It doesn’t look like an easy metal to work with, but silver is actually malleable and offers the opportunity to create unique pieces. “Forging” is an ancient metalsmithing method that allows controlling the shape of silver and other nonferrous metals by hitting the material with a special hammer. The metal needs to be heated with a torch beforehand.
In the image, this one-of-a-kind pendant (for sale online) is forged using the technique described above.
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What is reticulation in jewelry-making?
Reticulation is a process that allows to achieve a textured surface on a metal - such as silver - after heating it. The final result consists of an interesting surface with ripples and ridges. The “pianeta verde” pendant in the image was created with this unique process.
Hair holder, bangle or necklace?
A high tide (“marea alta” in the language of the designer) inspired the design of this versatile, unique, unisex and handmade 3-in-1 piece. The “marea alta” looks amazing as a distinctive necklace with a chain, as a bangle, or as a hair holder with its own fork (included with this piece). Check out all the possibilities here!
This jewelry is a reminder of humanity’s impact on nature
The theme of this new, handmade and unique “Incendio” collection reflects the severe and uncontrolled wildfires and their devastating impact on our ecosystem. This flame-inspired jewelry is a reminder of how climate change is fueling fires in the West and a reminder that we are destroying the only planet we have.
And there is more! Ten percent of sales from the “Incendio” jewelry will be donated to the California Wildfire Relief Fund.
Spoon or nature-inspired bracelet?
I love to work with reclaimed metals to create jewelry inspired by my work as a biologist.
Silver, gold, bronze, brass or copper can be all be recycled and turned into interesting jewelry pieces. All you need is your imagination… and knowing some jewelry-making techniques! Here is a vintage silver spoon that I cut, filed, pressed, forged, and oxidized into an open bracelet. As a final touch, I added silver balls in the center. The Italian name of this bracelet is “nido di rondine” (robin’s nest).
A ring for the protection of coral reefs
Coral reefs are the most diverse ecosystems on Earth but they are dying because of human impact. This sustainable, handcrafted and one of a kind ring makes a statement for the protection of the oceans. The good news… is for sale in our online shop here and part of the revenue will be donated for the protection of coral reefs.