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!

Starflower pendant

I love star gems, and when I can find them, I like to create settings for them that can really show them off. I've been saving this delicious 3.45 ct pink star ruby for something special, and here it is - Star flower pendant. I'll add photos on a sunnier day to show the beautiful asterism of this stone.

Delicious winter days

I've been inspired of late to create some winteresque jewellery due to the early and swift arrival of the cold.
I love cold mornings for their delicious and crisp morning air kisses that wake me up.
I love cold nights for the hot cocoa whilst sitting front of a wood fire.

The first of a number of snowflake inspired pieces is this etched snowstorm necklace, complete with freshwater pearls, moonstone rondelles and briolettes, and handfabricated clasps. Keep your eye out for more snowflakes as winter approaches!

I <3 geek

If there's anything I love more than a good proof by induction, it's a good geek accessory.
I love this magic {number} ring from my new range of geek goodies: The Pi Ring.

It's unisex, so it's perfect for the geek or geekette.
The only drawback to this ring is that I can't stop taking off this ring to admire the magic number inside!

... since I started ...

As I finished flush setting a diamond in a Koi Portrait Pendant today, I realised how far I've come since I started silversmithing a year ago. Aside from learning so many new 'smithing skills. I've gained a burning passion for metal and for life! I love it!

To celebrate my 'smithing anniversary, I thought I would treat myself to some goodies from an artist from Etsy - Christine from Bloom Studios makes gorgeous jewellery. I look forward to receiving my Lotus Petal Necklace - yum!

New bracelet mandrel

My new bracelet mandrel arrived the other day! Looking more like the arm of a killing machine sent back in time, I have no doubt that this hefty baby will deliver the goods. Expect some exciting new bracelets in my store soon!