This unique smokey quartz wire wrapped pendant has started it’s journey to the new forever home in the UK.
It was available in my Etsy store for a few months, and it has now found a place to continue it’s work.
Smokey quartz -SOLD
The roman set
A brand new jewelry set available in my Folksy shop.
The inspiration behind this necklace and earring set is a necklace from 4AD. That particular necklace was made out of glass and shells apparently with copper findings.
My set is made from rose quartz and turquoise all set with tarnish resistant silver plated copper.
The earrings have a sterling silver ear wire.
Just head to my shop and check out my vast collection of wire wrapped jewelry, and if you type in FOLKSYLOCAL you get 10% discount from the 27-28 November 2021.
Silver lapis lazuli pendant
This unique lapis lazuli pendant is now available in my Folksy shop – click and shop.
The wire weave was created using sterling silver, the whole pendant is 12g , with the silver wire weighing 7.6g, the rest of the weight being added by the stone. The pendant comes with a silver plated chain included and can be shipped to UK, USA or Europe.
And if you join me for the Online Folksy Christmas market from the 27-28 November 2021, you can benefit from 10% off across my shop.
Folksy Christmas market
SAVE THE DATE
This year I will be joining many British artists as part of the Folksy local Christmas market 27-28 November 2021.
My FOLKSY shop will be taking part in the market.
Will provide free delivery to the UK,
If you are a buyer from the US or the EU please message me so that I can provide you with a quote for the shipping costs, buyers from the US and EU are responsible for the additional costs for any import, VAT or local taxes at point of arrival.
Part of my presence in the market I will be doing two live craft demonstrations via Instagram Live
Dates of the event 27th of November 2021 and one on the 28th November 2021.
Pop-up virtual market
Just a quick shout out to everyone – from the 17th to the 18th April 2021 my Etsy shop is part of a virtual market organised by The Pop Up Emporium a British platform who promotes markets for British artists.
Over 90 jewelry pieces are available to travel to forever homes globally. And if you live in the UK and shop during the time of the market anything over £25 at checkout gets free domestic delivery. Click here cupon included in the link.
As part of the market I am also doing a live craft demonstration from 1 pm UK time, and will be live on my Instagram for at least 3 hours :) Takes about that long to create a wire wrapped pendant.
If you wish to find out about the art of wire wrapping, do read this blog entry to find out what wire wrapping means to me.
Thanks for visiting.
Brecciated-jasper pendant
Last month I was showing of a triangular brecciated-jasper pendant, this month I listed my second piece with a distinctly different and yet similar stone. This brecciated-jasper stone has high levels of hematite veins all over, so the best silver filled setting was a very simple wire weave.
If you would like to own it, click here – to visit my Etsy listing, and of course if jasper is not your thing, have a look around I have a large collection of wearable art pieces available.
Thank you for your visit
Bracciated pendant
A unique and simple pendant in silver filled wire showcasing a beautiful tetrahedron shaped bracciated jasper stone. This time around I wanted the stone to showcase itself.
If you wish to own this unique piece, you can visit my Etsy shop by clicking here.
Shell shard pendant
A unique pendant you will not find on the high-street. Sea-shell shard wire wrapped in silver plated copper. This unique wearable art piece is available in my Etsy shop.
Click here, if you wish to own it.
Rococo amethyst pendant
A beautiful statement pendant, amethyst wire wrapped in tarnish resistant silver plated copper wire.
If you wish, you can own it via my online Folksy shop; click here.
Spotted jasper pendant – SOLD
A beautiful and simple spotted jasper pendant – SOLD to a forever home in the US.
Random acts of kindness
Today 17/02/21 is the “random acts of kindness day” and to celebrate on my Etsy shop I have 15% off for 24 hours. Type in KINDNESS at check-out and if the cart is £20 or over, your discount applies. You can send a beautiful hand made wire wrapped wearable art piece to a friend or to yourself. Click here
Random acts of kindness is something that is indeed dear to my heart, as this can help someone understand that the human family is indeed a family. When you help out a perfect stranger because you have the means, the kindness you showed ripples through time and space and unites us all in love.
“Paying it forward” is another way to show that one day someone believed in you enough to help you out, so that when the time comes and you have the means to do so, you can in turns brighter up someone else’s day.
Hope you have a wonderful day out there in the world, and that someone thinks of you today.
Send a virtual hug, or give an actual hug, say a nice word to your neighbor or engage in conversation someone who seems to need it.
