Those poking around in the Shop might have noticed but in case you haven’t, we’ve got precious metals! ^_^ Add to that a ton of gemstones and Swarovski crystals, and you’ve got the makings for some very fine jewelry. I’m considering making a special section of the shop just for items made of silver and gold. What do you think?

I’m currently working on a nice CIR weave necklace in sterling silver. If I didn’t have a plan for the gold rings I have in this size, I’d be capturing those in the center to set off the weave.

In-progress sterling silver CIR weave necklace

I love mixing the two metals, though. I especially like when the silver gets to age a bit. The tarnish sets off the gold even more and makes for a higher contrast.

In other news, I am hunting for a proper anvil (or chunk of railroad tie) so I can try my hand at riveted maille. Anyone out there in internet land have anything like that cluttering up a corner of your garage or shed?