Saturday, March 19, 2011

Labradorite Necklaces

Finally got a chance to make some new necklaces instead of rings for the Ring A Week challenge.  Two different styles, but both with labradorite which is one of my favorite stones. 
This one is more simple and contemporary.
Vintage Styles Blue Labradorite Pendant Necklace
This one has wire formed scallops around the edges. It has a vintage feel, doesn't it?

Thursday, March 10, 2011

RAW 52/10 - Latte Ring

Latte Ring, with Ocean Jasper

Trying to set this stone a little differently, using tabs.  Instead of using a thinner bezel wall, I cut strips of heavier gauge sterling silver to surround the stone.  The little tabs were cut and pushed over the stone to make a secure capture. 


Latte Ring, with Ocean Jasper
With this opaque milky white ocean jasper, it works perfectly with a darken bezel wall to make the stone pop.

Saturday, March 5, 2011

RAW 52/09 - Copper Saddle Ring

I've always like forging - something about shaping metal with the hammer.  It's very relaxing and satisfying.  This week, I cut this ring from a flat sheet of copper and it has one solder seam.

Saddle Ring - with patina

Saddle Ring - without patina

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Custom Moonstone Necklace

Posting a custom designed necklace for a client who bought my Ring A Week 52/02 Marquise Moonstone Ring.  Thanks, Nicole, for this wonderful collaboration opportunity.

Marquise Moonstone Necklace
Custom Moonstone Necklace, back

Saturday, February 26, 2011