Adirondack Silver Jewelry, Chains and Heart Jewelry

All of my chains are handmade using only sterling silver (.925 pure silver), or fine silver (.999 pure silver). Many of the chains begin with very simple components called jump rings. A jump ring can be made in many sizes and is simply a ring of silver wire. The sequential or byzantine chains are made from hundreds of these jump rings put together in a certain sequence to create this classic design. Jump rings are also used to attach a pendant to a chain. Another important feature of my chains is that the length is up to you. Any of them can be used for a bracelet, anklet, necklace, watch etc....and are designed to be worn by either men or women.

Every chain shown on this page was made by me by hand. I make each of the jump rings, hearts, rosettes, hammered links, hoops, S hooks etc.....except for the beads on the barbed wire and the lobster clasps. Some of the chains and other jewelry have been oxidized for the purpose of bringing out the detail or to give the piece an antique look. After oxidizing, the piece is then polished with steel wool to highlight the contrast. As you scroll down this page you'll see that the first 2 necklaces are polished and the 3rd one has been oxidized. All pieces can be ordered with or without oxidizing.

Godseye pendant, necklace and earring set
The Godseye is a throwback to my weaving roots, it's often used to attach a handle to a rim when you are starting to weave a rib basket. For this pendant and earring set I've rolled pure silver round wire flat and woven around the sterling frame. The pendant measures about 2" square and the earrings are about 1-3/8" long including the earhook. I've used an 18 gauge twisted link chain to hang the pendant, it's about 18" long. Everything is oxidized.

$210 for the set or the pendant is $80, earrings are $65 and chain is $68.

Textured Concho Necklace
Each sterling silver disc is textured with various stamps and domed either convex or concave. Then the fun begins when I design some really interesting connections for the conchos. No two chains are alike and this one is already sold but it gives you an idea of what is possible. Measures about 18" long.

$150.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Hammered Link Chain
Made by hammering round wire flat on either end and drilling a hole to accommodate the silver ring that is inserted and then twisted to join them. This is a sparkly and elegant chain equally beautiful with or without a pendant. Measures 35" long with a lobster clasp.

$192.00 or $5.50/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Organic cutout pendants
These pendants are from my organic line of jewelry that I started making in earnest in 2009. I call it organic because I've melted down my scrap sterling and rolled the blobs into these organic looking freeform shapes. Notice the tiny cracked edges from the stress of rolling, very cool. Then I saw out the desired silhouette with my jeweler's saw. Each measures about 1" X 1.5" and is oxidized. No two are alike!

Pinecone silhouette is $85 and tree is $80 includes shipping and tax.

S Hook Chain
The S hook chain is very lacy. Here it is combined with a few simple jumprings in between each S hook to create a delicate chain with lots of flash. Measures 20" long and includes a lobster clasp.

$120.00/ $6.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Bar Chain
Shown with a dichroic wrap pendant. Love the texture on this reticulated bar chain, the bars are connected with rings and can be made any length. The pendant would have to have a large loop in order to fit on this chain, the wrap pendant works best. Chain length is about 18".

$125.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Rosette Chain
Tiny hand constructed rosettes are joined with twisted links to make the polished anklet shown here. In the oxidized version I have shown the rosettes joined by open links, both designs showcase these lacy, delicate looking chains. This chain works very well as a choker, and I have earrings to match. Each measures about 9" and includes a lobster clasp.

$99.00 or $11.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Aventurine Bead Wrap/Crazy S Hook Necklace 18" long and matching bracelet 8" long
For this version of the necklace I've used more aventurine beads and less twisted link than the one above. Most any bead may be substituted for the aventurine. The bracelet and necklace can of course be ordered at any length you prefer. This set is shiny and I make earrings to match.

$135.00 for the necklace and $70 for the bracelet (Includes shipping & tax)

Dichroic Pendant with Prongs on a Reticulated Sheet
Another example of one of my favorite ways to set a stone. This pendant can be made using any stone or glass cab and is especially striking for a single color cab, it really adds interest and texture.

$75.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Foxtail Chain
A variation of the sequential chain, the foxtail is square or box-like. The chain shown measures 19" in length and just over 1/4" in width. It's a very delicate looking but elegant chain that works best in dress up situations.

$399.00 or $21.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Wrapped Dichroic Pendant
This wrap is my most popular setting, the loop allows most any chain to fit through, even some collars fit, making the pendant quite versatile. You may choose a stone or glass cabochon for this setting, please contact me for availability.

$65.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Tube Dichroic Bead Wrap/Swirl Necklace
I've used bright tube and round dichroic glass beads and tiny swirls to make this wonderfully colorful necklace and earring set. The necklace measures about 26" long and the earrings are just over 2" long.

