Skillfully elaborated in intricate filigree by Thiva Boonnak, this brooch is a tasteful clasp for a shawl on a cool evening. 92.5% silver and 7.5% nickel Artisan Info: Thiva Boonnak speaks reflectively of her art amidst the scattered tools and the pieces in progress that fill her family's old-fashioned workshop. "Our region's designs are all special. Each one is unique and grandiose." Her soft words echo the proud sentiments passed on by her family generations before her. Thiva Boonnak tells how her father taught her and her brothers the silversmith craft, and how he showed them not only the technical, intricate skills, but also transmitted the smith's labor of love. With such passion flowing fro...  (less)

encased in 22k gold, it becomes an exquisite stickpin. Danai pays tribute to Thailand's extraordinary flora with his designs. Because natural blossoms are used, size and shape will vary slightly. Due to the flower's natural weight, pin in a vertical direction. Artisan Info: "My name is Danai Leosawathiphong. I was born March 20, 1949 in northern Thailand. My grandfather was a Chinese immigrant from the Canton province. He emigrated to Thailand at the end of the 19th century when he was in his early twenties. He was a very hard working person and set up a business by the Ping River. He traded goods all along the river and during that time he met my partner's grandfather. "I studied business and left fo...  (less)

lacy cuff reveals Yuli's love for nature. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: "My name is Made Yuliawati, but people often call me 'Made' or 'Yuli' for short. I was born near Celuk village, which has been known throughout the world for hand-crafted silver and gold. "When I was little, I never thought I would work with silver one day. My mother is a silversmith. After finishing her housework - like cooking, cleaning the house and making offerings - she spent the rest of the day working with silver. It was she who taught me the art. Over one year, I learned to handle silver and I enjoy the work. I was really excited to put tiny silver pieces together and create new designs. "Silver work did not keep...  (less)

in sterling silver by Made Sriasih. The brooch evidences the traditional Balinese stylizations, and Sriasih presents it in a batik covered box, lined with velvet and finished with palm leaf thread. The box also features a mirror. Called Jepun in Balinese, the flower's ephemeral beauty makes this brooch a stylish complement to a sophisticated outfit. .925 silver. Artisan Info: Made Sriasih was born in Bali on April 14, 1964, in a village long renowned as the island's center of silver production. Her father was one of the senior silversmiths, well trained in the jewelry arts. This skill was passed on to his daughter, Made, from the time she was 12-years old until she got married. She learned how to selec...  (less)

in silver, adding gleaming circles. A faceted garnet centers the novel brooch. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: "I was born in a Balinese village as the second of four children. Ketut Darna is my father's name and my mother is Made Rastiti. "When I was in elementary school, my uncle, Wayan Darsa taught me how to make silver jewelry for almost a year. My father is a silversmith and has joined a group of silversmiths in our village, which aims to preserve and develop art and silver craft there. However he never wanted me to work on silver before I finished school. 'Focus and finish your studies, and then you can be whatever you want to be,' said my father. But his ultimatum couldn't stop me from lear...  (less)

a blossoming Thai flower. Thiva Boonnak demonstrates lessons learned from her father, who taught her that true art depends not only on talent but also on passion and dedication. This versatile piece includes a small ring on the back and can also be used as a pendant. 92.5% silver and 7.5% nickel Artisan Info: Thiva Boonnak speaks reflectively of her art amidst the scattered tools and the pieces in progress that fill her family's old-fashioned workshop. "Our region's designs are all special. Each one is unique and grandiose." Her soft words echo the proud sentiments passed on by her family generations before her. Thiva Boonnak tells how her father taught her and her brothers the silversmith craf...  (less)

beauty of peacock's tail. The exotic Balinese flower is elegantly rendered in sterling silver by Made Sriasih who infuses in this brooch the traditional stylizations of Balinese artistry. Sriasih presents the brooch in a batik covered box, lined with velvet and finished with palm leaf thread. The box also features a mirror. A touch of Balinese chic for a fashionable attire. .925 silver. Artisan Info: Made Sriasih was born in Bali on April 14, 1964, in a village long renowned as the island's center of silver production. Her father was one of the senior silversmiths, well trained in the jewelry arts. This skill was passed on to his daughter, Made, from the time she was 12-years old until she got married. She lear...  (less)

pistils moving to a transparent breeze. The exotic Balinese flower is elegantly rendered in sterling silver by Made Sriasih, who infuses in this brooch traditional Balinese stylizations. Sriasih presents the brooch in a batik covered box, lined with velvet and finished with palm leaf thread. The box also features a mirror. A touch of Balinese vogue for a fashionable attire. .925 silver. Artisan Info: Made Sriasih was born in Bali on April 14, 1964, in a village long renowned as the island's center of silver production. Her father was one of the senior silversmiths, well trained in the jewelry arts. This skill was passed on to his daughter, Made, from the time she was 12-years old until she got married. She learned...  (less)

creates a beautiful brooch with a feminine, contemporary feel. He sets the pin with cubic zirconium in delicate shades of rose. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: "Hello, my name is Alok Jain and I was born on December 12, 1971. My family has been involved in the realm of handicrafts for many years now. I was barely 17 years old when I realized I was completely immersed in the creation of hand-crafted pieces, including sandalwood and brass items and jewelry, among others. "Lately, I have been much more involved in the design of jewelry. I'm inspired by nature hence you will find that most of my jewelry items feature natural motifs. "My journey into handicrafts has been great, yet the highlight came in 1995, w...  (less)

gift, for this unique gem represents friendship and courtesy. Sandra and Lily highlight rhodonite's unique glow in the design of this elegant silver brooch. .950 silver. Artisan Info: Sandra and Lily Indacochea are a mother and daughter team. Joined not only by family ties in common, they share a passion for art. They are both self-taught. It all began as a game, when Sandra's little boy (Lily's grandson) was sent to fine psychomotor therapy. They both became immersed in the manual training until they realized that it had become more than a game they shared with the little boy. They realized that if they let their imagination run wild and allow their talents an expression, they could create original works of art. Sandra and...  (less)

its distinct pink translucency. Sandra and Lily design an elegant brooch to accompany the mystical gem, creating an accessory of infinite grace. .950 silver. Artisan Info: Sandra and Lily Indacochea are a mother and daughter team. Joined not only by family ties in common, they share a passion for art. They are both self-taught. It all began as a game, when Sandra's little boy (Lily's grandson) was sent to fine psychomotor therapy. They both became immersed in the manual training until they realized that it had become more than a game they shared with the little boy. They realized that if they let their imagination run wild and allow their talents an expression, they could create original works of art. Sandra an...  (less)