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Argentium sterling silver Dragonfly pin
With Springtime in mind, I just finished this dragonfly pin. I added the texture to the wings by crushing lace into the silver sheet with my rolling mill.
Argentium Sterling Trillium Pin
I have trillium blooming in my garden now in piedmont N.C. and was inspired to make this pin in order to "preserve" one. Trilliums usually grow in the mountains or in Northern states, but I bought these from a local nursery & they have done well. This sterling piece can also be used as a pendant with a converter that I made from a piece of sterling tube.
Sterling Silver Coconut Palm Tree Swizzle Stick
Japanese Maple sterling silver napkin ring - available upon request
I captured the delicate beauty of the Japanese maple leaves and winged seeds on this unique napkin ring. It includes a small leaf "foot" that will keep the ring upright, even without a napkin in place, so it can be displayed as you like.
Sterling Silver Holly pin with Carnelian beads - $225
This holly pin features 4 natural 8mm carnelian beads at the center. It will add a striking look to your holiday wardrobe. It measures ~ 3-1/4" from point to point of the holly leaves.
Sterling Silver Bell - Custom order
This special sterling silver bell features 2 honeysuckle vines that start on either side and then twine around each other as they reach the top. I designed it to commemorate the 25th wedding anniversary of two friends. It has a rich tone befitting the rich life they enjoy with each other. Similar heirloom pieces can be ordered for special events in your life.
Sterling Silver Hummingbird with Nest - $725
I fabricated this sterling silver treasure by cutting and fitting individual pieces of wire and sheet and soldering them together. The bird has almost 20 different components to its construction. It stands guard over a nest which resembles the one that hummingbirds make from moss, feather down and spiderwebs. It measures ~ 4"x5" and 3" high.
Sterling Silver Japanese Maple Tongs - $275
I originally made a pair of these for a friend who loves items with an Asian style. She wanted them to use for serving ice, but they could be used for serving sugar cubes, lemon wedges and many other things. They measure 6 inches in length.
Sterling silver Trillium Flower Pin - $325
The Trillium is a favorite flower of mine that is found growing wild in the NC mountains in the Spring. It ranges from brilliant white, to yellow, to deep red in color. The parts of the plant grow in "threes"; three petals, six stamen, series of 3 leaves on the stem. As with all of my flowers, I hand-fabricate all the parts of the flower. The petals and leaves are sawn out of 20ga. sheet and then textured with "chasing" tools and hammers. Then I solder the parts together with 2 solders that melt at 1325 & 1250 degrees F. Finally, I hand polish with 2 polishing compounds and buffs. This pin can also be worn on a chain or choker as a pendant. It is about 3" on a side.
Sterling silver Nautilus Necklace - $425
I designed this necklace over 15 years ago while enjoying a beach vacation. My original sketch was more oval shaped, but as I was making it, I realized that a question mark shape would follow the spiraling lines of the shell better. It fits comfortably around the back of the neck. The piece is about 9-1/2" long.
Sterling Silver teaspoon rests - $90 each
These can help keep your tablecloth clean while dining and look great scattered around with greenery or candles as part of a table centerpiece. Hand wrought from Sterling silver.
Sterling silver Dogwood napkin ring - available by request
I handcraft the petals of this dogwood flower from .999 fine silver and the rest of the piece from Sterling silver. The napkin goes through the oval ring below the flower and leaves. The whole piece stands upright on a foot made from two extra leaves. Signed and dated as a true heirloom.
Sterling silver Gardenia napkin ring - available upon request
The flower petals are .999 fine silver and the leaves and stem are Sterling silver, all hand-fabricated, assembled and finished. I picked a fresh blossom in the summer to use as my model. Signed and dated as an heirloom should be!
Sterling silver Daffodil candle snuffer - $625
My father, Bill, was an avid gardener and specialized in daffodils. At one time, he had over 150 varieties in the yard. This candle snuffer was inspired by my memory of many hours of helping my dad in the garden. I patterned it after one of his favorites, "King Alfred". It is crafted in Sterling silver and stands ~ 8" tall. 
Low Sterling silver candle holder - $395
This candle holder is comprised of an oak leaf and two beech leaves, two small mushrooms and a flower to hold a candle. It stands~ 1" high.
Sterling silver Candle holder - Vine design - $675
This candle holder is handcrafted from Sterling silver sheet and wire and stands ~ 7" high. The candle fits down against a base of fallen leaves and the flowering vine swirls up around it. It will accommodate a variety of tapered candle sizes.
Sterling silver Camellia pin with 14K gold pollen heads - $625
I picked a camellia blossom from a bush in my yard to use as a model for the petals and leaves of this pin. Second photo shows a close up of the camellia flower with the pin. Size is 4" x 3 1/2"
Sterling silver Rosebud pin - available by custom order
This started out as a custom design, but I've had enough demand that I've made it part of my regular inventory. Petals are .999 fine silver. Approx size 3" long
Sterling silver sand dollar pin/pendant $160
Available as a custom order. I use a real sand dollar from the beach in North Carolina to model the size, shape & placement of holes. The hammered surface mimics the dappled appearance of this beach treasure. Size approx. 2" x 2 1/4"
Sterling silver Iris pin - $450
Modeled after the iris growing in my yard in North Carolina. Petals are .999 fine silver. Stem and leaf are Sterling silver. Length 5" x 2 1/2" width, a lovely piece of art to display or wear
