Welcome to my Eggshell Jewelry page.
These are handcrafted pieces of egg art which have been cut from the shell of an ostrich egg, designed using a wax and dye process similar to batik, then fashioned into the beautiful finished jewelry pieces you see here.
Each piece is created individually, and when I do make multiples of the same design, there may be slight variations from the pictured piece.
My specialty is Pysanka Jewelry, featuring designs from the traditional Ukrainian Pysanky Egg art form. Other design inspiration comes from various sources: Mexican folk art, Native American pottery patterns, Oriental print block design, traditional Quilt patterns and (of course) Mother Nature.
To compliment my eggshell jewelry I use only Sterling Silver settings, bails, earring wires (pierced ears only), and necklace chains, unless otherwise indicated. Measurements indicated are of the entire piece, taken at width or height (whichever is greatest), and includes any setting. The necklace chains are 20 inches long. I also have 18 inch chains available if you prefer.
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RED SNAKE ON BLACK
Original Design
Pin & Earrings Set
$40.00
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BLACK SNAKE ON RED
Original Design
Pin & Earrings Set
$40.00
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BLACK SNAKE ON BLUE
Original Design
Pin & Earrings Set
$40.00
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THREE WINDOWS BLUE
Traditional Design
Pin 1-1/2 x 1"
$20.00
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THREE WINDOWS RED
Traditional Design
Pin 1-1/2 x 1"
$20.00
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THREE WINDOWS NECKLACE
Traditional Design
Pendant 1-1/2 x 1"
SOLD
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WHITE WHEAT CROSS
Traditional Design
Necklace & Pendant 1-1/2"
$20.00
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WHITE WHEAT CROSS
Traditional Design
Pierced Earrings 1-1/2"
$30.00
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PURPLE ANGEL
Country Design
Necklace & Pendant 1-1/2"
SOLD
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SOUTHWEST CROSS
Original Design
Necklace & Pendant 1-1/2"
$20.00
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SOUTHWEST CROSS
Original Design
Pierced Earrings 1-1/2"
$30.00
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INDIGO ANGEL
Country Design
Necklace & Pendant 1-1/2"
SOLD
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WELCOME PINEAPPLE
Original Design
Necklace & Pendant 1-1/2"
$20.00
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SOUTHWEST CROSS
Original Design
Necklace & Pendant 1-1/2"
$20.00
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THREE WINDOWS BLACK
Traditional Design
Pin 1-1/2 x 1"
$20.00
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BLUE ONION FLOWER
Country Design
Oval Pin 2"
SOLD
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FLAG HEART
Country Design
Dangle Pin 2"
$25.00
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SEA TURTLE
Original Design
Dangle Pin 2"
SOLD
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Ostrich Eggshell Jewelry
A bit about the process: This unusual jewelry is completely handmade and individually designed. A shell piece is cut from a whole ostrich egg, and the design is lightly drawn on with a pencil. Next, I fill in the colors using a batik-like process of wax and dye. The backs are filled and the front is coated with a hard clear finish for protection and strength, and to bring out the colors.
My eggshell jewelry is fairly sturdy. It will not break with regular handling and wear, although I do not recommend immersing it in water. The surface can be rubbed with a soft cloth and will not scratch. With normal handling your eggshell jewelry will look beautiful for many years.
Each piece is signed, and your Ostrich Eggshell Jewelry will arrive in a gift box.
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