To you my reader, I send gratitude and wish you a wonderful day wherever you are in the world.
YOU MATTER, YOU ARE SPECIAL, YOU ARE LOVED.
Heart shaped Amethyst pendant
Dual sided silver filled copper wire pedant. The center stone is a beautiful amethyst semi precious stone.
This is available in my FOLKSY shop. Click here.
Modern amethyst pendant
This is a modern asymmetrical pendant, dual sided that can be worn as part of an evening ensemble or a day time look. It is available to travel to a forever home via my ETSY shop: click here
Craft demonstration videos
At the start of December 2020 I took part in the Folksy Christmas market with my Folksy shop. During the two days of the virtual market, I did some live demonstrations on my Instagram feed. Of course I saved these videos as a way of showcasing my process of creating a pendant and you can hear me speak about some of my pendants that were available on the day, or continue to be available on my Folksy Shop.
At the time I was live for about 8 hours in total.
I completed the two pendants below during the live event.
I you wish to see the process you can head to my Instagram feed and watch them all, or click on the links: Agate slice video 1; Agate slice video 2; Labradorite pendant video 1; Labradorite pendant video 2.
The footage was not edited, it is “as it was recorded” – so if it makes you chuckle; just go with the flow and I thank you for joining me for the journey.
ONLINE CHRISTMAS MARKET 2020
Join me and hundreds of makers this weekend 5th – 6th December 2020 for the online market via Peddle.
My FOLKSY shop will be part of a virtual market.
You can follow me live on my Instagram, as I will be posting live videos of how I create a unique wire wrapped piece.
I will be doing lots of little videos, pictures, etc as part of the market presence.
Golden cross shaped pendant
Golden glass beads teamed with dark grey filigree beads all shaped together into a cross motif. Complemented by a tarnish resistant wire wrapped bail and free form chain.
Available to buy in my ETSY shop.
Filigree necklace
The ensemble you see before you is a blend of handmade and shop bought elements.
All the connecting findings and clasp on the necklace is hand made using tarnish resistant silver plated copper wire that has been textured.
The beads are sourced from a UK seller.
Together they create an avant-gard style necklace, which can be worn during the day; or even paired with an evening attire. Matching earring available.
Necklace length:
67 cm / 26.3 inches
Earrings length
4.5 cm/ 1.77 inches
This jewellery set is available in my Folksy shop
Botswana agate pendant
This piece was inspired by the British royal wedding of the year in 2018. Botswana was where the couple spent some of their time.
The brown colour with the delicate white lining is almost seethrough; to reflect the delicate stye of the stone i created a simple yet elegant wrapping around the stone. The wrapping is using silver wire; which converts into a very delicate pendant; perfect for office or casual wear.
If you wish to own this unique piece; head to the Folksy shop.
Wrapping it up for Christmas 2017 – only until 15th December
Not long left until Christmas time is here for Christians across the globe. It is a time to spend with family and friends. It is a time for celebration and gifting.
For many of us, this time can be very stressful to get the “right gift”. Gifts do not have to be big. Gifts can be small and home made. Or even locally made.
These beautiful pieces are still available in my Etsy shop.
To help Santa along a bit…. if you buy from the UK shipping is on me until the 15th December 2017; standard shipping charges apply world wide.
Shop will be taking a break from the 15th December, until January 2018, when it will reopen. Hopefully I will have some new pieces added to the collection.
A short holiday, is always a wonderful time to recharge.
Continue to shop local, continue to support local artists, if not through buying then through promoting your local shops though blogs; liking the artist pages. Let’s support creativity; imagination and diversity.
Pink opal pendant
This simple yet elegant silver pendant is made using 0.99 silver wire. 7g of wire was intertwined for a simple elegant design.
The centre stage is taken up by a delicate pink opal sourced from SaraGemsCo (Etsy) – country of origin -India. Sarah had this to say about the pendant “You are really a great and skilled artist. You really made this pendant a beautiful art piece. You turned only wires and a cabochon into a pendant without any silver welding joints. We really appreciate your Work. We know it takes so much time, work and skill. Hats Off to your Beautiful Work. “
Due to the delicate colouring of the stone; I wanted to create a simple design to showcase the beauty of the gem.
The piece will come in an organza bag for safe storage and a 21 inch silver plated chain free of charge.
*Though I used silver wire for this piece; like all metals silver will age; so please cleaning gently with no harsh chemicals.
Preferably do take it off prior to a shower or a bath; as it may tarnish the wire.
