The 1920s and the actress Anna May Wong were the inspiration for this gorgeous pair of danglers. Wong was the first Chinese-American movie star, and earned herself a portrait on the quarter.

These earrings are created using glass beads, sterling silver findings, and fine silver charms I have hand formed from precious metal clay. Both sides of the charm are textured to create visual interest any way you turn.

Precious metal clay is fine metal in clay form that is pliable and impressionable. Once fired in a kiln, the organic compound that bound the particles together is fired away, leaving only the fine silver behind. This process allows me the freedom to cut, shape, mold, and impress the metal to my liking. When I place dried clay into the kiln, then open the door to reveal fine silver in its place it feels like I’ve achieved alchemy!