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French Oak Leaf Pin/Pendant w/ Agate Acorn
Inspired by the seasonal falling leaves- this hammered sterling French Oak Leaf with hand-chased veins and a suspended blue lace agate acorn was fun to make!
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 [...]
Exquisitely Ethical- Hot off the Press!
Hot off the press, Cynthia Unninayar has published the latest Eco Trends in Jewelry and how and where they are worn! More and more attention is landing on designers and makers to source materials responsibly [...]
Raw Diamond in 18k Double Channel Ring
The latest piece created with Australian Diamonds and Reclaimed 18k gold is this new style channel bezel ring containing this "milk chocolate" rose cut 2.84ct oval diamond, accented with light "champagne" brilliant side diamonds. Entirely [...]
Ethical Metalsmiths Trunk Show, Thank you!
The Alchemy of Sustainability -Was a great collaborative Trunk Show Fundraiser to benefit Ethical Metalsmiths at the gorgeous new Berkeley location of Terra Firma Gallery! Four talented EM Members finest works supported the cause of a [...]
Allied Craftsmen Exhibition @ SPARKS Gallery
Heading into a great show season, this incredible SPARKS gallery in Downtown San Diego will feature the self-juried local crafts organization Allied Craftsmen of San Diego, opening May 13 for a two month run. The [...]
Summer Bazaar MAY 1, in time for Mothers Day
Just in time for your Mothers' Day shopping, join me at Sparks Gallery for their Summer Bazaar sale of jewelry and small works, Sunday May 1 from 12-5. Preparing some great little earrings for every day, [...]
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 [...]
Golden Sunburst on Cover: IAC Conference
Great graphics for the IAC Gold Conference in NYC featuring the Golden Sunburst Necklace, looking forward to representing Ethical Metalsmiths at this cultural event!
“Grown-up” Wedding Rings
For a couple of "grown-ups" getting married, simplicity is the order of the day. Set against a lovely champagne dress, the brilliant white rings sparkle with a few Australian diamonds nestled into a textured curvy band. [...]
Zimbeat Concert = Zimbabwe in San Diego
Supporting our work with Compassion for African Villages, Zimbeat will perform on April 18 to celebrate Zimbabwe Independence Day, on SDSU campus, see flyer attached. Curtesy of Center for World Music in collaboration with SDSU [...]
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 [...]
Pure Flight Chandelier Earrings
For those who prefer dramatic statement earrings, these new Pure Flight earrings swing 2.75 inches full length, yet are casual enough for dressing up your jeans!