Crocheting with precious metals can be an exciting process that yields truly one of a kind jewellery. Our goldsmith Jamie, who won Best of Jewellery at Toronto Outdoor Art Fair this July crochets with sterling silver wire to make large smooth forms inspired by nests and oysters.
To crochet with sterling silver wire it must be annealed aka dead soft in order for it to be malleable enough to work with a crochet hook. Pearls are chosen as embellishment because they can be attached to the forms without any soldering (torch) involved – since the crocheted wire is so thin and delicate, it cannot withstand high heat.
Crocheted forms by Jamie Rosario – before forming with hammers.
Crochet pendant and earrings with freshwater pearls by Jamie Rosario.
In our shop, Pash Jewellery Design by Gillian Batcher also creates wonderfully intricate and playful pieces with crocheted wire. Come on by and take a look!
Crochet ring by Pash Jewellery Design
Crochet earrings by Pash Jewellery Design