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Although it goes against the medium's traditional teachings, Houston says this technique creates increased light refraction, particularly in the transparent glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiritiles can be hung on the wall (they look especially impactful in groups), displayed freestanding, and even withstand high humidity, direct sun and covered outdoor environments (we recommend taking them inside during cold winter weather).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spiritiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":794642849,"sku":"6128","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0247\/6087\/products\/Turning_Point_HL.jpg?v=1588972121"},{"product_id":"true-north-162-retired-houston-llew-spiritile","title":"True North 162 (Retired) | Houston Llew Spiritile","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Think not that you direct the course of love, for love...directs your course.\" - Kahlil Gibran\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereleased Spring 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.5 x 5.5 x 2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eglass enamel on copper, formed around a wood core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Spiritile is made painstakingly by hand in Houston Llew's studio in Charleston, South Carolina. 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