Muse rules…

It is my Muse who is a true queen in my workshop. Why is that? I had completly different design prepared when I started making this ring: I wanted it to be very geometric with a lovely triangle Agate cabochon. Just when I finished wrapping the band the Muse decided that rough natural Baltic Amber and organic finish are far more suitable… and my fingers followed her wish. Little sparklind Tourmaline is set in the centre of the Amber with a thin wire for even more misterious look. So… there is only the intricate band left from the original geometric design…

All metal is Sterling Silver, oxidised to give the organic, natural touch, and polished to shine. The Amber measures 2×2.3cm, the little AAA microfaceted Tourmaline is 3mm.  Size: UK – N, US – 6 1/2, Polish 13, French – 52 3/4

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This necklace was made as my contribution to the Wire Artisan Guild’s monthly challenge – “Emerald Island” for March. I din’t make special preparations: didn’t read about Celts, their culture or history. I just followed my thoughts. When I think about Ireland I see green colour, like green pastures and green softly rolling hills. I see sharp steps of cliffs and red-headed people. I remember it was recently the fastest developing country in Europe. And all that I tried to include in the necklace: green Malachite, soft curves hand weaved with Sterling Silver, sharp steps and hand weaved Copper band – the connection with Ireland’s Celtic origin. Very bold and modern design, delicately oxidised for organic look. Hand polished, hand buffed.