Musing Metalsmith
Ginger's thoughts on the latest studio happenings and other musings....
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On the Art of Receiving
01 JulyImagine for a moment that you’re hot and thirsty (and someday you will be). There’s a ... -
Turning the Page on this Narrative Locket (video blog)
18 JuneCheck out this locket! I finished it recently, and my client presented it to his wife ... -
Stacked Earrings from Paper to Metal and Stones
17 MaySometimes the creative process is simple. Idea. Sketch. Making. Ta-daa! These are available in the shop ... -
Innovating the Ring on a Chain
16 MayWearing a spouse’s wedding band on a chain is not a new idea. But there are ... -
Long Lost Sibling
26 AprilI have the most clever clients! Here’s an email I received today: Hi Ginger! I put ... -
I’ll Be Getting Dirty For This One
10 AprilWhen I work with my clients to capture their personal narrative in a piece of jewelry, ...
Mini Portfolio
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One Night In June – custom engagement band
Custom engagement band in sterling silver and black diamonds… Ring texture created with earth from Portland OR where the couple met, and features 11 black diamonds because they met on 11th Avenue on a June evening… which led to the interior inscription “one night in June” on the inside of the ring shank
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We Are One – necklace in the flow series in sterling silver and copper
Custom necklace created with sterling silver and copper in the Flow series… “We are one” Features a hand-fabricated one of a kind pendant suspended on a handmade drawn cable chain in sterling silver
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Andi’s Book Locket – handmade sterling and copper neckpiece with photo
Andi’s Book Locket features a handmade sterling and copper book-style locket with a photo of the couple inside. It hangs from a handmade drawn cable chain in sterling silver. The front cover features a stylized monogram applique in copper over sterling.
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Fluid Connection His & Hers
Fluid Connection, His & Hers Hand forged and fabricated in sterling silver and copper, his & hers matching cuff bracelets
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Anastasia Necklace in Purple
Anastasia Necklace in Purple Features a hand-fabricated sterling silver chain and a bezel set rare purple labradorite centerpiece.
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Anderson Locket
Anderson Locket sterling silver, sapphire, photograph
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Special Lady Hinged Bracelet
Special Lady Hinged Bracelet with oxidized sterling silver, 14k gold, diamond
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Contempo Ring
Contempo Ring Hollowform sterling silver ring with 14K gold accents and amethyst
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Amber Vessel Neckpiece
Amber Vessel Neckpiece oxidized sterling silver, amber
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White Wedding
14k palladium white gold wedding bands with forged texture
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Centeredness Necklace
Centeredness Necklace, in the Balance Series sterling silver, patina, labradorite
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Opus Ring
sterling silver, patina, 14k gold
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Amber Journey Bracelet
Sterling Silver, Copper, Amber, Client Narrative
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What clients are saying....
These folks know what it's like to work with me....
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I could not be more pleased with not only the final product, but my time spent planning my custom ring with Ginger.... I am so thankful to have found this incredible woman, and I'm honored now to not only call her my personal jeweler but also to call her my friend.
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I have used Ginger to design and then create two different pieces of jewelry for me……one, in particular, had very special significance to me. She is wonderful in every respect…..she listens, gives feedback that helps guide the process from start to finish (even when you are not quite certain what you are looking for). She […]
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Working with Ginger couldn’t have been more timely. She pulled through in a huge way! Let’s go back a few months… My wife, Amber, had shown me a picture of a locket Ginger had made, and I was instantly impressed with the craftsmanship of it. I took note and stored the picture away to look […]
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My mom came to visit me this weekend and brought the ring that you made for me. I love it! The ring itself is the perfect width and I love the slight irregularity with the surface. The birds are awesome and I love how subtle and simple they are. Everything about it is perfect. Thank […]
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Ginger truly has the innate ability to really listen to what we want and pull the best out of us....
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My Work is Green
From recycled metals to conflict-free gemstones, I am committed to being a responsible citizen on this planet. After all, it's our only place, and I want my studio and my work to contribute to and not deplete our natural resources and our people.
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Choice Metals – My Favorites and Why
As a metalsmith, I could talk metals all day. I am often asked which metal I prefer and why. Here's my abridged manifesto on my favorite metals....
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It’s Personal: Thoughts On the Narrative Power of Jewelry
Jewelry is a storyteller. Think about it. There are so many examples in history and literature of a piece of jewelry carrying with it a powerful narrative.
