Mens jewelry Chainmaille mens bracelets in sterling silver Roundmaille wave. Mens fashion by Arctida

Here is another addition to my mens jewelry collection, this time I tried a new chainmaille wave called Roundmaille. It is thicker and more massive than all the other chainmaille waves I've tried so far but it is still a bracelet with clean lines and crisp, minimalistic look.

 

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Mens jewelry Chainmaille mens bracelets in sterling silver European 4-in-1 wave. Mens fashion by Arctida

I was going through my mens jewelry collection and realized that I haven't showed you one of my popular designs - *Dionysos*.

For this bracelet I use European 4-in-1 chainmaille wave. European 4-in-1 is most famous for being the weave used in European knights' armor. Each hefty, 18 gauge sterling silver ring is hand coiled, hand cut, and polished smooth before weaving the bracelet, heavily oxidizing and again polishing to a high shine. It’s finished with a tube clasp for easy, secure fastening.

 

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Electra - Gemstone hoops. Rock Crystal Clear Quartz hoop earrings in oxidized sterling silver. Handmade jewelry by Arctida.

It's been 3 years since I've made my second DIY jewelry tutorial. Over these past 3 years I've made several different variations of gemstone hoops with different metals and gemstones. So here is the latest variation, this time with Rock Crystal Clear Quartz hoop earrings and oxidized sterling silver. Inspired by winter, ice and frost...

 

Do you want to make a pair of hoops like this your self? Here is my tutorial for Ruffled Hoops earrings!

Mens necklace Spiral chainmaille necklace in sterling silver. Mens jewelry by Arctida

Here comes the latest addition to my mens jewelry collection. This time it is a massive spiral necklace for men in sterling silver. I've chosen a classic Spiral chainmaille weave pattern for this one.

Chainmaille is an ancient art of weaving together individual rings to create simple and elegant jewelry. Each sterling silver ring is hand coiled, hand cut, and polished smooth by me before weaving the chain and again polished to a high shine. It’s finished with a simple lobster clasp for easy, secure fastening.

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Mens necklace Byzantine chainmaille necklace in sterling silver. Mens jewelry by Arctida

The Valentines day is approaching fast and so it is time to add some pieces to my mens jewelry collection. This time it is a massive chainmaille necklace for men in sterling silver. I've chosen a classic Byzantine weave pattern for this one.

Chainmaille is an ancient art of weaving together individual rings to create simple and elegant jewelry. Each sterling silver ring is hand coiled, hand cut, and polished smooth by me before weaving the chain and again polished to a high shine. It’s finished with a simple lobster clasp for easy, secure fastening.

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Swirly jewelry. Mystic Quartz Mystic Topaz Aurora Borealis Swarovski beads sterling silver set. Handmade wire wrapped jewelry by Arctida.

As I was telling you in my last post, I've been playing a lot with different swirl designs lately. So I thought I'll show you some of the custom orders I've done for a lovely customer who fell in love with my *Juno* pendant and wanted her own swirly jewelry.

The first one is a set of swirly earrings and necklace with Mystic Quartz and sterling silver.

 

 This pendant was made with Aurora Borealis Swarovski beads and sterling silver.

 

This necklace was made with Mystic Quartz beads and sterling silver as well.

 

Celtic Cross necklace chainmaille mens necklace in oxidized sterling silver. Mens jewelry by Arctida

Another addition to my Mens jewelry collection. This time I've made a sterling silver Cross pendant in chainmaille technique and threaded it with double stranded black leather cord to complete that tribal ethnic look. The pattern on the cross looks very Celtic to me so I've named my newest creation a Celtic cross.

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Asteria - Labradorite earrings oxidized sterling silver square hoops. Handmade Labradorite jewelry by Arctida.

I've been practicing my soldering skills and this time I decided to make some squares. So here are the results of my latest try - Labradorite earrings with oxidized sterling silver squares.

The earrings were entirely handmade by me. I carefully cut, filed, soldered and hammered each square link of the earrings. Gorgeous teal blue Labradorite briolettes were wire wrapped and added to the middle of design. The earrings are suspended from handmade earwires. All metal used is sterling silver. The silver has been oxidized to enhance the details and to achieve more of a mysterious antiqued look.

  

 

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Owl necklace solid copper owl pendant on leather cord. Handmade pagan style jewelry by Arctida.

Here is my latest piece of jewelry made of metal clay. This time I decided to try copper clay and make a pretty owl pendant.

I textured, polished, fired and polished again the pendant by hand. To highlight the texture I selectively applied patina and as a finishing touch I sealed with Renaissance Wax, a jewelry grade wax to preserve the colors and protect the pendant against further oxidation.The pendant is threaded with black leather cord and fastens with a solid copper lobster clasp and extension chain.

What is Copper Metal Clay? A unique form of pure copper (mainly composed of recycled copper particles) suspended in an organic binder. In this clay-like state it allows metal clay artists to form and sculpt metal clay by hand. When fired at high temperatures by torch or in a jeweler's kiln, the binder burns off and the metal particles are fused together. The result is a one-of-a-kind pure copper piece (99.9%).

Mens jewelry Chainmaille mens bracelets in sterling silver Box Chain and Full Persian waves. Mens fashion by Arctida

The Valentines day is approaching fast and I just realized that I haven't blogged about one of my best sellers for men! As some of you may know already, I love trying out new techniques but then again who doesn't, right :) and I have been working with chainmaille technique for a couple of years now. So this time I've made bracelets with Box Chain and Full Persian waves for my mens jewelry collection. These waves are close related and they produce more solid, bangle-like look yet they still have a certain flexibility left.

