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Sunday, November 24, 2019

Available Cabochons & Pendant

Dendrite Opal & Sterling Silver Tree of Life Pendant

Overall pendant size: 51 x 28 mm
Bail opening size: 4mm
Dendrite opal cabochon wieght: 38 ct

Includes a free 2mm black paracord necklace cord that is adjustable via 2 slip knots.
The opal cabochon is damaged. While I was setting the opal, a piece broke off the top. I repaired the stone and the crack is only visible on the back of the pendant. I am offering this pendant at a reduced price of $80 +shipping (normal price $100) because of the damage. I'm pretty confident that the repair will not break or come apart. 

Teardrop shaped Peruvian Pink Opal wrapped in solid antiqued copper wire.

The above pendant has sold and is not available. I do have one more of these pink opal cabochons (below) that can be made into a pendant. 

Peruvian pink opal available for wrapping


The following two labradorite are available


Teardrop shaped blue labradorite cabochon

SOLD - Oval shaped blue labradorite cabochon

Welo Opals for bail settings

SOLD - These are small and for setting in a weaved bail.

I also have small garnets and star rubies for bail settings. 


Following are petri resin cabochons. I have many of these available in lots of colors. Below are a few of the ones I have. Looking for particular colors? Ask me. I probably have it.



Front side of petri cabochons

Back side of the petri cabochons shown above.
Front side of some more petri resin cabs
Closeup of a petri cab. They are all 3D textured inside like this one. They all are similar to blown glass but made with liquid plastic.




to have one of these cabochons wire wrapped into a tree of life pendant.







Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Amber & Sterling Silver Tree of Life Necklace


Amber & Sterling Silver Tree of Life Necklace wire wrapped by Tim Whetsel - Black background & natural light

Solid .925 Sterling Silver Frame
Solid .925 Sterling Silver Tree of Life
Solid .925 Sterling Silver Weaved Bail
5 x 3 mm Oval Garnet
Round Blue Amber Cabochon


Amber & Sterling Silver Tree of Life Necklace wire wrapped by Tim Whetsel - Gray background & natural light

Wire wrapped pendant over-all dimensions: 44 x 28 mm
Bail inside dimensions: 8 x 5 mm


Amber & Sterling Silver Tree of Life Necklace wire wrapped by Tim Whetsel - Gray background & natural light. View from left.


Amber & Sterling Silver Tree of Life Necklace wire wrapped by Tim Whetsel - Black background & black light bulb

Photo taken under a black light.


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Thursday, November 15, 2018


This unique, one of a kind ammonite fossil pendant was wire wrapped with pure antiqued copper wire. Ammonites are one of the most widely known fossil, possessing a ribbed spiral-form shell. These creatures lived in the seas between 240 - 65 million years ago, when they became extinct along with the dinosaurs.



Copper Wire Wrapped Ammonite Pendant

This handmade wire wrap pendant was wrapped with pure copper wire that flows beautifully around an ammonite fossil. The copper was then antiqued to give a rustic look.
You will receive the exact, unique, one of a kind, handmade, wire wrapped ammonite pendant shown in the photos.

Over 6 hours of craftsmanship went into the creation of this wire wrapped ammonite necklace pendant.

So the ammonite pendant can be worn right away; I've included a free adjustable slip knot 2mm wide black braided paracord. The cord is UV coated and resistant to mildew and rot.

Pendant Dimensions

Pendant Over-all Size:48 x 31 mm
Bale inside diameter: 5 x 7 mm

About Ammonite

Ammonites were predatory, squid like creatures that lived inside coil-shaped shells between 240 - 65 million years ago and went extinct with the dinosaurs. Ammonite shells are a naturally occurring example of the Fibonacci sequence in nature. The ammonite in this wire wrapped pendant is from Madagascar.



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Monday, November 12, 2018



Ammonite Necklace

This handmade wire wrap pendant was wrapped with pure copper wire that flows beautifully around an ammonite fossil. The copper was then antiqued to give a rustic look.
You will receive the exact, unique, one of a kind, handmade, wire wrapped ammonite pendant shown in the photos.

Over 6 hours of craftsmanship went into the creation of this wire wrapped ammonite necklace pendant.

So the ammonite pendant can be worn right away; I've included a free adjustable slip knot 2mm wide black braided paracord. The cord is UV coated and resistant to mildew and rot.

Pendant Dimensions

Pendant Over-all Size:48 x 31 mm
Bale inside diameter: 5 x 7 mm

Actual colors may vary slightly. This is due to the fact that every device (phone, tablet, PC monitor) has a different capability to display colors and that everyone sees these colors differently. I try to edit the photos to show the jewelry as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual color may vary slightly from your device's display.

About Ammonite

Ammonites were predatory, squid like creatures that lived inside coil-shaped shells between 240 - 65 million years ago and went extinct with the dinosaurs. Ammonite shells are a naturally occurring example of the Fibonacci sequence in nature. The ammonite in this wire wrapped pendant is from Madagascar.

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Sunday, March 11, 2018

Labradorite Tree of Life Necklace Pendant - Gold & Sterling Silver - Handmade Wire Wrapped Jewelry by Tim Whetsel


This round labradorite tree of life necklace pendant was constructed with 14kt gold filled & sterling silver wire. Behind the tree of life is a shimmery, 64ct round labradorite gemstone that dances and flashes in the light. The labradorite has flashy colors of green, gold, and blue. To accentuate the wrapped wire of the tree of life, I applied an antique finish and then polished the high areas to a bright lusher.

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Over 8 hours of craftsmanship, polishing, and buffing went into the creation of this handmade wire wrapped tree of life necklace pendant.

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Dimensions: 45 x 34 x 8 mm 
Bale inside diameter: 4.5 mm 
Labradorite: 64 ct

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Labradorite is a mineral of the plagioclase feldspar group, found in many igneous rocks. This crystal is a stone of magic, awakening within you mystical and magical abilities and psychic powers. Labradorite has a number of metaphysical properties, including protecting your aura, and to clear negativity from it, and it seals it to prevent any energy leaks. Within the throat chakra it stimulates stronger psychic communication abilities.

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What is Gold Filled?
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Gold-filled is constructed in two or three layers. The core metal is jewelers’ brass. Gold-filled is legally required to contain 5% or 1/20 gold by weight. This 5% is then described by the karatage of the gold alloy. Most gold-filled is 12kt or 14kt gold-filled. Gold-filled is usually a lifetime product because the gold layer bonded to the brass core is quite thick.

Is gold-filled the same as gold plate?
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No, gold plating is a miniscule layer of solid gold applied to a brass base. The plating does not compose any measurable proportion of the product’s total weight. It is estimated to be 0.05% or less of the metal product. Gold plating will wear off rather quickly and expose the brass base product. It does not stand up to heat, water or wear over time. By comparison, gold-filled contains 5% gold by weight; moreover, all the gold is on the surface which offers product protection from tarnish and wear.

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