Tube-Set Cuff BraceletNovember 2016 Sterling silver, cubic zirconia I've made similar capped cuff bracelets in the past, but decided to revisit the form when I started learning more advanced stone setting. The idea of punctuating the ends of the a cuff bracelet with tube set stones was appealing, and between that and the heft of the twisted wires shank this bracelet manages to be bold and subtle at the same time.

that He gave His only Son")

The stones are set in these cufflinks in an unusual five-prong setting

literally "nine dragons")

Continuing in the square/cubist theme

As I built up a library of 3D versions of the various motifs of the painting

While basketweaving may seem relatively simple

I created a tessellating pattern of baguette shapes

" The lotus blossom is a common motif in Chinese art and literature

I'm no wood turner and I don't own a lathe

instead of using Italian alabaster

in the courtyards of our God they will flourish

1 carats in weight