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Sterling Silver Ring

Flashback – Plain Sterling Silver Ring

Sterling Silver Ring

When I started attending the Goldsmith’s School in Brisbane back in 2005, the first piece that everyone made was a plain half round ring. This is known in the trade as a ‘wedder’ (as it is a basic wedding ring.) The ‘half round’ refers to the profile of the ring.

Sterling Silver Ring

It is possible to use a rolling mill and roll wire to be half round, which is the easy way to make one of these rings; we started with a thicker, flat piece of metal, shaped it into a ring, then filed and emeried until it was half round – it’s a good way to learn those basic techniques, and also to get an understanding of the complexities of silversmithing.

Sterling Silver Ring

I made this ring to give to my son at the time – I don’t think it would even fit onto his pinkie finger these days!

Pink Opal and Sterling Silver Ring

Pink Opal and Sterling Silver Ring

Pink Onyx and Sterling Silver Ring

I do make more petite rings sometimes, and this pink faceted opal cabochon from my small gemstone collection was just perfect for the occasion!

Pink Onyx and Sterling Silver Ring

My lovely son asked me to create a ring for a friend of his. Her favourite colour is pink – so what better stone?

Pink Onyx and Sterling Silver Ring

I designed the setting to bring the pink opal away from the finger where it might otherwise be lost, but is still small enough for a dainty ring wearer! Love you my son. xx

Green Mojave Turquoise and Sterling Silver Ring

Mojave Green Turquoise and Sterling Silver Oval Ring

Green Mojave Turquoise and Sterling Silver Ring

After seeing a mohave green turquoise ring I created for another client, Karen fell in love and wanted one of her very own!

Green Mojave Turquoise and Sterling Silver Ring

I was able to source another mojave green turquoise cabochon, and create this ring.

Green Mojave Turquoise and Sterling Silver Ring

Thanks, Karen – it’s a stunner!

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

One of my dearest old school friends asked if I could create a bangle for his daughter’s 16th birthday.

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

He sent me a sketch of what he wanted, and described the ocean feel he was looking for in the stones.

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

This piece was truly a pleasure to create, it just flowed together beautifully. Happy birthday, Sophie! xx

 

Checkerboard Black Onyx and Sterling Silver Ring

Checkerboard Black Onyx and Sterling Silver Ring

Checkerboard black onyx is proving to be popular, and I was pleased to be able to create this ring for one of my wonderful clients.

Checkerboard Black Onyx and Sterling Silver Ring

Rosie has great taste in gemstones, and her collection of The Silver Forge pieces is growing!

Checkerboard Black Onyx and Sterling Silver Ring

Thanks, Rosie – I like your style!

Tanzanite and Sterling Silver Ring

Tanzanite and Sterling Silver Ring

Tanzanite and Sterling Silver Ring

It was my mum’s birthday a while back, and as I know she’s been coveting a tanzanite ring for a long time now, I thought it was about time I made her one!

Tanzanite and Sterling Silver Ring

Even though they’re not ‘sought after’, I like the inclusions in this stone – I think they give it depth and interest.

Tanzanite and Sterling Silver Ring

Happy happy birthday, my dearest Masie!! 🙂

Faceted Black Onyx Jewellery Set

Faceted Onyx Jewellery Set

Faceted Onyx Jewellery Set

 

One of my clients fell in love with faceted onyx (as have I!), and she asked if I could make her this matching ring and pendant set.

 

Faceted Onyx Jewellery Set

 

I was thrilled to! I love that she matched the set with a pair of coal black Czech glass earrings, too.

 

Faceted Onyx Jewellery Set

 

Love the whole set. Thanks, Ash!

Cocoa Brown Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Cocoa Brown Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Cocoa Brown Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

A lovely bloke, who previously commissioned these stacking rings for his partner, asked if I could create her a ring using one of the gemstones he saw in my collection and loved.

Cocoa Brown Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I was happy to oblige of course!

Cocoa Brown Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

The ring was a Christmas gift, and it was a big hit. Yay!! Thanks, Greg!

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

One of my gorgeous clients, for whom I have created a number of fabulous rings, asked if I could create a special ring for a dear friend of hers.

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I was able to source a suitable drusy cabochon, and create this ring!

Black Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Thanks again, Charmaine – you’re a lovely!

Ruby Zoisite and Sterling Silver Ring

Ruby Zoisite and Sterling Silver Ring

Ruby Zoisite and Sterling Silver Ring

The lovely Kirsty commissioned me to create this ring for her sister’s birthday.

Ruby Zoisite and Sterling Silver Ring

She chose the stone from my gemstone collection – a gorgeous ruby zoisite. Kirsty’s sister loves it!

Ruby Zoisite and Sterling Silver Ring

Kirsty even matched up this pair of Silver Forge earrings to go with the ring.

Acai Purple Czech Glass Sterling Silver Modern Contemporary Dangle Earrings

As well as being a fab sister, Kirsty is also the creator behind the very sweet 2 Favourite Girls jewellery. Check out her gorgeous creations below, and in her online shop!