This page contains a men’s jewelry collection that was made using handcrafted techniques and design applications. The information presented below includes a statement on the collection, photographs of the jewelry pieces, a breakdown of the materials used, and a brief explanation on the construction process along with design inspiration.
Through the construction of the pieces below, I learned to apply staple jewelry making techniques like beading, knotting, and wire manipulation in a detailed manner. With this experience I was able to create jewelry using Rhino 6 design software which I then 3D printed as well as rendered using and the rendering feature on the Rhino 6 program. Additionally, this collection gave an opportunity to hone my photography skills through the placement of items, use of lighting, and photoshop editing abilities.
Lost in thought is my default state of mind… as a designer I am always looking at the details no matter how small. This constant search for defining characteristics leads my design process with end results that range from intricate wiring to clean finishes that are innovative while elegant. Happiness and dedication are behind every piece with the hope that they will bring joy and wonder to people who stop to look. With a focus on quality materials and construction, I strive to make every piece feel special.
Hand Crafted Pieces
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Creating jewelry by hand taught me to focus on details, experiment with materials, develop a strong base knowledge of jewelry construction using techniques that include knotting, beading, and metal wiring.
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Memory Wire Bracelet
This bracelet was created using a bead pattern of various sizes and styles. The beads were placed on memory wire which is cut to a desired length. The ends are finished with a loop using needle nose pliers and finished with a set of charms that represent the wearer's name initial and birthstone.
The eclectic bead pattern is intended to reference various aspects of the wearer’s life. This includes birth, astrological sign, favorite metal, and personal duality. This bracelet is designed to act as a reminder of what makes a person unique.
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Metal Memory Wire
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Seed Beads
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Metal and Plastic Charms
Materials Used
Shark Pearl Necklace
This necklace is made using a single wire and features ends finished with crimp beads. The shark charm is centered with an even number of pearls and silver beads on each side.
Cultured pearls are used to give the necklace a rugged look which contrast with the fine silver beads and lobster clasp. The shark charm gives the pearls a masculine touch that stays within the aquatic theme.
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Cultured Pearls
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Sterling Silver Beads, Shark Charm, Crimp Beads, Lobster Claw and Hoop
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Beading Wire
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Wire-Wrapped Stone Pendant
The asymmetrical wrap on this stone was achieved by shaping two 1.0 mm across the surface and sides the metal stone. The wrap patter on the wire was made using 0.4 mm wire with two tigers eye placed in between. The bail was made using one of the 1.0 mm wires to create the shape and wrapped at the end to secure in place.
The flat surface of the cabochon stone is decorated with a detailed pair of wrapped wires to create an asymmetrical look. The bail is reinforced with a wire wrapped finish to match the stone wrap design.
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1.0 mm and 0.4 mm Copper Wire
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Tiger’s Eye Beads
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Metal Cabochon
Materials Used
Tree of Life Necklace
Hanging a copper chain, this tree of life pendant was built by inter-wrapping 0.4 mm wire atop the two hoops locking them together. The tree roots and truck were made by using multiple 6-inch wire strands that are twisted into shape while wrapping around the crystal holding it place. The chipped beads were added to the remaining wire strands and wrapped around the hoops to lock in place.
Resting atop the quartz crystal the tree is fashioned using green chipped beads of various sizes to create a leaf-like aesthetic. The single brady opal bead is included a reference a growing apple on a branch.
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Clear Quartz Crystal
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Brandy Opal
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1.0 mm 0.4 mm Copper Wire
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Two Metal Hoops
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Copper Chain
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Chipped Aventurine Beads
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Snake Box Knot Bracelet
This bracelet is made using leather cord braded in a series of snake box knots. The center of the bracelet is made with 1.0 mm leather twisted in an infinity Celtic knot. In the middle of bracelet there are a set of turquoise beads held in place with silver beads and simple knots on the ends. All the pieces are joined with wax thread tightly wrapped around the pieces. The ends are finished with a set of toggle and T-bar clasps.
This bracelet features a pattern that mimics a serpent’s coil and transitions to a centerpiece infinity knot. The bright turquoise beads add a splash of color to the brown leather.
while the silver beads a touch of elegance that matches the toggle and T-bar clasps.
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Turquoise Beads
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Silver Beads
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1.0 mm and 3.0 mm Leather Cord
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Wax thread
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Metal Toggle Clasps and T-bar Clasps
Materials Used
Rhino 6 Pieces
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Using Rhino 6 software to create jewelry pieces gave me a strong understanding of how convert measurements like inches to millimeters. I learned to design with 3D software to create pieces that are true to size/shape. Using this software also allowed me to use a 3D printer to bring my designs to life.
Cuff Bracelet
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This cuff bracelet was Three- dimensionally designed by starting with a group of flat shapes. These shapes were then extruded using software commands. The star shapes were added using a single hole tool. The edges are done with a chamfer edge finish.
Rendered in Titanium, this bracelet features the outline of a slithering serpent with a starry sky as the background. The chamfer finish creates smooth round edges that are comfortable against the skin.
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Black PLA Filament
Materials Used
Pipe Talisman
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This talisman is made from a group of 2D shapes that expand into a 3D shape with the Rhino pipe tool. The lines and circles are extruded to a set measurement becoming interlocked in the printing process.
This talisman is made with abstract shapes that come together make a solid piece. The talisman is composed of a mix of recognizable shapes such as triangles, circles, and squares that are distorted for a twist. This piece is rendered in titanium to add highlights to the piece when light hits the shape angles and curves.
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Silver PLA Filament
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Silk Cord
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Name Text Charm
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This set of text charms are made using the text tool on the Rhino software. The loops atop of the text are created using a closed pipe tool. The forms are then pushed close together to lock the design when printed.
These simple text charms spells out the wearer’s name which help make a statement anywhere they go. The charms are digitally displayed in titanium for a shine that adds a bit of sparkle to any look.
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Silver PLA Filament
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Multi-Media Piece
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The outline frame for this piece is made using the Rhino pipe tool on a set of shapes. Holes are added to the side of the frame to allow the wires through. Using pliers the wire are wrapped around the frame and twisted to create the shapes within the frame. The bails are made with 1.0 mm wire that is secured with a tight wrap at the bottom of the bail.
The outline and wrapped wire come together to form a brain made of twists and wraps. The two sides are held together with tight wire wrapping. The twisted wires create a pattern that is reminiscent of sulci brain patterns.
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Silver PLA Filament
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0.4 mm and 1.0 mm Aluminum Wire
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0.36 mm Beading Wire
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Cage Dome Ring
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The base shape of this ring was made using the arc and center ring tools on the Rhino software. Arcs made with the tool were then multiplied and rearranged into the desired shape using the 3D scale, rebuild, and mirror tools. Using the Sweep 1 Rail option two ring shapes were created with a 3-millimeter difference. The dome cage was made using the trim tool and the extract wire frame option, deleting any excess curves.
The cage dome gives this ring a unique look can be enhanced with stone filling or worn as is for an elegant look. The small lines give the piece a delicate look that is study when made with metal. Rendered in Titanium, the cage feature gives the ring extra shine with every curve.
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Silver PLA Filament