Simplifying life. This pendant exemplifies what I’ve been trying to achieve in my own life in recent years… aesthetically pleasing simplicity. Minimalist sterling silver circle with a bezel set Pyrite (6mm) cabochon. The circle represents primordial unity and the Pyrite is so earthy it made…
Teardrop with Pearl Pendant Necklace Textured Rose Bronze
Something about this piece reminds me of a Moroccan design, so I’m going to call it my Moroccan teardrop (or inverted Moroccan teardrop). This is rose bronze (bronze with a wee bit more copper in it than usual). I’ve put the texture only on one…
Japanese Waves Crest Silver Pendant Saw Pierced Sterling Necklace
Minimalist design of cresting waves inspired by an ancient Japanese crest. I created this unique pendant using a technique called “saw pierce” where I cut away the negative space in the design I drew on a piece of sterling silver sheet. For contrast, I’ve soldered…
Picture Jasper Large Bezel Set Teardrop Necklace Pendant
Simple, large teardrop shaped natural Picture Jasper set in silver and copper hand-fabricated bezel. The Japser is 1 and 3/8ths inches tall (36mm). The bail is a slender tube of sterling silver that accommodates this delicate sterling chain.
Forged Copper Torque Necklace with Artisan Blue Lampwork Glass Bead
I made this intriguing collar necklace from forged copper that I hammered for texture and form. The focal bead is handmade by Santa Cruz lampwork artist Alex Spinglaschell. it’s 40mm and fully kiln annealed and cleaned. The width of the torque is just over 5…
Sterling and Copper Textured Cuff Bracelet
A lightly hammered sterling silver folded frame holds a snakeskin textured copper interior.
Medieval Inspired Hand Fabricated Wolf and Garnet Two Tier Disk Pendants Necklace
This piece is from my “medieval” line, created from recycled metals using the metal clay methods of forming, firing, and finishing. The silver colored metal in the pendants is a nickel-free steel alloy, the layer on top is pure copper and the embedded stone is…
Egytpian Lotus Wire Wrapped Necklace Pendant with Lapis, Turquoise, and Carnelian
I created this necklace last year and shared it on a few forums then was honored to be contacted by the editors of WireWork magazine asking if I could write an article explaining how to make it. The article is in the Spring 2013 issue…