Butterfly in the Berry Patch Earrings | #10
Butterfly in the Berry Patch Earrings | #10
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Like a butterfly floating through a strawberry patch, fluttering and glowing.
Warm, smooth garnet studs, like little berries clinging to the ear. Below the garnets are summery montana agate gemstones.
On the backs of the agate dangles, I have sawn tiny geometric and slightly irregular windows, to look like the patterning of a butterfly wing.
For each pair of earrings, I used very different agate pairs, varying in shape, patterning, color, and size.
☀ See the photos of the earrings being held and next to an American quarter for size reference.
Made in my smithing studio using time consuming, age-old metalsmithing techniques. This piece is made with solid craftsmanship and all parts of this piece have been hand-fabricated.
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All of the pieces in my collections are handmade and hand-finished, and make use of natural and recycled materials. All items will have slight, natural imperfections rendering each piece unique. It is these variations and imperfections which denote their handcrafted nature and individual character, specially made for every wearer.
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To create my antiqued pieces, the sterling silver is oxidize until dark gray. Oxidation is a process that happens over time naturally to sterling silver. Then the piece is brushed and polished until the highlights are lighter and the lowlights are darkened. But this oxidization is not permanent, and will fade in the areas that rub, and stay dark in the recesses. The patina will change over time, making your piece unique to you.