$210. for the necklace and $40 for the earrings (including postage and tax)

Crazy S Hook chain w/Aventurine Bead Wrap and twisted links with matching earrings 1-1/2"long including the earhook
The Crazy S Hook came about by mistake, I was making regular S hooks one day and cut my pieces of wire too long and ended up crossing the curl over the main wire in order not to waste them all. The resulting S hook has become one of my most popular designs. For this necklace I've used one larger crazy S hook for a pendant and wrapped some gorgeous aventurine beads for accent and used the twisted links to finish it off. I like the oxidized look with this one and check out the other Aventurine/Crazy S Hook necklace on this page for a variation that I have left shiny.

$90 necklace and $20 for the earrings (including shipping and tax)

Oxidized Large Twisted Link Necklace
The longer twisted links in this necklace give it a distinctive look, then the oxidizing really makes it stand out. It is my son Josh's design. It looks best worn without a pendant. Measures 19" long with a lobster clasp.

$86.00 or $4.500/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Sequential Oval Link Necklace
A very beautiful medium weight chain made by connecting sequential links with sterling rings pulled into ovals. Measures 24" long with a lobster clasp.

$264.00/ $11.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Dragon Fly Pendant w/Labradorite cabochon on an oxidized twisted link chain
The dragon fly measures just under 2" in length from the top of the ring on it's head to the tip of it's tail and the wing span measures 1-5/8". Most any cabochon may be substituted for the labradorite, I've used garnet, moonstone and amethyst, some were round, some oval.

$85 for the pendant and $68 for the 18" chain (includes tax and shipping)

Hammered Hoop Chain
This light and sparkly chain is made from 3 sizes of hoops each made from a different gauge wire. The hoops are soldered together and then carefully faceted with a hammer to make it shimmer as you move. Definitely the most popular chain that I sell. This one measures 18" long and has a lobster clasp.

$81.00 or $4.50/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Cascading Heart Necklace
Each heart is hammered, shaped and soldered together to make a delightful chain for the heart lover, shown 18" long.

$250.00 or $14.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Graduated Sequential Necklace
A truly classic chain of understated beauty that can be worn with jeans or your best dress. I start with a large 12 ga. sequential link in the center and add 14 ga. sequential links on either side, then 16 ga. sequential links and finish the chain with several inches of 18 ga. sequential links to the desired length. This one measures 18" long and the center link is 1/2" wide.

$500.00 or $27.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Twisted Link Chain
Made by soldering sterling silver rings together to make a chain and then twisting them into tiny links. This is a light, versatile chain that may be worn alone or hung with a pendant. Measures 20" long with a lobster clasp.

$75.00 or $3.75/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Bow Knot Chain
A bow knot is made by wrapping oval loops with ultra fine wire in the center forming tiny bows. Each bow knot is joined by a jump ring making an intricate chain. Measures 21" long.

$250.00/ $12.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Organic Turquoise Pendant
This pendant is from my 'organic' line of jewelry, I always melt down scrap silver and reuse some of it but this year I've done that more often and used the resulting discs for many designs. In this case I've melted silver into a ball and flattened and rolled it to a usable thickness, I love the freeform shape. The turquoise cabochon is then bezel set and I've added some balls of melted scrap to the design. The melted ball theme carries over into the bail at the top too. Measures about 1-1/2" wide by 1-3/4" high.

$75.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Heart Necklace
A wonderful necklace for the heart lover, with the largest heart measuring about 2" wide by 1 1/2" high and the smallest heart measures about 3/4" all around. All handmade hearts and twisted links. Entire necklace is 21" long.

$250.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Oval Link With Double Jumprings
This is a great guy necklace (though I have worn mine as a bracelet for years), made from heavy gauge rings pulled into ovals and attached with double jumprings. Measures 19" long with a good size lobster clasp.

$124.00/ $6.50/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Swirly Dichroic Pendant
This amazing piece of glass came from one of my favorite glass artists - Carolyn Relei I love to set her glass, the colors are intense and my customers are always attracted to them. This piece has been sold but I'm offering the design anyway, you may choose another glass cabochon, I have many in stock or choose a real stone and I will set it for you in a similar fashion.

$75.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Barbed Wire Chain
Named by one of my customers for it's resemblance to barbed wire. The links are made from medium weight round wire and are adorned with beads and a tiny floating twisted link. Then the links are joined with a heavy jumpring. Measures 17" and includes a lobster clasp.

$136.00/ $8.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Sequential Necklace 18 gauge
You'll feel the quality of this necklace in it's heft and smoothness in your hand. The classic sequential design is beautiful and timeless. Measures 17" long with a lobster clasp. Shown oxidized but may be ordered shiny also.

$357.00 or $21.00/inch (Includes shipping & tax)

Dichroic Pendant Squiggle
Another awesome piece of Carolyn Relei glass, I feel that the glass is a piece of art and I make the frame. You may choose a stone or glass cabochon for this setting, please contact me for availability.

$75.00 (Includes shipping & tax)

Spiraling Chain
This graceful chain moves with you in a fluid motion, it's like wearing a piece of liquid sculpture. The width is 5/8" and the length measures about 24" allowing the chain to slip over your head. The clasp has been eliminated to maintain the spiral.

$425.00 (Includes shipping & tax)