Delicately handmade in solid sterling silver this bouquet of wildflowers is one of a kind, with an unique combination of little blooms and leaves. Inspired by all the little details found in nature I wanted to capture the beauty of spring and all things bright and beautiful.
Wildflower Meadow Pendant // One of a Kind
♢ Solid sterling silver
♢ The delicate flower in bloom 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 tiny mold that I press the clay into and handfinish the flower. 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.
♢ The little organic shaped flower bloom is created by water casting - pouring molten sterling silver into water. As the silver hits the surface of the water it forms a one of a kind cup shape and freezes in place. This process creates a beautiful texture and subtle details.
♢ I have combined the little components with some fused argentium (.935 silver) pieces and a little leaf to create a tiny lasting bouquet. Each piece is loving placed and soldered onto a backplate which has been polished smooth.
♢ 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!
♢ 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!
♢ This pendant is a really nice practical size, 2 cm x 1.7 cm with a solid weight. It is smaller then some of my other one of a kind work - measuring
♢ You have your choice and length of solid sterling silver chain. (Pictured is a link style chain as well as the snake chain style on the model.)
♢Your choice of sterling silver chain in 16” or 18” length. Choose from three different styles: snake, satellite, or link.
♢ Interested in a matching pair of earrings, ring or another neckalce for layering? See what would look great as a set from my Mini Botanical Collection.
♢ Want to see more one of a kind pendants like this? I have a whole Wildflower Collection!
♢ Giving as a gift? I personally pack all my jewellery in pretty, cardboard jewellery boxes, wrapped with ribbon and tissue paper, nice enough to give as a gift. I always include artist info so the recipient knows the item is handmade from the heart.
♢ If you’re shipping directly to the recipient let me know, I won’t include a receipt. If you would like to include a handwritten gift note, send me a message with what you would like to say, and I will be happy to include one for free.
♢ This item is all ready made and ready to ship, I will get it in the mail within 1-3 business days. The jewellery in the photos is the exact jewellery you will receive, ready to ship out right away, it is one of a kind!
♢ I securely package all my jewellery in thin cardboard jewellery boxes, placed inside of a padded envelope or larger box for shipping.♢ Shipping includes insurance and a tracking number.
