Randi Chervitz Jewelry

We admire jewelry that explores fiber

techniques in metal.

Jewelry created by Randi Chervitz

features fine-gauge sterling silver and

gold wire crocheted into the design,

transforming metal into a sense of fabric.
The linear fabricated framework of each piece

blends flawlessly with the

curvaceous, lacy needlework of the wire.

We appreciate her fine metalsmithing skills,
 delicate manipulation of fine metal wires, and
very selective choice of gemstones.


The repetitive, intricate, complex designs are stunning.
This cuff is a wonderful example of her work.
It's called "18K Wide Bamboo Cuff with 12 Diamonds,"
and features hand-crocheted yellow gold wire
with hand-set diamonds.

We also love this ring called
18K Wide Bamboo Ring with 5 Diamonds."
It has movement and intrigue.

These sweet little numbers feel delicate yet structured.
They're called,
"Skinny Rectangle Earrings."

And this solid, chunky square platform
makes a beautiful frame for a crocheted
nesting of pearls.

This one is named, "Square Top Ring," and

features a delightful assortment of freshwater pearls.

 

Here's another example of the underlying structure
that is a hallmark of this artist's work.
Called, "Grid Pin/Pendant," the hand-crocheted
silver wire clearly provides a lacy softness to contrast
with the rigid grid structure.
 

Mixing techniques from multiple disciplines

allows an artist's imagination to expand.

This artist's work delights us for her ingenuity
and original designs.
The effects are fabulous.

Enjoy!

Alice Sprintzen Jewelry

We love jewelry made by artists who
 have a sense of humor expressed
with a sense of style.

If they can recycle and repurpose

unwanted material destined to be

trash, and create something of

beauty at the same time,
that's even better.

Jewelry created by Alice Sprintzen

is made from found objects.

Things like broken toys, antiques, keys,
cameras, and smashed car parts all find
 their way to her delightful,
and whimsical necklaces.

Junk and trash are no longer unwanted bits

of nothing. They contribute to a greater

vision and become part of a
larger plan.

Using reclaimed and natural materials
in her jewelry designs, Alice creates
visually intriguing jewelry that combines
her love for the beauty of functional
objects and her sense of design.


Let's take a look at some
examples of her eclectic
use of found objects.

This piece is called 'Winged Victory'.

It's made with antique china doll legs,

a brass found object, sliced marble,
a clock key, sterling silver, and glass beads.

And this one called 'Cat' is made from

copper, turquoise, a brass drawer knob backplate,

a keyhole, sterling silver, an antique button,
and glass beads.

On her website, Alice clearly expresses her point
of view when she describes her work,

These objects speak to past experiences as well as an aesthetic sense of color, form, texture and design. As inveterate collectors and scavengers, jewelers revel in manipulating objects, presenting them in new contexts, giving new meaning to what may have previously been overlooked. The castaway is elevated to a place of honor, the mundane becomes precious and materials rusted, worn by age and discarded, are valued for their intrinsic beauty ..... Jewelry of this genre is an antidote to the wasteful, consumer oriented direction of modern life. It is a celebration of the inventive use of objects transformed. It challenges the viewer to take a fresh look at the ubiquitous mundane objects that can be appreciated if we only take the time to direct our attention in their direction.

We also love this one called

'Not by Accident II', made with a car tail light,

buttons, turquoise, sterling silver, and glass beads.

and here we have one called

'Completing the Circuit'

made with buttons, turquoise and beads, pearls,

computer parts, a plastic reflector, cast plastic pieces,

and sterling silver.

 

If we were ever stranded on a desert island,

we would want to have this artist stranded

along with us. There would be no doubt

that her sense of humor combined with her ability

 to create delight from objects that most

 consider trash would make the time

pass quickly and happily.

We see a life lesson inherent in this work,

namely to take whatever one finds in life

and make something better with it.

Improve it. And, ultimately, enjoy it.

Cheers!