Inspired by garden Hollyhocks this pedant is hand constructed out of solid sterling silver. Multiple metalsmithing techniques where used to create this one of a kind pendant. Nothing is cast, and each component is hand formed which means it is 100% unique.
It is stamped 925 along with with my signature MP on the back this pendant is a lovely piece of art jewellery to add to your collection!
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Hollyhock Pendant // One of a Kind
♢ Solid sterling silver (100% recycled)
♢ The blooms are created by cutting out the flower shape from a sheet of silver, hammering the delicate texture and forming them to give them a 3d look.
♢ The little leaves are created using metal clay, which is made up of tiny recycled sterling silver particles mixed with an organic, clay-like binder. It can be sculpted, molded, and formed however I want. For this design, I hand sculpted each leaf and each one is one of a kind! Once the leaves are completely dry, they go into my kiln for a two part firing process. The clay reaches 1500℉ for about an hour, during which the organic binder burns away, leaving behind a solid sterling silver mini components that are ready to use in my design.
♢The little buds are created by fusing Argentium silver, which is bringing the silver almost to melting temperature where the silver begins to flow.
♢ The process of creating is slow and intentional, I use traditional metalsmithing tools and processes alongside modern ones to finish the rest of the pendant with soldering, filing, and polishing.
♢ The last step is to apply a dark patina to the recessed areas. The pendant goes into my tumbler with steel shot to harden and polish the surface. The high points are polished to a bright shine, creating a beautiful contrast. This contrast between dark and light is what sterling silver is famous for!
♢ The Rose is probably the most popular flower in all of history. It universally represents love and passion.
♢ Gardening is my biggest inspiration—it pulls me in with all its little details and layers of meaning that seem to bloom everywhere. As a metalsmith and jewellery designer, I love taking those moments and turning them into something lasting, like sterling silver. Unlike flowers, jewellery doesn’t fade, and each piece becomes its own tiny treasure box, holding memories forever.
♢ Silver is the traditional gift for a 25th wedding anniversary
♢ Turquoise in the December semi-precious birth month gemstone as well at the 11th Wedding Anniversary gift. It symbolizes hope.
♢ The pendant is 3.2 cm from tip to tip and 1.9 cm at the widest point.
♢ Your choice of sterling silver snake chain in 16” or 18” or 20" length.
♢ The jewellery in the photos is the exact jewellery you will receive, it is one of a kind!
♢ Your choice of sterling silver snake chain in 16”, 18” or 20" length.
♢ Giving as a gift? I send all my jewellery in pretty, cardboard jewellery boxes, wrapped with ribbon and tissue paper, nice enough to give as a gift. (Please note - the velvet box on the first photo is just a photo prop) I always include artist info so the recipient knows the item is handmade from the heart.
♢ This item is all ready made and ready to ship
♢ I securely package all my jewellery in thin cardboard jewellery boxes, placed inside of a padded envelope or larger box for shipping.
♢ Orders include tracking information and insurance.
♢ International shipping is available if you are outside of Canada, please reach out to me and I will get you a shipping quote
