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Inside the Jewellery Box

Hi Everyone! Corinne here writing directly to you in this blog post. As the owner, designer and maker here at A Silver Circle, one of the most frequent questions I get asked is, ‘You must have so much jewellery?!’ and the answer us always, ’no, not really’. As much as I love all of the pieces I make, I do not own all of them. So, today I am going to run you through what my jewellery collection looks like and how I go about selecting my jewellery for the day.

My jewellery collection is stored on a shelf surrounded by beautiful smelling body oil, cute travel ornaments which also double as earring stands and my go to hair accessories. I love having an inspiring little corner to find my favourite additions to any outfit.

My jewellery collection is made up of two types of jewellery pieces: Collection pieces and Samples/One of a Kind pieces. So they are separated into sections. Lets dive in!

COLLECTION PIECES

The below pieces are all from the current ASC collection.

RINGS

These are my constant companion. I rarely change them and don’t take them off so rings are the pieces that need to survive my lifestyle and go with everything i own.

Silver Hexagon Ring – I wear this ring on the ring finger on my right hand. It is the perfect one for this finger as it is a statement piece that is super light and easy to wear for all parts of my life. I once decided to switch it out but it made its return pretty quickly! It hasn’t left since then.

Circle Ring with Domes – This is the second one I have owned in this style. The first one was gifted to my beautiful friend Iris, as she was leaving to move back to her home town of Toronto, Canada. Easy to wear yet a statement piece, i move this one around a few fingers depending on mood.

Amazonite Ring – I have not taken off this ring since I first made it! I am actually still wearing the initial prototype for this piece and I absolutely love love love it! it is great to layer with my Twisted Ring and Hammered Ring, but can also work as a stand-alone piece. The calming energy of the stone is a great reminder to let things go, and an added bonus is that the colour compliments everything in my wardrobe!

PENDANTS

With pendants, i do swap them out, though i will usually have a staple piece for a few days that is shorter and then change it up with or without the addition of long chains.

Nava Deco Pendant – This piece was one that took me a long time to hone in on the design of. I had it floating around in my head and just couldn’t quite figure it out. Finally, it came into being and it has been a staple piece for me ever since. I adore the way it captures the light and has a nice movement to it. It is perfect framed when I wear my longer necklaces!

Islamic Stone Pendant – Simply put, I love this piece! I have a lot of shades of navy, turquoise, and purple in my wardrobe so the Turquoise stone always matches with my outfits. It also helps to soothe my ever-fidgeting hands to have something to play with as I rotate the stone around.

Ladder Pendant – This one is a bit of fun, and I wear it whenever I am feeling a little quirky! I love seeing people’s reactions when they realise what it is. It is so simple in its lines, yet still makes a statement with how much it pops against a solid colour top, such us with navy, teal, and maroon colours.

EARRINGS

Earrings are my go to piece to make an outfit. They can be the feature and these 3 are my go to pieces to make the outfit pop.

Maya Fan Earrings – This is from one of my more recent collections. Since its inception, I have been grabbing these as the ‘go with everything’ piece whenever I want an effortlessly stylish look. They are lightweight yet statement size and are great for day and night, so I don’t need to change when going to dinner from a day in the studio.

Islamic Stone Earrings – This is the only matching set I own. Personally, I have never been big on matching jewellery, but I adore this set with the Islamic Stone Pendant. I alternate between wearing them separately and together. This collection was created from my love to travel and architecture, and I am transported back to those places every time I wear them.

Geometric Earrings – I own the Hexagon shape of these, which match my ring from the same collection. I have had these for so so many years and they are still a go to favourite of mine. I love the sound they make! It is like having light, delicate wind chimes on my ears (not annoyingly so – trust me!). These are always a best seller and I am a big advocate as to why.

HAIR PIN

Small 2 Piece Hair Pin – I originally made the hair pins to tame my waist length locks and I didn’t realise how much I would love them at the time. I have this piece in both the Diamond and Teardrop shapes. This is a rarity for me to have more than one variation of an item. They are perfect for that half up, half down hairstyle when I want to get my hair out of my face.

HONOURABLE MENTIONS: I couldn’t put everything in, but I will mention a couple of other go to’s are the Teardrop Pendant with Figure (Reading Girl figure – she is me!), Blue Lotus Short Earrings, and the Textured Medium Ring (perfect in a ring stack).

SAMPLES AND ONE OF A KIND

Not many people realise what each collection piece goes through before they are put into production. I am always making samples or prototypes of my ideas once they have made it to the final design process. I will then wear each piece to test it for at least 2 weeks constantly to see if there are any practical issues.

