The centerpiece of this necklace is made with vintage pocket watch parts, copper wire, I Ching coin charm, and brass propeller. Suspended from black leather and dark red cord. One of a kind assemblage art creation, designed and handmade in my private studio.
My first foray into the realm of steampunk rings, this piece features a 17-jewel wrist watch mechanism mounted on an adjustable brass base, accented with Art Nouveau-style filigree. A few of the gears do turn (the winding wheel and crown wheel) when the knob is wound, however it is not a working mechanism and does not tick nor operate in any other way. Measures 3/4-inch across (image is enlarged to show detail). The filigree and clockwork are not welded to the ring base, they are cemented with E6000, which is quite secure but not indestructible. Envisioned and constructed in my private studio, this item is one of a kind (OOAK) and has been sold.
This one-of-a-kind jewelry art item is made with stone, glass, a ceramic bead created by North Carolina artist Elaine Ray, chain, gunmetal, and European silver-plated wire. I use the term “spacepunk” because these pieces are inspired by two of my loves — STEAMPUNK and FIREFLY (a sci-fi cult-classic space western). Each spacepunk piece is a unique combination of materials, designed to look as if it were cobbled together from bits of space debris, and engine parts. Adornment is a human compulsion, old as history, and I imagine would continue if we settled the stars.
Small adornment features brass propeller (fan blades move when spun). Mounted on copper base, with bar pin back (not the tie tack kind). Measures 7/8-inch across. Designed and assembled in my studio. I might make more pins or jewelry items like this — or with variations on the same theme — if I can find similar materials, and if my schedule permits.
This necklace is a one-of-a-kind work of adornment art inspired by the 1960 classic Victorian sci-fi movie “Time Machine,” which was based on the H.G. Wells novel. Features faceted Czech glass beads, vintage pocket watch gear, copper and brass beads and findings. Time machine pendant measures 3/4 by 1-inch (enlarged below to show details).
I don’t know if I would consider this a steampunk piece, but I don’t think it would be out of place with a steampunk or Neo-Victorian costume. All of my pieces are made to the best of my ability, by my own hands, in my private studio. But as with any jewelry, it should not be subjected to rigorous treatment. Pulling, tugging, smashing, yanking, bending, or wearing during vigorous activity (such as at a busy job, hiking, or out dancing) is not recommended. This necklace does have small parts which could potentially catch on other articles of clothing or other jewelry. Please use care when wearing and storing.
This necklace is a one-of-a-kind work of altered art, created with a vintage wrist watch case, brass chain, faceted Czech glass beads, and painted pink and sparkly brass butterfly charm. Necklace is 17-inches long. Centerpiece measures 1-1/2 inches across (enlarged below to show details), and there is a small pane of glass encasing the butterfly.
Gizmo necklace features propeller and vintage pocket watch parts, on a strand of beige leather. Gizmo measures 1-1/2 inches across (image below is enlarged to show detail), and necklace is 20 inches long. Every steampunk piece is a one-of-a-kind unique creation, designed and assembled in my studio. No working watches were harmed in the making of this jewelry.
