I used to believe…

I used to believe…

squirrel jewellery created with love and silver coinsRecycled soup spoon “I used to believe that if i swallowed a seed from an apple core that there was a very good possibility whilst i was sleeping that it would rapidly take root in my tummy and when i woke up roots would be coming out of my bum bum and twigs out of my nose.” – The Growler

£255

Recycled soup spoon
I used to believe that if i swallowed a seed from an apple core that there was a very good possibility whilst i was sleeping that it would rapidly take root in my tummy and when i woke up roots would be coming out of my bum bum and twigs out of my nose. I would then have to hide this shame by sneaking outside before breakfast time and stand with the other trees submitting myself to the impending reality that i was going to spend the rest of my time on the planet as a tree. I guessed that this was happened to other members of the family. After all there were several trees outside and I was without brothers and sisters, its the logical conclusion.

Anyway, that madness aside that got me thinking about a little red squirrel pup pondering about an acorn…. This brooch has been delicately hand cut with a traditional jewelers saw and drill. Each brooch is a total ‘one-off’, completely unique.

Being handcrafted from an old soup spoon each one is absolutely original, recycled and ethically sound. The techniques used to create the brooch are time honored and traditional.
The concept is both modern and traditional. What is now termed recycling in the past may have been called resourcefulness. The simple thing separating the two are motif. Resourcefulness originating from saving money and recycling a principle to try and save the planet from ourselves!

An integral and interesting part of the brooch is the antique dessert spoon from which it was cut. This simple ‘donor’ spoon is also given a little ‘Hairy Growler’ treatment. It is transformed in to an wonderful Objects D’ Art which acts a lovely resting place for the brooch when not being worn. Both are presented in a lovely box.

Handmade and recycled in Cambridge.

Size : Approx 45 mm * 45 mm

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NECKLACE INFORMATION

Many of the necklace / pendant designs are complete. These designs have a sterling silver chain attached to the pendant from both sides. This design is perfect for looking in a mirror to fasten the necklace. It also makes a fabulous feature of the handmade hook catch (and star if chosen).  The necklace length you choose includes the length of the actual pendant. Do not worry about the pendant dimensions we will take care of your order. Order the necklace length you would normally wear and the necklace you receive will sit in the perfect position..

 

BRACELET INFORMATION

Extra small : approx 170 mm

Small size : approx 185 mm

Medium size : approx 195 mm

Large size : approx 210 mm (good size if you want a looser dangly medium fit)

XL size approx 225 mm (includes an extra link; i.e. another lovely flower, butterfly, bird, etc section custom made)

XXL size approx 250 mm ((includes an extra two links; i.e. another couple of lovely flower, butterfly, bird, etc sections custom made)

Ring Sizes.

A local jeweller will happily provide you the ring size you require for the desired finger you wish to adorn! Its a quick, easy, simple process we all offer!However if you are buying a surprise gift please fee free to download this simple ring size guide to help.

Silver Chain lengths size guide

Silver chain lengths are many and various.  Mostly it comes down to two factors your size and individual style.  These will determine whats going to suit you at the times you are wearing it.  Click the link to see a guide of the most popular sizes and how they look, comparatively.