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Malachite and Sterling Silver Ring

Maria, for whom I previously made this ring and this ring, asked me to make her a ring using a malachite cabochon I had in my gemstone stash.

Malachite and Sterling Silver Ring

I love this particular piece of malachite – it’s lighter than usual, and very striking!

Malachite and Sterling Silver Ring

I hope Maria enjoys wearing it as much as I enjoyed making it.

Malachite and Sterling Silver Ring

Thanks, Maria!

Story of a Beautiful Tree

I bought the most divine wooden tree puzzle from my lovely friend, Kylie, and it lives in my study where it brings me joy each day! I was inspired so much by it, that I asked Kylie how she would feel if I were to borrow her beautiful tree design for the ‘Earth’ symbol in my new Elementals range. She kindly agreed to let me! I feel honoured both that she was happy for me to use her gorgeous tree shape, and that she liked the pendant I created so much that she bought it! Below is a blog post that she wrote about it. You can read it in full over at Kylie’s Raw Toys website!

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From Puzzle to Pendant

Back when I first started my little shop, I made a handful of two piece tree puzzles. I sold most of them and have not felt inclined to make more so I discontinued them. Out of the blue, I received an email from my silversmithing friend, Ruthie, from The Silver Forge, asking my permission to use the design from one of these trees she had purchased a while back for an idea she had in mind.
It’s no secret how much I adore Ruthie’s work, so as you can imagine, I was thrilled with the idea! Here is the original tree puzzle belonging to Ruthie:
And here is her finished piece.. my tree design as a stunning silver pendant!
I developed an instant crush on this pendant and decided that I neeeded to be it’s owner. The beautiful tree pendant and I are now insperable and it’s especially perfect that it features my birthstone, the peridot. Thank you so much, Ruthie, I treasure each of the beautiful creations of yours that I’m lucky enough to own – you are a rockstar!
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Thank you so much, Kylie!
Pinky Orange Sunset Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Orange Sunset Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

The lovely Charmaine, who I previously created this ring and this ring for, asked me to make her a ring from this divine orange sunset flavoured drusy agate cabochon.

Pinky Orange Sunset Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

The colours and textures of this stone are simply amazing!

Pinky Orange Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I hope Charmaine loves it as much as her previous two rings.. it was a pleasure to create it for her! Thanks, Charmaine!

Pinky Orange Sunset Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

The lovely Leesa, who I created this ring for, recently chose this superb black drusy agate cabochon to be made into a ring.

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Very stylish and understated, it looks gorgeous!

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I dropped it off to Leesa today, and she was very pleased. Thanks, Leesa!

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

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 one which I created for her daughter.

Grey Pearl and Sterling Silver Ring

Sharon wanted the same style, but a grey pearl instead of a cream one.

Grey Pearl and Sterling Silver Ring

I love the luminescence of the pearl against the silky feel of the silver.

Grey Pearl and Sterling Silver Ring

Thanks, Sharon, it was lovely to make this ring for you!

Sterling Silver Gumleaves Pendant

Sterling Silver Gumleaves Pendant

I received a request to make a pendant with an Australian theme for a wee Irish girl. I designed this little gumleaf pendant for her.

Sterling Silver Gumleaves Pendant

I didn’t want to be too typically Australian, and liked the subtlety of the gumleaves and gumnuts.

Sterling Silver Gumleaves Pendant

The initial idea for the leaf construction came from a good friend and ex-classmate. Thanks, Fiona!

Sterling Silver Sphere Pendant

I made one of these silver sphere pendants for my mother-in-law for Christmas. In the rush, I didn’t have time to photograph it.

Sterling Silver Sphere Pendant

Providentially, it was accidentally lost, and she asked if I could make another one!

Sterling Silver Sphere Pendant

It is hollow inside. I love the soft finish.

Sterling Silver Sphere Pendant

I’m thinking of adding these to the shop – let me know if you’re interested!

Sterling Silver Tree of Life Ring

Adam wanted a special ring for his wife for their 15th wedding anniversary which is coming up soon.

Sterling Silver Tree of Life Ring

Adam told me he would like a Tree of Life ring, and sent me a few pictures that he liked. Keeping those in mind, I designed a ring for him.

Sterling Silver Tree of Life Ring

What a lovely idea for a wedding anniversary gift, so personal and unique!

Sterling Silver Tree of Life Ring

Sterling Silver Domed Ball Ring

Charlotte contacted me recently, as she had been looking for a special ring for a while, had come across this website and liked the look of some of my domed pieces. We designed a ring to suit her, combining elements of two other rings that I have in my Beyond Silver Dome collection.

Sterling Silver Double Dome Ball Ring

 

Charlotte just picked her ring up today, and she’s very happy with it! So glad. Thanks, Charlotte!

Sterling Silver Double Dome Ball Ring

Sterling Silver Heart Earrings

Nic contacted me with a request for a pair of heart earrings that she wanted to have created especially for her.

Sterling Silver Heart Earrings

Nic wanted them to be elongated, ‘puffed’ hearts, with marquis shaped hooks. We emailed about how they would look and what size they needed to be, and after a little bit of discussion, I got to work!

Sterling Silver Heart Earrings

The hearts are finished with a high polish, as you can see from the reflection in the photos. (It’s hard to capture a good photo of highly polished, curved surfaces! 🙂 )

Sterling Silver Heart Earrings

I created them with a spiral twist on the base of the earwire where it joins to the back of the heart –  forgot to take a picture of that, but you can just see in the reflection in the last picture! Thanks Nic, these earrings were fun to make. I’m really glad you’re enjoying them!