Hand embroidered earrings using goldwork embroidery and hand beading techniques stitched onto a black merino wool blend felt base and backing.

Earring Hardware is sterling silver

Materials: colored copper goldwork embroidery wires, merino wool blend felt base and backing, sterling silver french wire hoops, sterling silver jump rings, glass bugle beads, glass seed beads

Size: approximately 2" wide x 1.5" long (5x4 cm)

The embroidery is delicate and should be treated with care. Do not wash or iron. Keep away from liquids and humidity to prevent tarnishing. Keep away from long fibrous materials to prevent the embroidery from entangling. Polish the jewelry hardware after wearing and store in a dry container.

Photos by Carly Owens  

Erie, Colorado.  Carly is a contemporary hand embroidery artist for fashion and interiors. She has a mission to preserve the art of hand embroidery and practice this craft in a manner that is mindful and ethical. "In an age where life and technology seems to be moving so fast, it is important not to forget the beauty of fine craft and the capability of the human hands."

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