Inspired by a bouquet of wildflowers this one of a kind pendant handmade in solid sterling silver. I lovingly create each little leaf, flower and branch to form a little wearable work of art. 
 
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MATERIALS & PROCESS 
 
♢ Solid sterling silver 
 
♢ The delicate rose is created using sterling silver metal clay, which is made up of tiny recycled sterling silver metal particles mixed with and organic clay like binder. It can be sculpted, molded, and formed however I want. For this design I have hand sculpted each petal to form the opening bloom. The little daisy flower is also created in metal clay using a mold that I press the clay into. After the design dries 100% into my kiln it goes for a two-part firing process. The clay reaches 1500℉ for about an hour and the organic binder burns completely away leaving tiny sterling silver sculpture.
 
♢ I have combined the little sterling silver leaf with a fused argentium branch (.935 silver) to create the little lasting bouquet. Each piece is thoughtfully placed and soldered onto a backplate, which is polished smooth on the back.
 
♢ I apply a dark patina to the recessed areas and the whole 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 is what sterling silver is famous for!
 
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INSPIRATION & SYMBOLISM
 
♢ I love spending time in my garden and going for nature walks. Searching for local wildflowers is one of my favourite things to do. This pendant is part of my “wildflower collection” inspired by a summer filled with discovering the wild and beautiful treasures hiding in the most unexpected of places. This collection is a celebration of all things "bright and beautiful."
 
♢ I love the fact that jewellery is lasting, it does not fade like a flower and becomes a tiny little treasure box full of memories!