Recent Work

A few new pieces as of late.

The first to show is this beautiful rose cut ruby engagement ring I recently had the honor of making. Set in shining 18K white gold, a hefty bezel surrounds the stone, which sits on top of my waving, organic shaped Rugged band.

Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.

Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.

Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.

Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.

New ring boxes with my logo. I am expanding my branding to all my packaging. I will be using the fleur in my logo more and more instead of my whole logo that encompasses my name.
These awesome boxes are perfect for popping the question and are
included in any purchase of $250 or more.

Also on the way are new 'jewelry care' cards that give tips on how best to care for your new jewelry, which will go in every package.

My new ring boxes.

 

Moonstone, beautiful moonstone. Now offering both 14K yellow and 14K white gold options, in the original 'dainty' size and an upgraded more substantial metal size. I can also custom make these in 18K white or yellow gold, too!

 

Rose cut rainbow moonstone in 14K yellow and 14K white gold.

Rose cut rainbow moonstone in 14K white gold.

Obsessed. With. Rings.

May, June 2014

Forever obsessed with rings. Newest additions to the collection.

(and as always, each lovingly handmade entirely from scratch)

Available at www.ericafreestone.com or http://ericafreestone.etsy.com

 

// R U G G E D \\

I'm so excited to announce the release of my new // Rugged \\ collection of wedding bands and stacking rings.

 

// Rugged \\ Set of two. Sterling Silver and 14kt Yellow Gold Stacking Band Set
https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742849/rugged-set-organic-textured-14-kt-yellow?ref=shop_home_feat_1

As I set out to plan a new series, the image of a woman on a mountain top kept surfacing for me. She stands, overlooking a valley, above a hazy grey stream, her long dark hair licking the wind while she stands in profile among the tall golden grasses. As this dream kept coming back to me I imagined the kind of ring that might represent her, this rugged yet graceful woman on the mountain. The kind of ring she might like to wear. For me the answer was something simple yet not meticulous, unique and individual, a touch spontaneous yet thoughtful and selective.

// Rugged \\

Inspired by nature's imperfect perfection, each ring is individually carved in wax--no two are alike as I use no mold--giving each its own unique character and individuality. I then cast in house in limited quantities in my home gallery at Sun Studios.

I just listed the sterling silver, 14 kt yellow gold, and the set of both up on my etsy site and am working hard at listing the dark blue sapphire crescent moon later this afternoon.

The collection is slowly growing and evolving, and I will be adding diamonds and more flush set faceted stones as options for these unique and easy-to-fall-in-love-with rings. I am currently in the process of creating a men's band to match in a wider width, and will be setting a delicious row of 1pt diamonds in the 14kt yellow band.

I would love any ideas on how to grow the collection--what do YOU want to see as part of it? Please share, inquire, daydream, and imagine.

As always, I'm hoping this update finds you all well, healthy, loved and loving, creative, and full of wonder for this beautiful world that surrounds us.

Sincerely,
Erica

Erica Freestone on Etsy
www.ericafreestone.com

 

// Rugged \\ Stacking Wedding Band Set of Sterling Silver and 14kt Yellow Gold Band Rings
https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742849/rugged-set-organic-textured-14-kt-yellow?ref=shop_home_feat_1

// Rugged \\ 14 K Yellow Gold Organic Texture Band Wedding Band Stacking Ring
https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742439/rugged-organic-textured-14-kt-gold?ref=listing-shop-header-2

// Rugged \\ 14 kt Gold Organic Rustic Textured Wedding Band Stacking Ring
https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742439/rugged-organic-textured-14-kt-gold?ref=listing-shop-header-2

 

// Rugged \\ Woman's Wedding Ring Stacking Band Sterling Silver Handmade Artisan Jewelry
https://www.etsy.com/listing/187741763/rugged-organic-textured-sterling-silver?ref=listing-shop-header-1

// Rugged \\ Crescent Moon Sapphire Engagement Ring Stacking Ring 14kt yellow gold sterling silver
www.ericafreestone.com

 

Snippets...in May

It's been a wonderful couple months since my last check-in here at this somewhat deserted blog...for those of you who keep up with me here, I appreciate you very much and I'm sorry it's been so slow!

I have been very busy with many custom orders for lovely clients as well as growing my etsy page and website with more made-to-order and one of a kind pieces. Some of my favorites for the websites are the Blossom Ring and the Numerology Ring. Growing up in my Mom's flower shop has almost certainly inspired the flower-themed designs I have in my collection, and a recent custom ring I created for a sweet lady down in Florida enticed me to offer a stacking ring completely customizable for a double-digit number of choice. This ring is catered to those who love numerology, but it could also be the year of your marriage, graduation, or a lucky number.

Blossom Ring
Made to Order in custom sizes.

Numerology Ring
Personalized ring made to order in custom numbers and sizes.

Outside of the internet, life in the real world persists, and Sun Studios (my home gallery) has been a lovely venture and location for my jewelry and creative spirit. I adore being amongst fellow artists and have been utterly inspired, humbled, and gently nudged into new pathways since my move in February. The biggest changes, surely, have been my new work with yellow gold and (!!!) diamonds, faceted stones, and an exploration into the fine jewelry world...

18kt Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver ring with flush-set sapphire.

18kt Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver engagement ring with bead-set diamond.

...Although my silversmithing roots are never far away. It's too hard to resist a gorgeous agate cab...

Confetti Agate Statement Ring (Private Collection)

However, there might be a nice compromise in rose-cut gems, like this beautiful pink tourmaline rose cut I set in my 'As One' series bangle bracelets.

Pink Tourmaline Rose Cut 'As One' Bangles
http://ericafreestone.mysupadupa.com/collections/wrists/products/as-one-bangles

I've also taken a small collection of work to Casa del Soul in Carmel Valley Village, where the extraordinary Linda Jacobs curates a lovely smattering of beautiful pieces fit for a queen. Linda hosted a successful Trunk Show earlier this year in which I participated, and I was thrilled to be offered the chance to sell my jewelry in her store full time.

Trunk Show display at Casa del Soul.

Trunk Show display at Casa del Soul.

Other than that, my friends, my life continues to amaze me, excite me, and challenge me into new thought-paths. I could not be happier and hope that this blog finds you exactly the same.

Much love and many wishes for creativity and inspiration,

Erica

Yes, Goddess earrings in green chrysoprase
https://www.etsy.com/listing/152019272/yes-goddess-earrings-sterling-silver?ref=shop_home_feat

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Kiera, my sleepy 'guard dog' at the studio.

Finding inspiration at the Monterey Marina by the fisherman's wharf.

Newbies...

Big Mouth Bass fishing in Carmel Valley