Steampunk Necklace - Ammonite Pendant

This steampunk fashion inspired ammonite fossil pendant was wire wrapped with pure antiqued copper wire. Copper wire wraps give the appears of gear and cogs inspired by 19th-century industrial steam-powered machinery.

Pure copper wire flows beautifully around an ammonite fossil and small moonstone cabochon. 

The copper was then antiqued to give a rustic look.

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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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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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Blue Labradorite Necklace

This rectangle shaped blue labradorite pendant has a beautiful flash when viewed at the right angle and light. The labradorite gemstone is cradled in a solid sterling silver tree of life wire wrap. To accentuate the wire tree, I applied an antique finish and then polished the high areas to a bright luster. You will receive the exact, unique, one of a kind, handmade, wire wrapped tree of life pendant shown in the photos. Over 8 hours of craftsmanship and polishing went into the creation of this handmade wire wrapped tree of life necklace pendant. So the tree of life 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:51 x 24 x 8 mm
Bale inside diameter: 8 x 4 mm
Labradorite Cab Size: 35 x 21 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.

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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Resin Petri Cabochons - Instagram Post - #04

Petri Resin Cabochons
$15 each or 2 for $25 + shipping
USA $3, International $15
*Apx. 39x29mm
*Double casted & multiple clear coats
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*Made into simple necklace add $5
*Each cab takes weeks to complete.
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*Watermark not included 😜

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How to Make Silicone Caulk Molds for Jewelry Cabochons

Silicone Caulk Mold Tutorial

Since 2013 I've been using this method to make silicone caulk molds for my resin jewelry cabochons. The silicone molds are reusable and will last a long time. I have some molds that I use to this day that I created back in 2013!

There is only two ingredients for making a silicone caulk mold. You will need 100% silicone caulk and suppository glycerin. Both are fairly inexpensive and easy to obtain.

100% Silicone Caulk

The silicone caulk can be purchased at just about any hardware store. The GE brand that I use in this video was bought from Home Depot. It's very import that the silicone tube says 100% silicone. If it doesn't say 100% silicone, it will NOT work.

Glycerin

Glycerin reacts with the silicone and causes it to cure. Normally, silicone caulk is used in a thin layer and will cure just fine on it's own. Since we are making a mold with the silicone, a larger thicker amount of silicone is used. Without glycerin, the silicone will not cure in the middle. Just the outside layer of silicone will cure. If it wasn't for the glycerin, we would have a sticky mess! 

I used the Fleet brand of liquid suppository glycerin that I bought in the pharmacy department at Walmart. Here is a link for a one dollar off coupon from Fleet's website. I've been asked if vegetable glycerin will work. So I tried vegetable glycerin twice and found that it does NOT work. After doing some research, I've found that there are two types of glycerin. One is vegetable based and the other is petroleum based. I'm not positive, but since the VG did not work, I'm to assume that the suppository type is petroleum based.

I don't know the exact ratio of silicone to glycerin. But It doesn't take much glycerin. In this video I used about 15 or so drops for a small 30 mm cabochon.

Video: DIY Silicone Caulk Mold for Resin Jewelry Cabochons

 

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New Petri Style Resin Cabochon - Tree of Life Pendant

The first of many new petri art resin cabochons wrapped in a sterling silver tree of life pendant. This unique, OOAK (one-of-a-kind) tree of life pendant features my weaved bale design and was constructed with sterling silver wire. To accentuate the wrapped wire of the tree of life, I applied an antique finish and then polished the high areas to a bright luster.

Side view of the sterling silver tree of life pendant with petri art cabochon. This pendant took several weeks to create due to waiting for the layers of resin to cure. Over 9 hours of actual work time went into the creation of this handmade oval pendant.

Amazing detail in the petri art cabochon pendant.

Macro view of the petri art cabochon necklace.

Click here to see all the wire wrapped jewelry tree of life pendants that I have available on my website.

Moonstone Necklace With Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Tree of Life

Taking photographs of moonstone can be very difficult. To get the moonstone to glow requires low indirect lighting. But when you get the moonstone to flash under low lighting, the wire wrapped tree of life doesn't stand out well. So you have to position your lighting until you find a happy medium. Usually the moonstone cabochon or the wire wrapping may suffer slightly in the photograph. This one came out pretty well. I can tell ya though, if you see it in real life, it looks way better. The above handmade wire wrapped tree of life pendant with moonstone was taken with slightly more direct light. Hence why you see the white reflection of the lighting. This photography of the wire pendant is what I used to showcase the necklace. Photographing jewelry can be very hard. Especially when you have a flashy moonstone or a flashy labradorite!

In the above photograph I move the lights so they where more indirect. Doing this made the patina in the wrapped wire stand out more. It also makes the moonstone have a more crystal appearance.

Changing the background you use to photograph jewelry also has an affect on the shiny sterling silver. I'm still using indirect lighting in the photograph of the pendant. With this dark red stained wood as a background, I'm able to capture the dark shadows in the wire wrapped tree of life. 

I always try to include a photograph of my jewelry with a white background. When I do this, a lot of times it makes the sterling silver look a little yellow.

Click here to view more photos of this wire wrapped tree of life pendant with moonstone on my website.

This tree of life necklace pendant was constructed with sterling silver wire. Set behind the tree of life is a 22.75ct crazy lace agate gemstone cabochon. 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.

You will receive the exact, unique, one of a kind, handmade, wire wrapped tree of life pendant shown in the photos.

Over 7 hours of craftsmanship, polishing, and buffing went into the creation of this handmade wire wrapped tree of life necklace pendant.

So the tree of life pendant can be worn right away, I've included an adjustable slip knot leather cord until you replace the cord with something better.

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Dimensions: 42 x 22 x 8 mm 

Bale inside diameter: 4.7 mm 

Labradorite: 22.75 ct

Crazy Lace Agate is a variety of banded Chalcedony and is predominantly white, with layers of creamy browns, blacks and grays. Some may include layers of yellow ochre, gold, scarlet and red. Agate is sometimes called the earth rainbow because, in its various forms, the concentric bands in nature form nearly every color the earth can produce, including a colorless form.

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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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This tear shaped labradorite tree of life necklace pendant was constructed with sterling silver wire. Behind the tree of life is a shimmery, 23ct tear shaped 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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Dimensions: 40 x 21 x 8 mm
Bale inside diameter: 4.5 mm
Labradorite: 23 ct

So the tree of life pendant can be worn right away, I've included an adjustable slip knot leather cord until you replace the cord with something better.

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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.

Click here to see more photos and to check availability.

You will receive the exact, unique, one of a kind, handmade, wire wrapped tree of life pendant shown in the photos. Over 7 hours of craftsmanship, polishing, and buffing went into the creation of this handmade wire wrapped tree of life necklace pendant.
Click here to see more photos and to check availability.

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This labradorite tree of life necklace pendant was constructed with sterling silver wire. Behind the tree of life is a shimmery, 69ct 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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You will receive the exact, unique, one of a kind, handmade, wire wrapped tree of life pendant shown in the photos.

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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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So the tree of life pendant can be worn right away, I've included an adjustable slip knot leather cord until you replace the cord with something better.

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Dimensions: 44 x 39 x 8 mm 

Bale inside diameter: 5.5 x 7 mm 

Labradorite: 69 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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