Here is my first go at a set of earrings. It is beautiful stone with some nice cloud patterning in it and is very translucent.
These were cool to make as they we for a friend to give to her friend for her birthday who turned out to be an old friend of mine as well
Attaching the earrings to the hoops was tricky, I used jewelers wire and pliers to do it, but I know it can be done better and there are better products out there that I am keen to learn about for the future.
Creating a meaningful connection with the essence of Aotearoa through art and taonga is a journey well represented by this exquisite set of Pounamu toki and earrings. Each piece holds a story, a spirit, and a cultural significance that transcends its physical beauty. The toki, measuring about 5cm, is a traditional Maori carving shape that…
I’ve always been captivated by the beauty and significance of pounamu, New Zealand’s precious greenstone. That’s why I was thrilled to craft a pair of earrings from a piece of kawakawa pounamu sourced from the Arahura River on the West Coast. My earrings are simple yet elegant, about 3 centimeters in length, showcasing the vibrant…
This was an amazing set for a special person. The koru in this piece each represent members of the family, with the parents above looking over and protecting the children. The koru shape comes from unfurling fern fronds that are found all over the wilderness in the bush in Aotearoa. They represent, life, new beginnings,…
Gorgeous set of earrings with sterling silver hooks.
