oh! i just found out that i'm in the running for Poppytalk's favorite handmade jewelers poll. well that's a nice surprise! i see many familiar names on that list --all wonderful jewelry artists-- so of course it will be tough for anyone voting! if you would care to vote for me click on the poppies image below and look for my name in the jewelry part 1 list. p.s many thanks to the person or persons who nominated me-- i don't know who you are, but i appreciate your support!
"there is always some madness in love. but there is also always some reason in madness. "
nietzsche.
i had to do it-- i made a traditional heart- for valentine's day (or anytime really).. a sterling heart shaped shadow box features a golden butterfly-- a symbol of the soul --liberty, luck-- and love of course! the bail and toggle clasp are a mix of sterling and 14kt gold--all parts are handmade with the exception of the sterling chain. available in my etsy shop.
Just the right amount of whimsy! I like the purposefully scratched surface, or is it etched? I'm always curious to see what you'll come up with, Kathi!
ReplyDeletehi dawn-- the surface of the silver was impressed by rolling it through a mill with crumpled paper for added texture, then later it was given a scrubbed finish--to obtain a matte result.
ReplyDeletewhat a gorgeous necklace kathi! love the shadow box effect!
ReplyDeletewow!!!!!!!
ReplyDeletethis piece is superb!
xoxo!
...and you have my vote, of course!!! you are my favorite jeweler!
ReplyDeletethanks so much nubia-- you are a sweet heart! and ngan-- thanks dear lady!
ReplyDeleteHi Kathi, it's amazing as all the jewellery you make!!!! Gorgeous work...and as you know I love buttertflies!!!!!! ;-)
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Marta.
hi there marta and fellow butterfly fan-- so nice to find you here-- thanks!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that butterfly pendant, just gorgeous...Happy New Year by the way! D :)
ReplyDeletehey dee-- so wonderful to see you! it's been a while. thanks so much! ( i'm heading over for a visit--now that i know you have a blog)
ReplyDeleteThese are amazing!
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