What goes into the making of a piece of jewelry? Well... the study of jewelry making is a lifetime pursuit. However, here's the process behind the new "Process Necklace" on Anja Artisan Jewelry.
1. Heavy sterling wire is formed into loops by twisting it around metals rods to form a spring. A tiny saw is then used to slices one side of the springs, creating "jump rings" with a space on one side.
2. Next, the jump rings are "soldered" together. Soldering is much like welding, a tiny lump of sterling silver is melted into the open space in the jump ring creating solid circles of silver.
3. The sterling wire starts out round. I want the rings to be hammered flat. I choose a plandishing hammer to flatten the metal with light texture and a shiny, burnished finish.
4. Last of all- a delicate 14k gold chain is looped through the ends of the pendant and finished with a claps. Voila- a unique, handmade necklace!
Why is this piece called "The Process Necklace?" There is a reason. Read about it on Anja Artisan Jewelry!
