Radical Jewelry Makeover: Antler & Diamond Ring
One of my most curious and exciting diamond ring "makeovers" was this: the client's favorite ring was always this antler slice ring, into which I set her diamond to create quite a nice piece!
Lets Talk Ethical Sourcing: in Chicago!
The Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference First annual: October 12-13, 2017 The Chicago Responsible Jewelry conference features panels and speakers on topics relevant to current world and jewelry industry concerns. Discussions and panels will include, artisanal mining's effects on communities and the environment, the future of man-made diamonds, how to buy and sell responsible jewelry, ethical [...]
Tanzanite Delight: an Upcycled Ring
Hot off the bench this week: this customer's superb color Tanzanite was updated into her preferred contemporary style bezel ring while recycling the original setting. A custom hand-fabricated ring was made of 100% reclaimed/refined 18k gold with the orientation of the oval set across the finger:
Memorial Bangle Bracelet with Engagement Diamond
I was honored to be asked to create this powerful project: to make a gold bangle bracelet from the gold collected by my client's late husband, incorporating the diamonds from their engagement ring, and the birthstone of their son...to wear in perpetuity.
Simply Engaged with Sentimental Gem
The gem for this simple and elegant engagement ring is out of a pendant given long before they were engaged, thus incorporating more power and sentiment to the piece. Made from 100% reclaimed/recycled gold, of course!
Great Chalcedony Ring Becomes Pendant
Can't decide, Ring or Pendant today? Well today its a Pendant! This sterling and 18k gold beauty is set with Chalcedony with 3 Citrines, showing off a great neckline:
Jewelry Makeover: Bracelet to Necklace
Worth more than just scrap, this heavy gold bracelet with meteorite has become a statement bib-necklace with just a few minor changes and a simple extender chain. A bold way to honor the gift, while updating the style!
Ethical Metalsmiths at Terra Firma Gallery
Ethical Metalsmiths next fun event will be a Trunk show at Terra Firma in Berkeley CA: Four Ethical Metalsmiths will show their amazing work for a one day event celebrating Terra Firma's recently opened Berkeley location, sales to benefit Ethical Metalsmiths! It promises to be a special and elegant event with a reception starting at [...]
Tiny Pebbles (with Diamonds) Earrings
The latest use of responsibly mined Australian Silvermist Diamonds ™ for those who prefer subtle and delicate while contemporary, these new tiny pebble earring studs measure 5mm, and are made from 100% reclaimed recycled and oxidized sterling silver.