Random Rings

I like rings.

Alot.

Possibly way more than any other form of wearable art. I think it's because hands themselves are so expressive and by adorning them we draw attention to this fact. I mean, havn't there been times when you've been chatting with a 'hand talker' and lost track of the verbal conversation because you were so mesmerized by their hand movements?

Anyways, these are some production pieces that don't quite have a home in any of the lines. Yet.

Sieze ring.

plexi & silver. Riveted.

Sequence series. The Alien Baby.

Oh, and wait..... Here are some that aren't production:

these are part of a series of rings I created based on phobias- the idea being that the rings would function as totemic, talismanic objects, protecting the wearer from harm. I suppose it also looks at the idea of our mental & emotional baggage- a visible reminder of the objects and attachments that define how we navigate the world.

Kerf* rings

(kûrf)
n.
1. A groove or notch made by a cutting tool, such as a saw or an ax.
2. The width of a groove made by a cutting tool.

Obviously in reference to the cut-out on the backside of this rather unique ring. Like the Evolve* series it's basically two things in one.

With the Base (cut-out) side up it looks solid, heavy and almost armour-like.

Flip it around and the rind suddenly becomes light and delicate and very pretty. Right now the riveted bar changes according to... my mood? A whim? What metal I can find on my bench that day? It can be either sterling, brass, or a combination of both- your choice or mine, depending how much you care, or like surprises I suppose.

Anyways, this experiment might be my favourite to date.

Oh, and these copper ones are just studio patterns (not for sale, unless you like having greeeny-black fingers) but they are here to give you a sense of the two shapes of band- one is a half- circle (almost) with one straight edge and one curved, while the other is an elipse- both edges are curved. They're (maybe surprisingly) equally comfortable- just a slightly different look.

O-Ring* Series!

These are made with inky-black rubber o-rings, originally for kitchen faucets, I think.

the disc is 1 1/2 cm across.

The contrast- soft black with the hard, polished silver looks fantastic, and as a bonus you get to play 20 questions with everyone who asks you what material your lovely jewellery could possibly be made from.

Junebug ring

Another addition to the Evoke* line, this ring is cute and fun and a little quirky.

Hand-stippled acrylic top (slightly dished on top to add some extra visual interest) with two moveable sterling silver 'legs'.

It kinda reminds you of those lovely little ladybugs you ooohhd and aaahhd over as a little kid- so nifty and pretty and sweet.

Only this one you can take home and keep.

Echo*

Once again, I went super high-tech with this line. Sheet wax and screwdriver bits. Oh, and a drywall plug.

It turned out rather well though, and, like the Evolve* series, can be worn multiple ways. That's right- it's REVERSIBLE!

One side is very organic,

the other very modern and geometric- an 'echo' of the first side.

There are 2 pendants Earrings. Technically these are reversible, but since you need to bend the earwire to flip them it's easier to specify which design you would prefer facing forward

Band rings.

Don't be fooled by the 2 pictures- they're the same rings. I just thought I should continue with the double layout. And I thought maybe the backgrounds worked to highlight each side of the design; the defined geometric vs. soft organic.Anyways....

Unfortunately it's pretty hard to bend silver (and re-attach it), so you are forced to choose which pattern you prefer. Both patterns are also available on a wide band if you ask nicely.

The wide band.

It's a little less than double the width of the other band

Wrap rings.

A wide one and a not so wide one. The wider of the two is slightly flared at both ends to help prevent the dreaded 'my wide-band-ring-is stuck-now-my-finger-looks-like-a-snausage' phenomenon.

Oh, and at this time the wrap rings are only available in the organic version.

*** There is also a bracelet (sorry! The pic is coming) If you can picture the earring pieces as links in a chain that encircles your wrist.... That the bracelet.

Lovely, isn't it?

Pure*

Roundness. Circles and Holes.
A balancing of form and line, shape and space.
Recognition of the beauty in a void.

So simple.

So elegant.

This is the quite stunning link necklace. Approximately 18" long. Every link handmade.A single link from the larger necklace, strung on a sterling cable chain. It's the beauty of a dewdrop vs. a deluge. The accompanying bracelet.
A lovely and very unique ring.

the band which encircles your finger begins outside the drop and terminates inside. it sound odd, but it looks great and fits beautifully.

The drop earrings.

The rest of the drop earrings. Which you'll notice are studs. And yes, I give full credit to Tim Hortons and their timbits for opening my eyes to the brilliant concept of using the leftovers- the holes. Yet another use for the 'holes'.

These are stem earrings.

They look like little flowers in your ears. The post, or stem, has a gentle curve which both looks good and holds the earring securely in place- eliminating the need for a keeper. These are available with a smooth bowl or with a centre ball (which adds to the flower effect) in silver, or with a black patina.

Folk*

A celebration of connection and community.

A way to wear your heart on your sleeve.

An ego boost. Whatever decisions you make you will always be supported by a silent majority.

Personally, I think they're just super cool and small and incredibly detailed and it makes me smile when I wear them.

A different look at the bracelet pictured above. 6 people. Backgroound can be bright sterling or oxidized (blue/black)

Rings.

Either on a supporting backpiece (the round bit behind the people) or Open-backed.

The charm bracelet.

With close-ups

Earrings. Can be of the stud or hook variety.
Necklaces usually come with two people of my choosing, but you can always ask me for one, a unique two, or a whole crew of peeps (that one might cost a little more).

This makes a pretty special personalized gift- think weddings, anniversaries, new family members, or what-have-you.