Enamel half tubes

Enameling on something different

I have found that when i get bored of something, its best for me to try something new or try a new technique to get out of a rut. I felt as though i was in a rut when it came to enameling flat pieces of copper so decided to see if enameling on tubes or half tubes would work. 

One of the challenges with the half tubes was how I would attach them to a piece of jewellery and found the easiest and most effective way was to drill a hole through which I'd thread them on to a wire. Above are two of my first test pieces. 

This pendant was the end result. I love this piece and will definitely revisit this direction. It also allowed me to practice firing pieces that weren't flat which a tad more tricky as the enamel often doesn't stick well to all sides. I also like how some of the metal is still exposed, allows for a very organic look which is contrasted by the polish and simple/geometric frame on which they hang. 

Hoops

Hoop two

These earrings are a prototype for a range of earrings I am designing/ working on. They are a little more bold than the previous hoops. In the future the copper element will be an enameled element. 

Sterling silver hoop earring with copper detail 

Emma Habbeshon

Emma Habbeshon is a contemporary jewellery designer whose jewellery walks the unique and elegant line between geometric and organic forms. Habbeshon is inspired by the hidden geometry in nature and plays with different forms and texture in order to create sculptural, contemporary jewellery. She mainly uses Sterling silver combined with precious and semi precious gem stones.  

I absolutely love Habbeshons jewellery. I think that the balance of geometric and organic forms is executed so well and the jewellery that she produces is striking, elegant and unique in so many ways. As a Jewellery student trying to find my own style, seeing jewellery such as this inspires me to think about jewellery in a new light. One does not need to stick to certain aspects of design, you can combine and experiment with many different looks in order to create something beautiful. 

Pictured below are only a handful of Habbeshons beautiful creations. 

Morphology Brooch II 
Double Pin Brooch, Sterling Silver, partly oxidized, Labradorite Cabochons

Morphology Ring 
Sterling Silver, Hexagonal cut London Blue Topaz, 22ct gold plated granules 

Morphology Necklace
Sterling Silver, Labradorite Cabochons,