Lattices and Filigree

Brass "Lattice Pendant"

The filigree earrings I made (pictured above) have been popular recently. Since these earbobs remind me of a "Lattice pendant" crafted some time ago, I thought this would be the perfect time for an entry about lattices and filigree.

There's something charming about the delicate swirls and elegant wirework typically found in filigree. When I first discovered these diamond shaped filigree elements, I thought they called out for some great decoration. Initially, I made an earlier version of the earrings that  incorporated an aqua teardrop. However, the most recent incarnation of the design (seen above) uses a garnet colored tumbled stone.

Much like filigree, pierced designs-- like the "Lattice pendant" pictured above-- can incorporate great decorative elements. I was inspired to create this "Lattice pendant"  because of my attraction to angles and swirls of all types. Thus, what started out as an experiment in geometry culminated in the creation of this elegant rhombus.

How was the "Lattice pendant" made? The physical process involved drilling, piercing, sawing, soldering, and polishing by hand. Perhaps the next series of this type will involve multiple castings.Such mass production would  cut down on time and cost. Then in future collections, you may see more lattices from Cardallegiance with a few slight modifications to vary the design.

Cheers to beauty and all things swirly, delicate, and filigree! Check out the filigree earrings and new selections in the Cardallegiance Etsy shop.