Day 22: One-a-day jewelry challenge March 2011

And now for something completely different :)  How about a big, bold statement piece? 

This necklace is made from forged copper rectangles connected by fine silver torch-balled wire. The copper pieces obtained their rich patina (blacks, browns, pinks) from the torch flame in-process. The soft glow of the metal comes from tumbling, much the way stones are polished in a rock tumbler.  You can see more views / details here in the shop.

The pendant assembly is about 4" long depending on how it hangs. A better measure might be the individual components; the bigger rectangular piece is 2.5" long and each smaller square is just under one inch.  I've used a commercial, up-cycled 18" sterling silver chain with two tiny clasps that connect on each side, in the front.  This way, it can easily be replaced with a shorter chain for a completely different look.

This one might be a love-it-or-hate-it necklace.  I'd love to know your opinion either way!

GIVEAWAY:  If you'd like to enter the One-a-day Giveaway, just post a comment on any One-a-day blog post during March, and tell me what you think of a piece and why.  Read all about it here.