“Fireweed” Swirl Earrings
These earrings begin as a solid copper base, then are counter-enameled on the back to prevent cracking and ensure durability.
Two layers of enamel which is finely ground glass blended with colorants, is then carefully applied to the metal surface. To achieve the swirl pattern, the process begins with firing the darker enamel layer first. Once cooled, a lighter enamel layer is added over it. Before firing the second layer, a technique called scruffito is used to scrape away specific areas of the lighter enamel, revealing the darker layer beneath and forming a swirl design. The final step involves firing the piece once more, fusing the enamel layers to the metal and producing a vibrant, glossy finish.
The earring wire is crafted from silver-plated metal with a copper and brass core, featuring an anti-tarnish coating and being nickel-free for added comfort and longevity.
These earrings begin as a solid copper base, then are counter-enameled on the back to prevent cracking and ensure durability.
Two layers of enamel which is finely ground glass blended with colorants, is then carefully applied to the metal surface. To achieve the swirl pattern, the process begins with firing the darker enamel layer first. Once cooled, a lighter enamel layer is added over it. Before firing the second layer, a technique called scruffito is used to scrape away specific areas of the lighter enamel, revealing the darker layer beneath and forming a swirl design. The final step involves firing the piece once more, fusing the enamel layers to the metal and producing a vibrant, glossy finish.
The earring wire is crafted from silver-plated metal with a copper and brass core, featuring an anti-tarnish coating and being nickel-free for added comfort and longevity.
These earrings begin as a solid copper base, then are counter-enameled on the back to prevent cracking and ensure durability.
Two layers of enamel which is finely ground glass blended with colorants, is then carefully applied to the metal surface. To achieve the swirl pattern, the process begins with firing the darker enamel layer first. Once cooled, a lighter enamel layer is added over it. Before firing the second layer, a technique called scruffito is used to scrape away specific areas of the lighter enamel, revealing the darker layer beneath and forming a swirl design. The final step involves firing the piece once more, fusing the enamel layers to the metal and producing a vibrant, glossy finish.
The earring wire is crafted from silver-plated metal with a copper and brass core, featuring an anti-tarnish coating and being nickel-free for added comfort and longevity.