So here is one of my best sellers - Prometheus, sterling silver bracelet made with Box Chain wave. I name all my bracelets for men after Greek deities (I know, I know I'm a nerd :P ) and as this particular one, came out *in production* shortly before movie *Prometheus* went on screens, I couldn't resist that name, which probably makes me a double nerd *giggle, giggle, snort*. Oh and as you've probably noticed that gorgeous male model on the first picture, it is my hubby. I'm guessing he is part of the reason why this model is on of my best sellers, but psst! don't tell him that! :)

Full Persian wave

Chainmaille is an ancient art of weaving together individual rings to create simple and elegant jewelry. Each sterling silver ring is hand coiled, hand cut, and polished smooth by me before weaving the bracelet, heavily oxidizing and again polishing to a high shine. It’s finished with a simple lobster clasp for easy, secure fastening.

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Chronos - Chainmaille mens bracelet oxidized blackened solid Sterling Silver. Handmade chainmail jewellery for Men by Arctida

Father’s day is approaching fast which gave me a chance to extend my men’s jewelry collection. I’m continuing to explore Chainmaille and I cannot stop :) There so many waves and possibilities to connect those rings! And the result looks so differently with each wave! Also once the bracelet is oxidized and polished it gets that typical *male* look but while it is still pure silver it looks more feminine (IMHO).

So here are my latest two waves that I tried, the bracelets have been oxidized to give them a more masculine look. These are substantial, weighty and masculine pieces of jewelry for everyday apparel or a special occasion. They create a statement yet they are more flexible than a solid metal bangle.

Chain maille is an ancient art of weaving together individual rings to create simple and elegant jewelry. Each sterling silver ring is hand coiled, hand cut, and polished smooth by me before weaving the bracelet, heavily oxidizing and again polishing to a high shine. It’s finished with a simple lobster clasp for easy, secure fastening.

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Acorns and Oak leaf handmade necklace. Pearls Citrines asymmetric wire wrapped in sterling silver pendant. Nature inspired jewelry by Arctida

As some of you may know, I’m a molecular biologist, meaning that I’ve studied a lot of so called *green* biology (flora and fauna studies). And even thought I work in the lab I love anything to do with nature which is also my biggest inspiration source for all of my Art. So here is my latest nature-inspired piece - Acorns and Oak leaf handforged necklace made of Citrines, Pearls and oxidized Sterling Siver.

 
While browsing thru other types of handmade acorns I found this very cool tutorial on how to make felted wool acorns by Tonya Utkina. Aren’t they simply adorable :)


Oh and did you know that acorns and oak tree are sacred in many cultures and has long been seen as a symbol of strength and power. Because the acorn only appears on a fully mature oak, it is often considered a symbol of the patience needed to attain goals over long periods of time. It represents perseverance and hard work.

Ares - Infinity chain link mens bracelet in solid heavily oxidized Sterling Silver. Handmade Industrial chic for Men by Arctida

As we all probably know, today is the Valentine’s Day which usually means presents :) I don’t know about you ladies but I find it very troublesome finding gift for guys. Last year though I found a great handmade and practical solution for my hubby! Black fingerless gloves for him from Socksandmittens on Etsy and psst… they have more colors than black :) It was actually those gloves that gave me an idea to start my own jewelry collection for men, so thank you Tanya for inspiration :)

And on that note, here comes my second men’s bracelet – Ares, this design it is made of hand forged oxidized Sterling Silver infinity shaped links.

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Ruffled Gemstone Hoops earrings tutorial - DIY step by step wire wrapped jewelry instruction - My second tutorial!

My second tutorial is finally finished! It is now for sale in both of my Arctida shop!

With this tutorial you will learn how to make a pair of beautiful ruffled hoop earrings using wire and various gems and beads. The design can be adapted to include different size of ruffles, a mix of wire colors, beads and gemstones, making each one unique, yet if you need to make the same design over again, it can easily be done. In addition to earrings, you can use this technique to make bangles, pendants or brooches!

Here are a couple of variations of this design that I have already blogged about:

Electra - Labradorite and oxidized sterling silver hoops

Lenae - Peridot and copper hoops earrings

Nivi - Sterling Silver Hoops Earrings

Lenae - Contemporary style organic Peridot hoops earrings in solid copper. Handforged Jewelry by Arctida

This week EST challenge's theme was "Pumpkin and other autumn fruits" hosted by dinafragola.

As I’m still hooked up on my latest ruffled hoop design (Nivi and Electra earrings) I thought I'll try to make one pair in Autumnal fruits, harvest inspired colors. So here is my new pair of hoops: Lenae - Lime Peridot solid copper hoops earrings.

Do you want to make a pair of hoops like this your self? Here is my tutorial for Gemstone Hoops earrings!

Electra - Contemporary organic Labradorite hoops earrings in oxidized sterling silver. Handmade Jewelry by Arctida

Last week EST challenge's theme was "Stripes" hosted by Staroftheeast.

I decided to explore further my Nivi earrings design by adding some gemstone beads and creating visual effect of stripes. I think it came out pretty stripy, what ya think? :)

 Do you want to make a pair of hoops like this your self? Here is my tutorial for Gemstone Hoops earrings!


I love the way Labradorite beads flash with that intense Electric blue fire so I decided to name my new earrings - Electra :)

Mona - contemporary sculpted sterling silver pendant with green Agate, Quartz and Peridot. Handmade Jewelry by Arctida

A friend of mine saw my Harmonia necklace and totally fell in love with the central stone (Emerald green Quartz). So she decided that she wanted to have a pendant with the same focal except not as girly and formal in style but more contemporary and modern. So after a very long time playing around with designs here is what I came up with: Mona- contemporary sculpted sterling silver pendant with green Agate, emerald green Quartz and Peridot.