Rose Quartz Heart Pendant – After having a particularly hard couple of weeks, I felt called to create a pendant with the Heart Chakra and healing in mind. When I got to the studio, I found this beautiful Rose Quartz (good for healing!) and the creation just flowed. This would usually take me a day or two to create and I finished it in 3 hours! It was truly meant to be.

African Blackwood Chain Earrings – I was gifted some rare pieces of African Blackwood from a friend and I knew I wanted to make something out of them, just like the above piece, it just flowed. These are a more statement piece that I love to wear with lots of colour. The chain movement is a lot of fun too.

Maya Oval Earring Sample – This just didn’t quite work for the collection, but as I do not own the collection version, this is a great go-to piece instead. The size and pattern were changed as the proportion wasn’t quite right for the collection. They are still super cute and go with everything.

Overall, it is so interesting how these pieces can become such a big part of our lives. I use my jewellery to express to the world who I am and what I love. Through colour and form, it is referring to where I have been and where I want to be.

I hope you all have enjoyed a little delve into my jewellery collection. I would love to hear your stories of how your ASC piece has become a part of your life. Share via our socials or via email asilvercircledesign@gmail.com.

xx Corinne

Christmas Made Easy!

That joyous time of year is among us! To make sure you enjoy every moment of Christmas this year we’ve arranged our pieces into an easy to follow Christmas Gift Guide to suit everyone’s budget and style.

This guide is inspired by the tiers of the Christmas tree with easy and thoughtful gifts for all the special people you’re celebrating with this year. We’ve done all the hard work for you… so sit back, relax and tick off that Christmas list quick smart!


Tier One:



Here are some simple and effortless gift ideas for that work for Kris Kringle, Friends or Stocking fillers that won’t hurt your Christmas spirit or your wallet! 


Studs: Textured studs ($55), Resin Square Studs ($55), Islamic Studs ($60)



These studs are gifts that add some extra colour and shine to any outfit. We have the minimalist Textured Studs, vibrant Resin Studs and the detailed Islamic Studs.


 Each of these are staples in the A Silver Circle staffs jewellery collection as they are easy to throw on and get out the door.

Layering rings: Plain Ring ($32), Twisted Rings ($32), Textured Medium Ring ($55)




All our delicate rings are essential for working hands and layering enthusiasts. Choose one or many, your loved one will find it easy to style it their way. Together we have the versatile Plain Ring, the intricate Silver Twisted Ring and the Textured Ring in different sizes.





Necklaces: Curved Bar Necklace ($45), Bar Link Chain ($50), Amethyst Stone Drop Necklace ($60)


These versatile piece are beautiful feature pieces on their own or worn in layers. The Curved Bar and Bar Link Chain add great detail and shine while the Amethyst Stone Drop Necklace adds colour and energy to any look.


Tier Two:



We’ve covered gift ideas for any type of friend, from sophisticated, playful to bohemian! Spoil your friends this Christmas with these more intricate pieces.



Earrings: Domed Pattered Earrings Long ($100), Organics Large Drop Earrings ($90), Textured Small Drop Earrings ($70)


Drop Earrings are an essential for your sophisticated friends! Here we have featured the elegant Domed Patterned Earrings, the unusual Organics Large Drop Earrings and the interesting Textured Small Drop Earrings.



Rings: Amazonite & Rhodonite Rings ($75), Roller Ring ($70), Square & Hexagon Rings ($90)

Here are some obvious choices to reflect the personality of the playful friend! Add a pop of colour with the Amazonite and Rhodonite Rings, the fun Roller Ring or the open shaped rings from our Geometric Collection.

Now do we hear you say ‘But I don’t know what size to order!’ Follow the sizing guide below or come visit us at our upcoming market stalls.



Ring Size Guide:
 There are a few options you have to work out your ring size. The first is to go into your local Jeweller and ask them to measure it for you, otherwise you can find a printable chart below in which you can use an existing ring as a comparison to find the size you require. The second option is the best for gift giving.




Necklace: Islamic Small Pendant ($110), Reversible Small Triangle Pendant ($85), Domed Patterned Pendant ($90)

Here are some thoughtful simple necklace options for those who like simple yet unusual in the family complimenting their existing collection. Including the detailed Islamic Pendant, the versatile Reversible Pendants (for both the silver and gold lover) and the textured Domed Patterned Pendant.




