Multi-media Collaged Earrings

This was meant as a proof-of-concept experiment, relatively unplanned, and no knowledge of how it would turn out (mmm deconstructing my perfectionism).

As part of my new adventure learning how to quilt, I have been trying different methods for making sentimental earrings using the fabric in the quilts I’ve made people. These earrings act as a nice “take your quilt with you” sentiment, especially for mom’s who’s baby I made a quilt for. I’ve tried a few different methodologies, all of which were incredibly and painstakingly manual and not quite as “refined” as I would have liked. I spent hours hanging over a small piece of wood with a giant razor cutter and often would have 50% waste due to issues with the resin or glue. Oh, and the tiny holes. Through this project, I was able to test a new methodology, nearly “mass-produce” earrings, all one-of-a-kind, and while they’re imperfect (and thus priced lower than the Bright Zen project collection), they’re fun, statement pieces, and just boho’y enough to make me wish I had more ears.

Bluebells - Large Circles (#1)

$20.00

These boho, oversized, and deep blue earrings are a fun experiment in a multimedia earring design. The front is a fabric designed with delicate blue flowers and a teal background while the backs are a collage of musical notes and wildflower and insect washi tape. They act as a statement piece for subtly rejecting overly stiff environments of muted colors and corporate attire. The wooden core keeps them light, the resin-finish keeps them classy, and the colors keep them bold. Check out other options, since each pair are one-of-a-kind, here.

Large circles’ pendant size: 1.5 inches | Full drop: 2.5 inches

Each pair of is one-of-a-kind and handmade in Rochester, NY by me. The fronts and backs are completely different, so be sure to review each image carefully.

Because one of the media used is paper, there might be slight burn marks from the laser-cutting step of the process. The price reflects these imperfections. Please be sure to review images.

I’ve been playing around with how to use some of my more fun prints in my scraps for earrings with this being my first major multi-media project line. I personally secured the fabric, paper, and washi tape to the wood that acts as the core, laser cut out each pair, and then hand resined for a properly water resistant and secure finish. The resin makes the colors and design of these collages really pop in a way I was not at all expecting and do not feel like I can capture in the photos.

Fabrics purchased at:https://www.jackielynns.com/ | Shop local at your LQS :)

Flowers, Gold Washi, and Fabric - Large Circles (#16)

$20.00

These boho, oversized, and collaged earrings are a fun experiment in a multimedia earring design. The front is a collage of vintage gold-accented floral washi tape collaged with vintage writing, post-marks, or abstract gold washi designs while the backs are a collage of vintage floral and bright stripped fabrics. They act as a statement piece for subtly rejecting overly stiff environments of muted colors and corporate attire. The wooden core keeps them light, the resin-finish keeps them classy, and the colors keep them bold. Check out other options, since each pair are one-of-a-kind, here.

Large circles’ pendant size: 1.5 inches | Full drop: 2.5 inches

Each pair of is one-of-a-kind and handmade in Rochester, NY by me. The fronts and backs are completely different, so be sure to review each image carefully.

Because one of the media used is paper, there might be slight burn marks from the laser-cutting step of the process. The price reflects these imperfections. Please be sure to review images.

Fabrics purchased at:https://www.jackielynns.com/ | Shop local at your LQS :)