kristina malcolmartist, instructor, metalsmith, researcher✨ Looking to learn metalsmithing, set up your own studio, or commission something meaningful?✨
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✨ Handmade Sterling Silver Owl Pendant – Sunset Series ✨
Each of these enchanting pendants is handmade to order and meticulously hand-pierced with a jeweler’s saw, featuring a wise little owl perched among delicate branches. Crafted from solid sterling silver, the pendant measures approximately 1" in diameter, with a soft satin finish that beautifully highlights the intricate silhouette.
This pendant is part of my Sunset Series—pieces designed to evoke the look of a fleeting silhouette against a setting sun or rising moon. They capture a brief, magical moment in time when nature pauses in quiet wonder.
The pendant hangs on a sterling silver chain in your choice of length—16", 18", 20", 22", or 24"—and is finished with a secure lobster clasp.
Because each piece is individually crafted by hand, please allow for slight design variations, ensuring every pendant is a truly unique keepsake.
A tender tribute to woodland mystery and nocturnal grace, this pendant is perfect for everyday wear or as a heartfelt gift for lovers of nature’s serene moments.
🌿 Details:
Handmade to order; slight design variation expected
Part of the Sunset Series: silhouettes against sun or moon
Hand-pierced owl design
1" handmade sterling silver circle
Sterling chain length of your choice: 16", 18", 20", 22", or 24"
Lobster clasp closure
Carry a touch of moonlit forest magic and sunset calm wherever you go. 🌙🦉
✦ Crafted to order — your piece will be ready to ship in roughly one week.
Woodland Whispers is a delicate cuff that feels like it was plucked straight from a fairytale grove. Hand-etched mushrooms grow along the sterling silver band, tiny fungi dancing in a quiet forest scene. At the center sits a soft, glowing moonstone — a tiny piece of captured moonlight to carry with you.
Sized for small wrists, the cuff is slightly adjustable for a comfortable fit. It’s a perfect talisman for nature lovers, dreamers, and anyone who finds magic in the undergrowth.
✦ Thoughtfully packaged and ships in 3–5 days.
Salt Water Etching Kit — for the love of etching & texture
Turn line, letter, and texture into metal—cleanly, safely, and with gorgeous control. This kit is built for makers and classrooms who want crisp, repeatable salt-water etches (no acids), USB-C-powered convenience, and big, real metal to play on.
Made to order: please allow ~2 weeks for production before your order ships.
Why this kit rocks
Clean, even etch: large 18-gauge copper anode stays flat and distributes current evenly for tidy edges.
Real canvas: a full 6″×6″ 18-gauge copper sheet to explore handwriting, stencils, textures, and bold linework.
Simple power: 5V USB-C or DC Power Adapter. Choose your power. Pro has variable DC Power Adapter.
Maker-forward tooling: paint-marker resist, electrical tape,
A pre-wired clip leads,
A tiny Hardware Pack for hang holes and clever fixturing.
Clear Quick-Start: PDF (CORE) or a full-color booklet (PRO).
What’s in the box
Metals
Workpiece: 6″×6″ copper, 18-ga
Anode: Large copper anode, 18-ga (durable, reusable)
Electrolyte & Connections
3/4 cup salt (for saturated brine)
DC power adapter variable voltage
Marking & Masking
White oil-based paint marker (clean, opaque resist)
Electrical tape (backs, edge dams, quick masks)
Small Hardware Pack (grouped)
Bare copper wire — 1 ft
HSS drill bit — 1/16″
Guides
CORE: PDF
PRO: Full-color 12-page booklet with plastic sleeves
Container
Sterlite for etching and storage
Variations (pick your experience)
1) Core vs Pro
CORE — $129
Keep it lean.PRO — $159
All CORE hardware plus a full-color 12-page booklet with plastic sleeves and extra tips on resists, transfers, troubleshooting, and care.
Shipping: $19 three-day flat rate (contiguous U.S.).
Lead time:~2 weeks production before shipping.
Example timeline: order → ~2 weeks to make → 3 business days in transit.
2) Power (required — choose one at checkout)
USB-C Power Cable (Core)
Use any 5V USB port or power bank. Plug-and-play with USB cable.Wall-Converter DC Phone Charger (+ $8)
Prefer a wall outlet? (Pro)
Optional Add-Ons (listed below the product)
Jeweler’s Brass 6″×6″, 18-ga = $19 (make sure to add product to cart)
Extra salt top-up ½ cup = $3 (add product to cart)
Citric Acid 3T = $5 (add product to cart)
Built for texture lovers
Line that reads: from hairline scribbles to bold blocks, the resist lays down crisp.
Texture that sings: dab, hatch, stipple, or brush—your moves become relief.
Handwriting & keepsakes: transfer a signature or note and etch it forever.
Jewelry Lessons, Consultations & Custom Metalwork
Level up your skills from the comfort of your own studio.
This 3-hour private Zoom lesson is customized to your needs—whether you're a beginner looking for foundational skills or an experienced maker diving into casting, etching, finishing, or troubleshooting your home setup. We'll focus on your specific goals and materials, with real-time demos, Q&A, and clear guidance.
You’ll leave with confidence, clarity, and new tools for your creative practice.
🧲 Summer Special: Just $100 for 3 hours (regularly $120)
Flexible scheduling. Follow-up resources included.
Let’s make something just for you.
Whether you're dreaming of a one-of-a-kind ring, a meaningful pendant, a reimagined heirloom, or a piece that tells your story—I’ll work with you to design and create custom jewelry or small-scale metalwork that’s as personal as it is beautiful.
Each commission begins with a consultation to discuss your vision, materials, budget, and timeline. From there, I’ll provide a quote based on design complexity, materials, and labor.
💰 A $79 down payment reserves your custom project. The remaining balance will be invoiced upon completion.
Projects may include stones-in-place casting, recycled metals, or symbolic elements tailored to your intent.
Collaborations welcome. Symbolism encouraged. Surrealism optional but appreciated.
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