For the Men!: Hammered Ring Band ($110)
 and Thin Hammered Ring Band ($60)


We’ve got the perfect gift option for the guys too! The Hammered Ring Band is a bold and versatile masculine piece or the thinner version is for those who prefer a slimmer look.

Tier Three:



For all the stars at the top of your Christmas tree we’ve got plenty of thoughtful gift ideas for family, friends or that special someone.

Earrings: Geometric Earrings ($120), Islamic Stone Earrings ($135), Navajo Diamond Earrings ($220),

Spoil your sister or girlfriend with these lavish earrings! Choose from the creative Geometric Earrings, the ethnic Islamic earrings or the unusual Diamond Navajo Earrings.




Necklaces; Branch Necklace ($165), Islamic Stone Pendant ($165), Ladder Necklace ($135)

These pendants are made for the bohemian friend to embrace her inner gypsy. We’ve gathered the earthy Branch Pendant, the whimsical Islamic Stone Pendants and the quirky Ladder Necklace.

Rings: Circle Ring with Domes ($180), 9ct Gold Roller Ring ($275), 9ct Gold Thin Hammered Ring Band ($225),

We have some very suited ring gifts for Mum to show her your appreciation! Choose between the modern Oval and Circle Ring With Domes, the stylish 9ct Gold Roller Ring and the sophisticated 9ct Gold Thin Hammered Ring Band.

Hair pins: Small 2 Piece Hair Pin ($135)

The Hair Pins are an effortless and useful gift for family and friends. We have the Large and Small 2 Piece Hair Pin or the Single Hair Pin to accommodate all hair types.
 The Small 2 Piece featured here is our most popular and versatile.


For the Men!: Domed Patterned Cufflinks ($150) , Textured Cufflink ($110)



Cufflinks are an intriguing present for all the dads, brothers or boyfriends out there. The Domed Pattered Cufflinks are a interesting piece while the Textured Cufflinks are a classic.


We hope this Christmas Gift Guide has made Christmas shopping that little bit easier! If these pieces sparked some inspiration make sure you browse all the collections on our website to find the perfect gift for your loved ones. We wish you all a wonderful and joyful Christmas these holidays!



xx A Silver Circle Team

An Exotic Journey with the Islamic Collection

The Islamic collection takes you on a journey to an exotic place through intricate designs and vibrant colours. However, the collection itself has also been on a journey of experimentation and finding balance in ergonomics, shape and design. Corinne has always loved Islamic architecture, in particular the curves of the archways and the ornamental details which complement each other ceremoniously to create stunning architecture. From mixing different decorative elements, patterns and forms, the Islamic Collection has evolved many times to what it is today.

The Islamic Stone Pendant designs have matured the most. From originally featuring a top archway design to coming full circle to become the enclosed tear drop centred frame, it is today. Whilst the half frame mimicked the Islamic archways more closely, the precious stone could not be suspended as gracefully as Corinne had envisioned it. So extensions to the arch top was added to create structure around the sides. This structure led to a full Recycled Sterling Silver base which could completely encircle and support the revolving stone.

Corinne didn’t just want to draw on Islamic architecture for this collection, but also add a Native American tribal feel to her pieces. This is where the embellished patterns of crescent moons, arrows and dots shine. The design underwent many changes, as Corinne experimented with geometric shapes to create beautiful patterns. It was important to ensure that the detailed patterning, structure and stone harmoniously complimented each other to achieve balance. This mixture of cultural inspiration added an unexpected element to the collection, creating a boho vibe and gypsy style.

The Islamic Studs and the Islamic Small Pendant are the perfect pieces to add a delicate touch for a subtle and elegant look. Or layered with other pieces in this collection to draw attention and add interest to any look.

In this collection you will find 2 semi-precious stones featured. The turquoise stone was chosen to compliment the Native American Indian aesthetic and highlight the geometric shapes and lines. As well as provide protection and healing powers. Whilst the Amethyst stone emanates a softer, warm atmosphere to bring balance to the collection and provide its own unique healing qualities, especially for physical and emotional ailments.

The Islamic Stone Earrings and the Islamic Stone Pendants are the perfect statement pieces to bring a bohemian feel to any look. We love layering the Stone Earrings and the Stone Pendants with the Islamic Small Pendant to create an effortlessly elegant look.

We have loved taking this exotic journey and exploring different patterns and elements from around the world in this collection. We would love to see you embrace your inner gypsy and style these multi cultured pieces in your own way. Tag @asilvercircle on Instagram, wearing these unique jewels!