Always rotate your jewellery pieces; wearing one item all the time may tarnish the piece; having different pendants on creates a new look.
Available to buy on here: Pink Opal Pendant
Hematite wire wrapped pendant
I am always excited when I am able to produce individual pieces from drawing to finished article.
This piece is the result of jotting down some drawings whilst having my morning Saturday coffee. It is simple and yet elegant with clan flowing design.
The hematite beads hang wrapped in the same tarnish resistant silver plated copper wire.
It hangs beautifully from a 24″ chain – is suitable for an elegant evening out or indeed part of a day time attire. Below is an opportunity for you to purchase this unique piece.
If you wish to own this beautiful piece, visit my Etsy shop – click here
**A NOTE: Wire wrapping is a genre of jewelry which requires pliable wire to be shaped into each piece. As a piece progresses, the wire hardens and it will retain it’s shape, however if you try to bend it or it gets squished, it will bend. Do not place your wire wrapped jewelry in a purse or pocket. :) Though all silver plated pieces are made from tarnish resistant wire; it may age; as most metals do. Mild soap and water shouldn’t damage the finish, however I do recommend removing your jewelry before showering or bathing; using household cleaners, chemicals, or essential oils; doing manual jobs like gardening or washing dishes; and applying lotions. Do not use jewelry cleaners on this jewelry. Sometimes the plating can wear off with excessive use – therefore I recommend not wearing the pieces every day. Rotating your beautiful jewelry pieces creates a new look for you; and changes your mood for that day.
Jade feathered pendant
This intricate pendant is wire wrapped in tarnish resistant silver plated copper wire.
The gem stone is a translucent semi precious green Jade stone. Due to the translucency of the stone photographing the true colour was tricky; the stone has silver veins running through it; giving the pendant a unique look pending on the light.
The size of the pendant will look amazing on a long chain (included). The pendant comes packaged in a gold organza bag; for safe storage.
If you wish to own this delicate piece of jewelry visit my Etsy shop – click here. (£42+shipping)
Continue reading “Jade feathered pendant”
Shea shell and pearl pendant
Sea shell pendant
(price included postage and packaging; 24" silver plated chain; comes in a handy storage pouch - international shipping)
£31.00
This pendant is hand made using a sea shell that I found on the shores of the ocean in Portugal. The town of Cascais was an ideal place to collect shells on the sandy beaches. True it takes some searching to find inspiring items; but when you find it – it just allows for imagination to flow. due to the shimmering light of the shell – i felt introducing a pearl in the pendant would create a story for this piece.
The shell has been coated with clear varnish to preserve it from the effects of the atmosphere. Nestled in the wire wrapping is a cultured pearl. The wire wrapping is made using tarnish resistant silver plated copper wire.
The pendant is reversible; if can be used either with the pearl showing or its back of the shell. This pendant would suit anyone who like eco jewelry or jewelry made from up-cycled materials.
If you wish to purchase this item you can do so buying it here or by visiting my Etsy page: Sea shell pendant
The web of life
Pendant is made from tarnish resistant silver plated copper wire. At the heart of the pendant is a speck of obsidian black stone.
If you wish to purchase this you can do so on my Folksy page: The web of life (Price: £45+postage)
Size: 6 cm X 5 cm
International shipping is also available – please contact me for details.
._____________________________________________________________________
This piece came about whilst trying to re-produce a drawing of mine.In fairness the drawing would lend itself perfectly to a soldered piece and as I have not learned that technique i tried to reproduce it in wire.
The pendant has 5 overlapping layers; each weaved on its own and then attached one on top of the other. It is build up to have a three dimensional feel to it. The core has an Obsidian black shard suspended on wire.
it is indeed a statement piece at 6 cm X 5 cm it hangs well on a longer chain; and can compliment any day time or evening attire.
It is unique as the same patterns will not be able to be reproduced; even if i tried to create it again the shape the size the webb will be different; just as our lives is different from one day to the next
Three stone Blue Swarovski crystal pendant
Three crystal jewelry
(price includes postage and packaging; a 24" silver plated chain; item will come in a handy storage pouch - ships internationally)
£48.00
This asymmetrical pendant is made from non-tarnish silver plated copper wire. Encased in the web are three blue Swarovski elements.
If you wish to purchase any one of these items you can do so directly from here or via this lin Three bead silver plated pendant on Etsy. (Price: £45+shipping)
The dimensions of the pendant are as follows: length: 8cm/ 3.1 inch ; width: 3cm/ 1.2 ich
__________________________________________________________________________
The inspiration for this pendant came by using a tutorial. Yes I try to see how others are doing things to gain insight into methods of wrapping.
