I heart SPOONING

It's true! Spooning! Not just something fun to do to keep warm through those long dark winter months. By which of course I'm referring to the fiery glow of one's silversmithing torch ;)

Yes beauteous readers I have only gone and made my very first ever silver spoon. And I'm really rather pleased with it even if I do say so myself.

And so, I could tell you about my process, I could share the pitfalls of the design. I am very happy to do these things, but on this occasion I'm going to put my metal where my mouth is and let the spoon do the talking (pictures galore below).

The one thing you need to know is that this was inspired by my very dear & wonderful friends who created something much more precious out of love - their firstborn son - to whom this piece is dedicated and belongs.

Peace, love & spoons all. SSx

The JOY of making for friends :)

Q: What's better than making silver jewellery?

A: Making silver jewellery for loved ones

True story! 

One of my dearest and most utterly fabulous friends has just got married. It was a beautiful and sunny day, the venue decked out in a host of vibrant daffodils and ranunculus. The bride was breathtaking in an elegant gown and pin curled hair. The moment she walked in the room brought a tear to my eye. The groom had a big green van and was presented with a welcome to the family sausage hanging device! Everyone joined in a rousing rendition of 'Fly Me to the Moon'. Guests enjoyed games on the lawn after the ceremony, a gourmet picnic dinner and a whole lot of dancing :) 

And I need to obtain the recipe for the chocolate mousse!

But the best bit?

I made a wedding band for my friend :) 

I even got the size right! ;)

I haven't got pictures of the actual ring, which is currently enjoying all the surprises of being on honeymoon and newly married life. Perhaps the bride or her super talented photographer sister will oblige us with a couple of pictures in due course...?!

Meanwhile I can share a couple of pictures of the prototype which is very similar - a fine hammered d wire band...

I can't recommend making something so special highly enough. Made with love. A joy and a privilege!

SSx

ps. See here for the crazy fun times we had on the hen do! ;)

pps. Any of you guys have any silversmith love stories to share?!