Showing posts with label handmade ring. Show all posts
Showing posts with label handmade ring. Show all posts

Saturday, January 10, 2015

Thinking Outside the Box

A client wanted me to make two very special rings with some pieces of White Oak found on her husband's family's farmland.  I had never worked with wood for a cabochon before, and so I felt this would be an interesting little project.  Have any of you worked with wood in a jewelry application before?

I tested a piece of the wood with poly and I liked the beautiful dark grain it brought out, but I decided to go with resin epoxy instead because I really needed to ensure the wood would be completely sealed in order to protect it from water.  Nothing is more annoying than removing a ring every time you wash you hands!  Did you ever have one of those rings?

The raw bark all around the wood piece really adds to the overall rustic look!  Personally, I love textures, and these rings are a beautiful combination of textures: the lovely lines of the wood grain contrasting with the jagged edges of the bark against the smooth, shiny silver of the metal!  

As per my clients request, I made both rings so that they're adjustable in size because she wants to be able to wear them on different fingers; such a clever idea!

I've learned one important lesson with this project:  Jewelry is not limited to stones, pearls and beach glass; any material can be used to make jewelry!  The key is to think outside the box! Do you have an original idea for a jewelry piece?  We'd love to hear it.  Please share in the comment box.










Saturday, June 7, 2014

His and Hers Rustic Rings, Wedding Ring, Copper Ring

I am very happy to post my latest creation:

His and hers, rustic rings (use them as wedding rings or not)-   I wanted to add sterling silver lines to the basic ring and I changed it up by setting them on the bias (diagonally).  I really, really like how they turned out!  I always have a deep feeling of satisfaction when I make something and I'm pleased with the overall design; and this is one of those times.

Order your "His and Hers" Rings today - check out the rest of my store while you're there... I'm sure you'll find something you like.  :)


Monday, November 11, 2013

Modern Rustic Ring for Men

This is my latest ring design that I named: "Centered." I'm focusing on wide copper bands; a new collection for Men.  The rustic look of textured copper covered in a beautiful antique patina contrasts beautifully with the aluminum, rectangular focal shape with dot at its center.

The aluminum is finished in a rugged, rustic look with a solid rivet attaching it to the main ring.

See more info and more rings by visiting my store.

Sunday, April 21, 2013

Antiqued Recycled Unisex Thumb Ring

This is one of my latest rings!  I learned the art of soldering a while back, but never really put it to use.  I finally got everything set up and this is one of my first soldered ring projects.  The scrolls are made of .925 sterling silver soldered on copper.  I antiqued the ring and I must say that I really like the finished product and I'm sure you will to.  

See my shoppe for more information on this awesome, wide band thumb ring or regular ring.

See more of my creations here.