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Handmade Neon Apatite and Silver Bangle

neon apatite and silver bangle – silversmith handcrafted

This neon apatite and silver bangle was a custom build for a client. Harley was on a mission for his wife to have a bangle made to fit in with her existing collection. He visited my workshop and viewed the selection of gemstones I had available. The neon apatite had caught his wife’s eye, and Harley decided it was the perfect stone.

Handmade Neon Apatite and Silver Bangle

Harley’s wife was keen to have a round bangle to fit in with her other jewellery. I worked within the style and size of her existing bangles. As I usually do, I kept the design of this handmade neon apatite and silver bangle simple. To balance the gemstone and keep it on top of the wrist, I weighted the bangle with some silver spheres.

Handmade Neon Apatite and Silver Bangle

Apatite comes in the most glorious shades across almost the whole spectrum of colour. There is a lovely apatite pendant in The Silver Forge shop at present which really showcases the stone. I designed and handcrafted the pendant myself using traditional silversmithing techniques and tools.

I have some other beautiful gemstones in different colours and shapes. If you’d like your own bangle, pendant or ring, let me know. I’d be happy to create for you!

Chrysocolla and Sterling Silver Bangle

handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle

This handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle was a custom build for one of my lovely clients. Robbie wanted a unique and personal gift to give to his partner for her birthday. He visited my workshop and viewed the selection of gemstones I had available. The gorgeous pair of chrysocolla stones caught his eye, and they are the perfect shade for a redhead to wear.

handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle

As I usually do, I kept the design of this handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle simple. The gemstones are the key feature of the piece. I prefer to let them do the talking. Often, the simple things in life are the best!

Chrysocolla is a copper containing mineral, and is often found with turquoise and malachite. This gemstone comes in the most glorious shades from deep green to bright blue. I’ve made a few pieces with this gorgeous stone, including this pendant for my lovely mum. Meanwhile, I have a couple of pieces on the bench now waiting for me to turn them into custom pieces.

I have some other beautiful pairs of gemstones in different colours and shapes. If you’d like your own bangle, or even a pair of earrings, let me know. I’d be happy to create for you!

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Pendant

eudialyte and silver pendant – handmade in brisbane

This eudialyte and silver pendant came about because Vera came to my workshop and browsed through my gemstone collection. There were a lot of choices, but Vera finally narrowed it down and chose two eudialyte stones for me to create with – one for her, and one for her partner. Vera’s piece is the eudialyte and silver cuff you can see more of here.

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Pendant

Her partner’s piece is this eudialyte and silver pendant. It’s a whoppingly big cabochon, great for a larger person! Eudialyte is a lovely stone and you can read more about it here.

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Pendant

Vera was very happy with the end result, and so was I. I think these pieces make a beautiful matched pair. I wish Vera every happiness for the future!

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

Eudialyte Cuff Bangle

Vera came to my workshop and browsed through my gemstone collection, choosing two eudialyte stones for me to create with – one for her, and one for her partner.

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

This cuff is for Vera. She wanted some subtle detail if I thought it would suit the stone.

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

Vera was very happy with the end result, and so was I!

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Cuff Bangle

This cuff bracelet was a one-off remodelling job I did for a lovely client using an old cuff which was precious to her but unfortunately broken. It’s a good reminder to be careful when putting on your cuff bangles not to squeeze or stretch them and over-stress the metal!

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

The existing stones were (probably) turquoise, and the addition of chrysocolla adds interest and texture to the piece.

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

It was great working with Juliet, and we discovered quite a few uncanny coincidences that made the experience even more special! Thanks!

Sterling SilverAboriginal Symbol Cuff Bracelet

Sterling Silver Aboriginal Symbol Cuff Bracelet

Sterling SilverAboriginal Symbol Cuff Bracelet

I recently created this custom made sterling silver cuff, which depicts an Aboriginal symbol representing travelling (with the circles representing a resting place/watering hole).

Sterling SilverAboriginal Symbol Cuff Bracelet

 

My client was pleased with the rustic branch or sand drawing-like nature I gave the symbol, and he has given it to his friend to remind her of her connection to her home while she goes ‘walkabout’. I really enjoy making meaningful pieces for people!

Sterling SilverAboriginal Symbol Cuff Bracelet

Swirl Ball Cuff Ring

My dear friend Narelle designed this swirl ball cuff ring.

Swirl Ball Cuff Sterling Silver Ring

It was a birthday present for her sister, Trini.

Swirl Ball Cuff Sterling Silver Ring

I love the whole idea, and it was an interesting challenge to make!