Leaf and Bud Earrings - Long Wire summer

Leaf and Bud Earrings - Long Wire summerGazanias are a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae. They are native to southern Africa, particularly in areas with sandy soils and low rainfall. Gazanias are known for their showy, colorful flowers that open during the day and close at night or in cloudy weather. However, it was the unique shape of their leaves that first caught Michael's eye. Gazania plants have elongated, stem like leaves that can grow to over 4 inches long.

The Petunia brooch celebrates the vibrant beauty of one of nature’s most beloved flowers

which grow from vines that can reach over 10 feet tall

25" L x 2" W

the leaves flutter incessantly in the wind because of their uniquely flattened stems

Materials: The Cranberry brooch is cast in hand patinated bronze and accented with cranberry freshwater pearls

Sterling silver ear wire with 24K gold accents

Italy and in milder climates in the US

one cannot help but look out into the disappearing horizon and be humbled by the wonder of life that lives below the surface of the sea

Measures: 16" adjust rolo chain

Measures: 18

providing a link to both nature and tradition

The Pussy Willow's soft silky buds find their name catkin from the Dutch diminutive of cat