Week 24 of the Earring Challenge

This past week I wanted to make post earrings similar to the earrings I made in week 21. These earrings are pierced copper flowers over sterling silver discs. The copper flower has been riveted to the silver disc, with spacers in between to create a shadow over the silver. The copper has been heat treated and waxed to keep its coloring. These earrings have sterling silver ear posts and nuts on the back. 

Week 23 of the Earring Challenge

This week I had a special occasion to work with. I made these earrings for a very special lady’s birthday. They are delicate flowers made of sterling silver with a pearl set in the center. The ear posts for these earrings are 14k white gold with sterling silver ear nuts.   

Week 22 of the Earring Challenge

These earrings are sterling silver set with small amethysts. The earrings are darkened with a liver of sulfur patina then polished to catch the light. They are finished with handmade sterling ear wires. 

Week 21 of the Earring Challenge

This week’s earrings are pierced copper flowers with a sterling silver base. The copper and silver pieces are riveted together. Spacers are set between each piece to show depth and to cast a shadow of the pierced flower across the silver base. The copper is heat treated and waxed to protect its color. They also have sterling silver ear wires.