The intricate weaving and shapes were dictated by the wires and the beads; and it allowed me to lose myself in the detail when making it. By the time the pendant was finished it dawned on me that it could be linked up with the steampunk fashion trend; due to the curvy and circular lines of the weave.
As it is a hand made object; re-creating an exact replica will be impossible; which is why it is a unique piece of jewelry.
This item will look nice on a long hanging necklace and can be worn during the day or as part of a night outfit.
A bead is all it takes
These pendants are made from silver plated copper wire; wrapped around one single bead or various shape and colour.
If you wish to purchase any one of these items you can do so via the Etsy shop: Single bead pendants
Each pendant is approximately 3.5 cm/ 1.3 inch in size ( price £12+p&p)
Pendant will come in a pink organza pouch for storage.
International postage available.
_________________________________________________________________
These pendants came to be mostly because i have a myriad of individual beads which can’t be made into full necklaces for the lack of symmetry. It is like having that odd sock you can’t ware; similarly odd beads are much harder to incorporate; therefore each one of them now has a new life.
Can be worn as part of day time or evening ware.
Blue magic
The pendant is made from tarnish resistant copper wire. The stone is a heptagonal 2cm botryolite gem stone in blue black hue. (Price: £25 + postage and packaging)
Size of pendant: 4.5 com / 1.5inch
If you wish to purchase this pendant you can do so on my Etsy page: Blue Magic
Pendant will be dispatched in a storage pouch mode from natural materials.
International postage available – please send me a message and I will let you know the full price for posting to your location.
_________________________________________________________________
The pendant itself is up-cycled from a botryolite chain. I felt that each stone should have its own setting rather than just being hung on one thread; therefore each stone will be changed into unique pendants, weaved in different shapes.
The pendant can be worn either with the full stone showing or the weaving taking center stage. Can be worn using a silver or copper chain; will look amazing worn as a day time pendant or as part of your evening ware.
Elven dream
This pendant is made from tarnish resistant silver plated copper wire and a 2.5 cm/ 1 inch amethyst gem.
If you wish to purchase this item you can do this buy pressing the button below: (Price: £30 (9cm) or £35(10.5 cm) + UK postage)
Elven Dream sizes:
9 cm /3.5 inch size £30.00 GBP
10.5 / 4 inch £35.00 GBP
Alternatively you can buy it on my Etsy page here: Elven dream
International postage available – please send me a message and I will let you know the full price for posting to your location.
The item will come in a pink organza bag for storage; and a silver plated chain free of charge.
_________________________________________________________________
The amethyst stone inspired the pendant.
Due to its conic shape and manner in which a drilled whole was situated I knew that it needs to be suspended; in order to showcase its beauty.
The design evolved through a composite of wire weaving styles; if you look closely a variety of intricate patterns emerge.
The size of the amethyst and shape also made for a number of pendant sizes; the wire wrapping matched the stone size and shape.
These pendants will be a wonderful treat for anyone who likes over-sized jewellery.
Amethyst drop
This pendant is made from an amethyst gem wrapped in copper wire. Gem size: 3 cm or 1.2 inches.
Pendant size: 5.5 cm / 2.1 inch (Price £30+ postage and package)
If you wish to purchase this pendant you can do so by visiting my Etsy shop: Amethyst drop
Item will come in a storage pouch made of natural materials.
International postage available – please send me a message and I will let you know the full price for posting to your location.
_____________________________
The inspiration for the stone came from the unusual shape. It is almost like a teardrop. Wrapping the copper wire landed itself to have an asymmetrical spheroid wrap at the top. The wire wrapped circles naturally fit into the curvature of the gem.
Double impact – dual shell pendant
This pendant is made from two shells the wire wrapping is done using silver plated copper wire.
If you wish to purchase it you can do it by pressing the button below: ( Price: £10+ postage)
Item comes with a silver plated chain in a card envelope free of charge.
International postage available – please send me a message and I will let you know the full price for posting to your location.
_________________________________________________________________
The main shell I found it on the shores in Kimmeridge – South of England. I knew then that the only way to use it is to have something else suspended inside it. This gave birth to the piece you see before you. The trickiest part was working out how to attach the second shell inside so as to have the illusion as if one floats inside the other.
You must be logged in to post a comment.