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“Radical Collaboration” @ Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference
It was an international gathering of pioneers and initiatives of all scales and covering not only "sourcing" but the big picture at the First Annual Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference! Grateful to Susan Wheeler for the [...]
Symbiosis Exhibition Gratitude List
Reflecting on the incredible lead-up to our amazing opening night spectacle at Sparks Gallery, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who participated in every way! There’s no such thing as a “solo show,” really. [...]
Symbiosis Opening Night Details
As we prepare for Saturday night, just a few helpful details to share: First, bring CASH for bar and raffle fundraiser for Ethical Metalsmiths Second, PARKING: Below are some parking options to help you plan your trip: After 6pm, Park [...]
Jewelry Raffle to benefit Ethical Metalsmiths
Attendees of the symbiosis exhibition opening event at Sparks Gallery will have a chance to win this hand fabricated French Oak Leaf Pin/Pendant! Raffle to benefit Ethical Metalsmiths. Collaboration is one of the many themes of [...]
Raffle to Benefit Ethical Metalsmiths at Sparks Gallery
Proud to announce that Ethical Metalsmiths will be the beneficiaries of a raffle and wine sales at the Opening Night Spectacle of my solo show: Symbiosis at Sparks Gallery. Please RSVP for this event happening [...]
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 [...]
Surprise Delight: Old Earring Becomes New Pendant
This client decided to surprise her daughter with a special sentimental gift for successfully submitting her dissertation... Special because it was a childhood favorite pair of earrings until one was lost, and now, all these [...]
Palladium Feather Bib-Necklace
100% recycled hammer formed pure Palladium, a platinum family element, here with reclaimed diamonds on a stylish bib necklace. Available at Studio Jewelers in Madison, Wisconsin.
Ethical Metalsmiths Student Competition!
Calling all metals students: the Deadline for the 4th annual EM Student Competition approaches- win up to $1000 and great exposure with EM! This exhibition has two goals: we are searching for the most innovative [...]
Sparks Gallery in Union Tribune
Alexandra Hart's Golden Sunburst Necklace chosen by Sonya Sparks
About Allied Craftsmen of San Diego
Soon after I first moved to San Diego in 1995 I was privileged to meet one of my all-time heroes of metalsmithing: Arline Fisch, who was teaching at SDSU. She told me about ACSD and [...]
Custom Cufflinks for Wedding Party
A challenging and unusual project came in through the net from a couple planning to surprise someone with a special pair of cufflinks. First was the challenge to find similar star sapphires to match the ring, [...]
Next Exhibition: Material Obsessions @ Sparks Gallery
Looking ahead at the next ACSD Exhibition at Sparks Gallery in downtown San Diego: Material Obsessions / A Group Show opening May 27, 2017 6-9 with RSVP Grateful for inclusion in this great show!
Reclaimed Tanzanian Tsavorite Ring
Gorgeous cushion Tsavorite rescued from an old ring is reborn in a simple setting hand fabricated in Reclaimed 18k gold […]
Anniversary Celebration Radical Ring- Makeover!
To celebrate, these two decided to opt for a Radical Jewelry Makeover™ of their jewelry to these rings- "Admiring the beautiful ring redesign commissioned to mark 15 years together. Now we're matching! Thanks Alexandra Hart [...]