My darling friend Aimee sent me a design concept, and asked me to make her these pearl earrings.
They look fabulous on! Love you Aims. š
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Flashback – Pearl and Sterling Silver Ring
On a trip through China with my family in 2008,Ā as part of a tour of Shanghai we visted the Jin Mao Tower (at the time the sixth tallest building in the world).Ā Our tower entry tickets rather bizarrely entitled us to a free pearl each at the top of the tower (don’t ask, I still don’t know!), so we wandered past many vendors of tourist tat, and found a counter where a girl whisked out some big flat oysters, popped them open with a pair of pliers and a screwdriver, and offered us a choice of pearls!
We each chose one, and I held onto them for some time, then decided to set them in a ring so that I could enjoy them.
The top of the ring is reticulated – a method that involves heating a sheet of silver to almost melting point, so the surface becomes textured. Fun stuff!
As another addition to my family was on the way at the time, my very kind teacher Sue, gave me a little seed pearl to set in the top of the ring along with the other three. I treasure this ring, and still wear it today!
Grey Freshwater Pearl and Sterling Silver Ring
I received an email from Sharon recently, asking if I could make a ring for her similar to this oneĀ whichĀ I created for her daughter.
Sharon wanted the same style, but a grey pearl instead of a cream one.
I love the luminescence of the pearl against the silky feel of the silver.
Thanks, Sharon, it was lovely to make this ring for you!
Kasumi Style Pearl and Sterling Silver Ring
This pearl ring was a recent commission piece – a nice big Kasumi style pearl in a simple sterling silver setting.
Jade provided the design, and was just lovely to work with!
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I learned a lot about pearls while making this ring. The mussel that grows this particular kind of pearl makes pearls with a lot of texture and variations in color. I really like that idea, as I like the “grown by mother nature” feel provided by some bumps and imperfections. A bit like all of us, really!!