Hollowform snowflake pendant

Some new winter (for those in the northern hemisphere) bling- this snowflake pendant is a hollowform silver pebble which has had a snowflake etched on the front. The brushed satin finish gives it a wonderful cool glow. It hangs on a 40 cm (16 in) snake chain and is light and comfortable to wear. I really enjoyed making this pendant, lots of positive energy was spent making it! Naturally, it is hallmarked as a Nephilim original.

Aquarium annihilation

I took some time out last week to attended a conference, which I really enjoyed. I thought I couldn't ask for a better weekend.

I woke up on Monday morning to get ready to return home, when I found out that the thermostat in my aquarium malfunctioned, and essentially wiped out my entire collection of fish. I've had these fish for some time now (maybe 6 or 7 years?) and was pretty devastated to lose them.

I'm running a little behind schedule right now because of this unexpected and unfortunate event, so my apologies for the delay in replying messages and so forth.

I guess on the plus side, my lettuce garden which I left to fend for itself over the last week, has surprisingly survived, and is doing quite well...

Work in progress

I've had these router cufflinks floating around inside my head for some time, which is no surprise since I often dream of routers and switches.

I've finally made them a reality, and I thought I would share - they aren't finished yet, but you get the idea.

What networking geek could resist?

Spring Offering

A new piece, requested by a friend. We have been discussing this piece for some time, so it is satisfying to finally create it. Sakuras are always a perfect spring offering.

I am back at my bench, and will be starting up my etching baths again...

I couldn't stay away

Although I still haven't completed my studies, I still can't help myself when it comes to silversmithing. I couldn't stay away!

Here is a ring that I completed for a customer recently -

Nephilim on hold

Just a quick update. I'll keep it short and [bitter]sweet. As of today, I've decided to no longer take on custom orders, but to instead invest my time into my engineering studies. My intention is to continue silversmithing, but for the time being, Nephilim will be in pseudo-hibernation.

This means that custom sizing and personalised etches will no longer be available as of today. For those of you who have already put forward enquiries about custom items, please do not worry, I will continue working with you on your requests to completion.

I've thought about this a lot, and although it makes me sad, I'll be happy with my studies and I also think it's the best thing to do right now.

Of course, please don't feel that this blog will be dead. I'll still be silversmithing and still be blogging on occasion. I promise.


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Flower etch bracelet

I finally got around to making a bracelet / cuff! This one has an etched flower pattern. I've accentuated the pattern with a dark patina and also included a chain with this cuff so that it can be worn securely and without worry. I like it so much, I think I might keep this one!