Art and design by Boriana Giormova – funny, geeky, cute, creepy and weird drawings, handmade jewelry and crafts
I made these earrings from wire, copper washers, natural garnet faceted stones and glass seed beads. Wanted to create something which includes movement and a play with light reflections. Used hammered copper and sterling silver wire to shape them. Each earring has five long copper teardrops attached to a small silver triangle wrapped with silver …
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If you love handmade jewelry and boho earrings these new designs might be exactly for you. They are not new, actually. I made them in the summer, then oxidized them a bit, then left copper’s natural patina to develop for quite some time. Copper has long been one of my favorite materials to work with …
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I love the Celtic flower shape. I made these earrings from stainless steel wire and natural purple amethyst stone chips. Finished them with sterling silver hooks for maximum comfort, even for sensitive ears. I used 22 gauge (0.8 mm) stainless steel 304 wire. It is hard to shape in this floral structure but I love …
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I had a lot of fun making these copper earrings with a rustic vibe. It all started with a spool of thin copper strip. Wanted to cut a circle with only scissors intended for cutting metal sheets. Cut a square, then cut its angles, then the angles of the new shape and so on until …
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This week, I continued learning a particular jewelry technique: herringbone wire wrapping. I’ve admired this elegant, woven style for a while, and recently decided to give it a shot. Using 20 gauge (0.8 mm) copper wire and a pair of natural 6 mm dragonblood stones, I made a pair of herringbone-wrapped earrings. At first, it …
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These elegant drop earrings are made from warm copper wire, and feature cotter chain-style links, giving them a graceful, flowing movement. Each earring has two hammered teardrop-shaped links hanging from a hammered jump ring, and at the bottom, I wire-wrapped a 6mm natural dragon blood stone—a deep, earthy green with flecks of red, like something …
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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 …
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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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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