FAQs
Is your jewelry really handmade?
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Yes — every piece is fabricated by hand in my Seattle studio. I start with sterling sheet and wire, then cut, form, solder, and finish each piece myself. That includes the ear wires: I form every pair by hand from wire with a fused ball terminal rather than buying ready-made findings.
Some components I source rather than make: chains, fine bails, small pearl cups, and jump rings. I choose them carefully so their quality matches the silverwork they're attached to.
What kind of silver do you use?
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Sterling silver, .925. I buy sterling sheet and wire and build each piece from there. Sourced chains and findings are also sterling silver.
What other material do you work with?
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I work with natural stones, pearls, larimar, malachite, lapis, kyanite, black lip mussel, agate, and other materials that inspire me. I try hard to confirm material origins, but it’s not always possible. When I know a stone is dyed, I say so in the listing. I source from established suppliers I trust, but I don't make specific origin claims I can't verify.
How do I find my ring size?
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The most reliable way is to visit a local jeweler and have your finger sized — most will do it for free. If that's not an option, you can order an inexpensive ring sizer online, or measure a ring you already wear (inside diameter in millimeters) and email me — I'll convert it.
A note on fit: knuckles, temperature, and time of day all change finger size. If you're between sizes, I'd suggest sizing up.
Can I request a custom piece?
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Yes! I take on a limited number of commissions and they tend to grow out of pieces I already make — a different stone, a different length, a variation on a form. Email me with what you have in mind and I'll let you know if it's something I can do, what it would cost, and how long it would take. Custom pieces are final sale.
How do I care for my piece?
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For sterling: store it dry and away from air when you're not wearing it — a small zip bag works well. A polishing cloth brings back shine when it dulls. Avoid wearing silver in pools, hot tubs, or the shower; chlorine and prolonged moisture are hard on it.
For pieces with pearls or softer stones (larimar, malachite, lapis): put them on after lotion, perfume, and hairspray, not before. Wipe with a soft dry cloth after wearing. Don't use silver dip or polishing cloths directly on stones or pearls.
How long until my order ships?
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Most ready-to-ship pieces go out within 3–5 business days. If something is made to order or sized to you, I'll let you know the timeline when you order — usually 1–3 weeks. You'll get tracking when it ships.