Honeybees Jewelry Set: Enamel Painted Art Glass, Sterling Silver Chain

$589.00
Honeybees Jewelry Set Enamel Painting on Glass OOAK Jewelry Gift for Women, Unique Gift Idea for Her, Bohemian Style Statement Jewelry

This pendant features hand painted Honey Bees on a honey comb! I painted the image in layers with glass enamels on honey tinted kiln formed art glass. The bottom layer of this piece has fused dichroic art glass to provide a beautiful shimmer. This piece is one of a kind. (OOAK)

Process:
I begin my paintings by preparing the glass. I cut a piece of glass slightly larger than the pendant or earrings that I would like to create. I paint the image directly on the surface. It can be painted all in one sitting or it can be completed in layers if the design is complex. In this case, each layer is fired ( aprox. 1500 degrees) to solidify the bottom layer before more enamel is added. Otherwise, the pigment in the bottom layer can be disturbed, altering the saturation of color or the image quality.
After the image is fired and cooled, the painting is permanent and will not rub off. Then, the excess material is cut away with a diamond abrasive saw, giving the piece it's final shape and size. Additional sanding and finishing is required to make the edge beautifully finished.

The bubbles you see within art glass designs are often described as “champagne” bubbles and are a characteristic of kiln formed glass.

Wire wrapped with Argentium Sterling Silver wire. A small groove is ground along the edge of each piece of glass using a diamond disk. This grove provides a space for my wire setting.

Please NOTE:
This pendant is attached to a Sterling Silver decorative chain with a large lobster clasp.

Nickel Free.

Not sure about the size of the chain? Order a 3" chain extension here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/817687401/3-chain-extension-with-jump-ring?ref=shop_home_active_24&frs=1

Measurements are approximate. Colors may vary based on monitor calibrations.
Honeybees Jewelry Set Enamel Painting on Glass OOAK Jewelry Gift for Women, Unique Gift Idea for Her, Bohemian Style Statement Jewelry

This pendant features hand painted Honey Bees on a honey comb! I painted the image in layers with glass enamels on honey tinted kiln formed art glass. The bottom layer of this piece has fused dichroic art glass to provide a beautiful shimmer. This piece is one of a kind. (OOAK)

Process:
I begin my paintings by preparing the glass. I cut a piece of glass slightly larger than the pendant or earrings that I would like to create. I paint the image directly on the surface. It can be painted all in one sitting or it can be completed in layers if the design is complex. In this case, each layer is fired ( aprox. 1500 degrees) to solidify the bottom layer before more enamel is added. Otherwise, the pigment in the bottom layer can be disturbed, altering the saturation of color or the image quality.
After the image is fired and cooled, the painting is permanent and will not rub off. Then, the excess material is cut away with a diamond abrasive saw, giving the piece it's final shape and size. Additional sanding and finishing is required to make the edge beautifully finished.

The bubbles you see within art glass designs are often described as “champagne” bubbles and are a characteristic of kiln formed glass.

Wire wrapped with Argentium Sterling Silver wire. A small groove is ground along the edge of each piece of glass using a diamond disk. This grove provides a space for my wire setting.

Please NOTE:
This pendant is attached to a Sterling Silver decorative chain with a large lobster clasp.

Nickel Free.

Not sure about the size of the chain? Order a 3" chain extension here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/817687401/3-chain-extension-with-jump-ring?ref=shop_home_active_24&frs=1

Measurements are approximate. Colors may vary based on monitor calibrations.