I had a wonderful opportunity to design some custom pieces for a friend to give to his wife (also a friend). These are
fossilized crinoids they found together on the beaches of Lake Michigan. Bob brought me their entire collection just before Thanksgiving to choose and design around, what a treat for me! This is the bracelet I came up with.
I wanted to keep the shapes organic so I free-hand cut out around the stones.
I also wanted to do little windows on the back so you could peek at the backs of the stone, many have crystals and star shaped patterns that I couldn't stand to cover up, even with silver.
Many of the crinoids have holes that go all the way through, this one had not only the hole but a wonderful knobbly texture that had to be included. It's perfect for the transition from bracelet to toggle.
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4 comments:
It's gorgeous!
I wish I could hold it and feel it on my wrist.
What a fabulous present you've made with such a special memory for her. I love the cut outs on the backs too. Vicki, you are amazing!
Wow, I would really like to see this one up close! you do have a gift.
Oh vic I adore this! I love how organic the cut outs are too, perfecto!!!!!
nita
This is fabulous Vicki! You should find some of those fossils yourself and make just one into a pendant for the shop. And a ring for me please. ;-)
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