GabrielleMade

sterling silver jewelry, handcrafted in Oakland

Oakland, California | 59 Sales

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GabrielleMade

sterling silver jewelry, handcrafted in Oakland

Oakland, California 59 Sales On Etsy since 2009

0 out of 5 stars
(11)

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Last updated on Apr 25, 2016

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Gabrielle Lessard

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Gabrielle Lessard

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About

  • I start with silver sheet and wire
  • I use a rolling mill to emboss silver sheets with textures from brass plates and skeleton leaves
  • I cut and shape the silver with hand tools
  • I connect pieces by soldering with a propane/oxygen torch
  • I use a liver of sulfur solution to give the silver a patina

gabrielle | made handcrafted jewelry

My first “real” job gave me the opportunity to go into steel mills. I was overwhelmed by the rivers of glowing red metal and the scale and sheer physicality of the steel production process.

My work as a jewelry maker recreates that excitement on a miniature scale. I love working with metal because it combines immediacy with permanence – each stroke of the hammer changes its shape forever. Plus there’s something a little bit thrilling about handling a torch!

My favorite material is sterling silver, which can be transformed with patinas as well as in shape. I emboss patterns onto sheets of silver using a rolling mill, and incorporate the patterned pieces into most of my work.

I individually hand-craft each piece of jewelry in my house in Oakland, CA. I would love to make something for you!

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    I love the idea that someone would wear or give a piece I made as an expression of their personal aesthetic.

Shop policies

Last updated on January 12, 2014
Thanks for visiting my shop! I design and craft each piece of jewelry here in Oakland, California. Custom orders are always welcome.

Accepted payment methods

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Apple Pay
  • Klarna
  • Sofort
  • Ideal
  • Paypal
  • GiftcardAccepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I will repair any jewelry that is damaged in normal use. Sleeping in your jewelry, using it as a cat toy or cleaning it with chemical solvents are not normal uses.

I accept exchanges and repairs only; no refunds. Return shipping is at buyer's expense and buyer bears the risk of loss.

If you lose an earring I will work with you to create a replacement or convert the remaining one into a necklace.
Payment
I accept Paypal, credit and debit cards, and Etsy gift cards. California buyers will be charged sales tax on any items shipping into the state.
Shipping
Shipping rates shown are for USPS Priority service in the United States. Please convo me for rates on express or international shipping.
Additional policies and FAQs
I reserve the right to change my shop policies at any time. Any failure on my part to enforce any provision of my policies does not constitute a waiver of that, or any other provision.

That said - communication is important! If you are having trouble completing a purchase let me know & we can work together to resolve it.