The pendant on the left is one of a series of layered hearts, each a little different. Different
sizes, different textures, different metal combinations, different stones. That's the way we like
to work mostly, in a progressive series that changes with each addition and unique one of
a kind pieces. There are only a few very successfully selling designs that we repeat with
minimal variations. This kind of approach keeps us interested in our work and also gives
us new designs for the group of people that have bought our work before and accounts for
80 to 90 percent of our sales at our few remaining art shows. The layered heart is made of
silver, copper, brass & gold with a Chinese fresh water pearl. The textures are roller printed
with pattern plates that Jima makes. The layers of sheet metal are joined with rivets.
Carlie's earrings on the right are also silver, copper and gold, set with dangling Orissa garnets
from India. This is a one of a kind design from a couple of years ago and Jima keeps trying
to encourage her to continue the series.
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