This mixed materials necklace is a combination of hand crocheted silk bead forms and semi precious stone beads. I have dyed the silk with botanical dyes I have made from plants that I have grown or foraged. These special colors add another layer of place and memory.
Indigo and Marigold
Linda Magi
Photo credit: Linda Magi
Bio
Jewelry is commonly equated with preciousness. I have been continually exploring this in my jewelry. Interesting design, expert craftsmanship and attention to detail can transform ordinary materials into special objects. I follow this concept as I craft cotton and silk yarn, maple twigs, stones, silver and other materials into jewelry.