Art and design by Boriana Giormova – funny, geeky, cute, creepy and weird drawings, handmade jewelry and crafts
There’s something special about wearing jewelry that has been made by hand—each piece carries a little bit of the maker’s heart and creativity. These mixed metal drop earrings with natural amethyst gemstones are no exception. They’re a blend of simplicity and elegance, designed for those who appreciate unique, handmade pieces. Each earring features three hammered …
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Sometimes, the simplest pieces of jewelry hold the most meaning. These delicate aquamarine earrings are one of my favorite designs—crafted with care, wrapped in a herringbone pattern, and finished with handmade sterling silver ear wires. Aquamarine, the birthstone of March, has such a calming presence with its gentle blue hue. I love how it catches …
Today, I played around with some tiny copper elements—1.5 cm long, 1.5 mm diameter wire pieces. I hammered them on both sides at different angles, giving each a unique shape and texture. The pieces got little holes at their ends, letting me string them together on a wire ring alternating with deep Bordeaux glass beads …
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As a pharmacist and artist, I love combining chemistry with creative expression. Recently, I took one of my illustrations—a benzene molecule with its ring and p-atomic orbitals—and transformed it into a functional 3D-printed stamp. The process started with vectorizing my original drawing, then bringing it into Blender to create a 3D model. Actually, I designed …
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I’ve been playing around with Procreate’s symmetry tool a lot, and this time, I’m working on a mandala with weird eyes and green botanical elements. I use the watercolor wet and dry brushes by Bardot Brush and I am in love with them. Here’s a sneak peek of the artwork: The mix of eyes and …
Some designs come quickly, and others take time to find their shape. These long aquamarine earrings were the latter. I wanted them to feel delicate but also have movement—something light yet noticeable. Each earring has three tiny flowers, each with 3mm faceted aquamarine stones, and at the very end, a 6mm natural aquamarine. The process of shaping and …
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There’s something special about handmade jewelry—the time, care, and craftsmanship behind each piece make it more than just an accessory. It tells a story, carries a meaning, and often becomes something deeply personal. That’s exactly how I feel about this handcrafted copper infinity bracelet—a simple yet elegant piece that blends symbolism and artistry. Crafting the …
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I’ve been learning to wire wrap, and my latest attempt is the herringbone style. It’s a beautiful, flowing technique that frames a stone in delicate wire loops. For this project, I wrapped three natural aquamarine stones—two with copper wire and two with silver-plated copper wire. Used 22 gauge (0.8 mm) wire for both. Copper was …
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I didn’t set out to make something special. I had seen these simple flower shapes a couple of times and I wanted to try to make them. It turned out to be fun! The Materials: Imperfect, Yet Beautiful I chose 6mm natural aquamarine stones. How did I decide to use them? As it is February …
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I made this ring for myself from 22 gauge (0.8 mm) copper wire—just 23 cm of it, wrapped around a small 4 mm black obsidian stone. It started as a simple piece of wire, but after shaping, polishing, and a bit of patience, it turned into something I really love. To deepen the character, I …
Cute Strange Creatures 