Cherry Blossoms in Japan

This time of year is the most beautiful time to lots of people. And certainly Japan will be one that inspires our mind and eyes with it's beautiful cherry blossoms.

My eyes are certainly indulged! Hope you are too!

~Maggie.

Returning to basic and starting over again

Hello all,

It has been a long time that I am away. I have been working on a new website and launching a whole new 'Back to basic' Series. A series that is actually a inner self reflection on those outer creations. It is all about those basic linear and vertical movement and resulted some newly evolve modern, geometric and minimalist designed jewelries. 

So glad that it is very well accepted and I have been seeking all possibilities and opportunities adding on more designs in these new budding series. 

There were many adventurous ideas in structuring and making. But, I will have to say it all well worth of time and I am truly happy about it when so many different pieces have gone to their new home in US, UK, Italy, France and Denmark. The thought of knowing someone are wearing what I made humbles me and feeling honored at the same time. 

Here are some of the pieces which were freshly designed and have found their new home somewhere:

Gold Bar Tragus Cuffs:

Silver Bar Tragus Cuffs:

Round Edge Bar Tragus Cuffs:

Hope you like these new designs too.

Best,

Maggie.

Starting Fresh in 2015

Time really flies and we have said goodbye to 2014. There are so many plans yet to be done and I wish all of you who have your New Year resolutions stated for this year being accomplished. 

As for me, I am going to stick with a simple rule which is, getting really tiny baby steps done. 

Here, I have created a minimalist New Year printable card to share. 

This pic was taken after a rainy afternoon. The air was so refreshing and I certainly enjoying thie little moment captirung the lil flower and raindrops that shed on the balcony's tile.

And, really I like to wish all of you a fresh great start with abundant and fullnest at the year of 2015.

Hope you like it.

Til then,

Maggie.

Wire Wrapped Bracelet- Tangible Heart

This bracelet is made with combining a few different techniques altogether. It is wrapped, weaved and sculpted into a bracelets. Every single part has been hand produced and hand finished including every single loops and jump rings.

I have incorporated a few types of gemstones here, they are: Amethyst. Sunstones, Black Spinel, Peridots and Lemon Quartz, all natural gems here. The combination of all these colors of gemstones and natural copper have result a very vibrant piece of jewelry. 

The chain is approx 5mm in thickness and made with single weave viking technique. It is then connected to a hand forged tube connector decorated with Amethyst.

The most creative part of this bracelet is that it can be worn as snug fit or loose fit, with the heart as a center piece or as a dangling charm. The clasp could be hook onto the heart shape or onto the loop.

This is one of my old work but it sure takes me this long to create a post for it. LOL...

This piece has already been sold. Contact me if you like to find out more about this bracelet, love to hear from you.

Til then,

~Maggie~

Wire Wrapped Silver & Gemstone Earrings- Angel's Wing

This project is made based on the inspiration of Angel's Wing. Both side are in mirror image instead of exactly the same.

The earrings are made with Argentium Silver and Faceted Natural Red Garnet, which has very intense and deep colors. 

Made and designed by,

~Maggie~

DIY Knuckle Ring with Wrapping and Hammering Technique

This project will include hammering, you will need to have a metal block and a chisel hammer.

Tools you need:
1. 18g copper wire-60mm/piece
2. Ring Mandrel
3. Chisel Hammer
4. Nylon Hammer
5. Metal Block

Step 1.

Cut 60mm of copper wire and flatten both end by hammering on it. Be sure to hammer evenly on wires.

Step 2.
File and smoothen both end so it will have no sharp edges.

Step 3.

Mold it on ring mandrel and hammer wires into ring sizes desired. (This length is for a size 3 ring, cut longer wire if you like a bigger ring size.)

It is perfect to wear them alone or stack them up together with other rings.

Enjoy!

Til then,

~Maggie~

Making Thin Adjustable Knuckle Ring Set

It is nice to be able to make something for yourself or for your love ones. This project is suitable for beginner too.

Tools you need:
1. Round Nose Pliers
2. Copper Wire- 20g
3. Ring Mandrel (Can be replace with anything cylindrical with approx 10mm in diameter)
4. Nylon Hammer

Step 1.
Cut 3 pieces of 60mm copper wires.

Step 2.
Form a loop at the end of the wire.

Step 3.
Form another loop at the other end of the wire.

Step 4.
Place it on ring mandrel firmly.

Step 5.
Hammer it into shape with Nylon Hammer.

It is now done. This project will make a set of approx size 3 adjustable knuckle ring set. This is how it looks like from the front.

Look from the back view.

Enjoy and let me know how does it works for you.

Til then,

~Maggie~