Quartz, sandstone and cockle shell earrings
Quartz, sandstone and cockle shell earrings
I always check no one is home before I take a shell and always collect in small batches from various beaches that I travel too. These materials were all collected from Devon, beautiful quartz and sparkly sandstone.
All stones have been naturally polished by the sea against the sand and have not been altered by me except to wrap them…
Made using a wire bezel technique I created, which is kind of a cross between basketry and weaving. It is a time consuming technique but a labour of love. Each piece of sea glass is securely and artistically encased in a delicate wire frame.
Surgical stainless steel findings. Highest quality stainless steel does not rust or tarnish, a hard wearing metal with a finish like antique sterling. Also suitable for people with metal allergies, stainless steel is used predominantly in the medical profession as people are less likely to react to it.
Size – See photo of me holding for size both in my hand and against my ear. Drop approx 50mm