Are you interested in taking a class with us at Jewel Envy? We have a couple 1 Day classes that will be running in November.
Check out our website at https://www.jewelenvy.ca/take-a-class/ for more information about our classes!
You can also visit us at https://www.jewelenvy.ca/register-online/2022-11/ to register.
Hello Everyone! My name is Serena Merucci and I am one of the new resident goldsmiths here at Jewel Envy. I am so excited to be a part of the Big Blue House here on Roncy and can’t wait to see what the future has in store for me here!
I graduated from the Jewellery Arts Program at George Brown College in 2019 and have spent the last few years working in different aspects of the industry but I have finally decided that it was time to pursue jewellery full-time!
Currently, my work focuses on exploring my Italian heritage l by incorporating traditional pasta shapes with elements of ancient Roman and Etruscan jewellery in order to create something truly unique and whimsical.
While pasta is my one true love, I also enjoy creating custom bespoke pieces for my clients that will hopefully turn into future heirlooms for the coming generations.
Lately, I’ve been loving the work of Kim Buck, a goldsmith and conceptual artist based in Denmark. His award-winning work playfully raised questions about the fundamental basis of jewellery and cultural values, and I find his mix of traditional gold smithing techniques and modern CAD technology to create wearable intricate rings, necklaces, pendants, brooches and objects really unique!
Buck’s work has been shown in various solo and group exhibitions and is displayed in museum collections around the world. He has owned his studio and gallery in Copenhagen since 1989.
Here are some rings from his ‘Puffed Up’ series (2011-2016), which I find especially amazing:
Welded from thin gold sheets, these rings have been literally ‘puffed up’ with hot air! To illustrating the risk of inflating ones ego, these rings will eventually wear and deflate with wear; this collapse will result in a series of uniquely formed signet rings, each one corresponding to its wearer.
We’ve had a busy day here at Jewel Envy. I’ve been chatting with people all day, took in some repairs, filled out some custom order forms, and some sales. I managed to snap and find some pics to reflect my day – Alexis
These sterling silver oak leaf studs are so comfortable to wear and go with everything. Come into the store to see the other leafy pieces by Aurora of Handmade Revolution.
In our classes at Jewel Envy we teach several ways to add texture onto metal transforming the surface. Check out some images below for descriptions of what is used to create texture
You can learn how to make a band ring in either a one day class, or as the first (of three) projects in our 8 week introductory fabrication; upcoming class dates:
Monday September 26th – 8 Week Introductory Fabrication
Saturday October 15th – One Day Band Ring
You can learn how to make a cuttlefish casting as the second of three projects in the 8 week casting class; upcoming class:
Tuesday October 18th – 8 Week Casting
You can learn how to roller print for the second of three projects in our 8 week introductory fabrication class; upcoming class:
Monday September 26th – 8 Week Introductory Fabrication
Visit our website to check our event calendar for dates, browse to see class descriptions, or drop by to see class samples in person.
Please note we are still requiring all class participants to show proof of full vaccination for COVID 19 at or before the start of class unless you have a signed medical exemption. For us this means 2 shots and any boosters that are recommended and available to your age group. Masks are also still required for the duration of the time spent inside Jewel Envy.
Toronto always has unique and exciting events going on through the summer, but we really get excited about the community festivals and fairs that happen in the fall.
This coming weekend (Sept 17th and 18th) marks our neighbourhood’s yearly celebration, the “Roncesvalles Polish Festival”. The organisers have planned a stage for our street, highlighting a tuba quartet, an Elvis impersonator, a pipe and drum band, plus a family DJ party. We are anticipating lots of music and a lot of fun just outside our doors, all weekend.
If you are planning a trip down to check out the festivities, you can be assured that we still require everyone to wear their masks inside Jewel Envy, and we will make sure that you have ample space for your shopping experience before we let in the next customers. If you have a big project you’ll need time to discuss, feel free to book a time this week, so that we can give you all of the time and attention required. We have lots to look at and try on, all made by our in house jewellers!
Whether you come down to Roncy to celebrate with us, or just to eat pierogies and watch some wonderful entertainment, we hope you have a safe, wonderful time.
by Alex Kinsley Vey
There is just something about a matching set.
Whether you are gifted matching earrings and a necklace, or you slowly put together a collection from a favourite artist, it’s just nice to accent an outfit or an event with pieces that go together.
At Jewel Envy, we have lines to mix and match, ready to go, or we can sit down with you and design the perfect arrangement of jewels to mark a special event.
