of a character, no matter how twisted.

In Once Upon a Time, Robert Carlyle redefined Rumpelstiltskin, elevating the iconic fairy-tale figure into a character of Shakespearean proportions. His performance remains one of the show’s greatest triumphs—a masterclass in acting that ensures Rumpelstiltskin’s place as one of television’s most unforgettable antiheroes. 😉

My display Mikel's Pub has grown! Go have you a cold drink and get ya a cup or wristlet too! Southern freshie ju**ie has a variety there as well!!

A lanyard and wristlets set I made this week! These are so much fun!

These are a popular model that I offer. They are my favorite for at home use, can be a regular cup coffee in the am, soda can holder in the afternoon, mixed drink glass for after dinner and beer bottle holder on the weekends!