The Sunday Times: Issue #38

We are just 6 days away from the release of the last collection of the year, Paradiso Part II.  I've been busy photographing, pricing, and listing all the rings, while also fabricating some earrings, necklaces, and pendants that will make great gifts!  In this week's issue I'll show you some of those giftables as well as an overview of the whole Paradiso Collection, Parts I and II.

So pour yourself a cup of tea and get comfy.

"Every beloved object is the center point of a paradise."

- Novalis

PARADISO II RINGS

TEN RESPONSIBLY SOURCED HEIRLOOMS

This collection really pushed me outside of my comfort zone.  All but two rings were completely new designs for me with new silhouettes, techniques, and finishings.  I allowed myself to have more fun and tried to not be afraid of being a little bit more literal with my inspiration interpretations.  Below I'll spotlight the new rings that I debuted on IG this past week:

Above are two of the stones I sourced from Tatum Gems this past February in Tucson, a pear cut tourmaline and a sweet oval Montana Sapphire.  I tried a new texture on both the settings and bands inspired by grosgrain ribbon and neoclassical furniture - I love how it came out!  I'll be offering this texture on bands without stones, too!

This shield sapphire from Sorbet Sapphires was a huge hit with you all!  Its opalescence is electric - it goes from a deep teal in natural light to a bright blue in indoor lighting.  It has a fluted prong setting and scrolled shoulders.

Lastly, I'm excited to debut this ring here in the newsletter- it's a mint green asscher cut Nigerian mint beryl sourced from Agere Treasures.  It is set similarly to the grossular garnet from last week's issue.

PARADISO ALL TOGETHER

PARTS I AND II UNITED

One of the reasons I dislike doing two parts to a collection is that I never get to see them all together in real life. The first collection's rings are all long gone (thankfully!) by the time the second is finished. Thanks to photoshop, however, I can at least have the pleasure of digitally seeing them together.

These rings have all been photographed and priced now, so if you need to know any details ahead of the launch, feel free to respond to this email or reach me by DM.