It's been a busy Spring in my studio! The garden is finally looking good and I have a flat of lettuce and some flowers to get into the ground if the rain will just let up a bit. But, with all the rain we've been having it's been easy to stay inside and make stuff! I've been playing around a lot with raw diamond cubes ever since I bought some of them about a year ago to experiment with. I wanted to show some of the things I've been doing with them and also with my latest interest, rose cut diamonds. Still nice and rustic, but a bit fancier...
I really like the simplicity of a single cube set in 18kt gold on a textured or hammered, heavy sterling band.
The rose cut diamonds are flat on the bottom with a few polished facets on the top. Perfect to bezel set and adding a touch of luxury without sacrificing their rawness.
I've been paring the diamonds up with other sumptuous stones and pearls to create "Treasure Rings".
I'm really excited to continue us these diamonds in my designs. So interesting and full of character!
A few of these pieces can be seen in my etsy shop, many have sold, but more will definitely be on the way, if I have my way...
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i'd know your rings anywhere :) thats a compliment. you have your own unique touch and i love seeing this new work betsy! enjoy your soggy spring :)
ReplyDeleteThese are stunning!! So unique and full of character. I dream to the day when I'll wear one of your creations on my finger... so I can see it all the time :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Paula,and when it gets HOT where you are this summer, you'll be wishing you were here!
ReplyDeleteTeo, thank you so much for the sweet comment, it means a lot!
These rings are gorgeous, Betsy! Keep up the awesome work.
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