Artist's statement
Mabel uses the lost wax casting technique to set gemstones into jewellery with unpredictable and intriguing results. She creates a piece in wax, placing stones where she’d like them to set. Molten metal replaces the wax, flowing in and surrounding each gem, sometimes causing the gems to move and cluster in different positions.
Mabel embraces the idea of chance and although she has mastered the lost wax casting technique there is still an element of uncertainty of where the gems may move. The most exciting part of her making process is polishing the final piece to reveal stones that may have moved in the molten metal. The end products are striking organic designs that physically embrace the vibrant gemstones. Many of her pieces are one of a kind and her rings are often bought as engagement rings for those looking for something a little different.
She has proved herself as a promising designer and demonstrated that playing with chance really is a beautiful thing.
Further Images
Silver Floating Gems Cuff
A silver cuff bursting with colourful sapphires, rubies, blue spinels, alexandrites and aquamarines. All set through lost wax casting so each piece is totally unique.
Silver Peridot And Tourmaline Orb Necklace
The dazzling double Orb pendant set with a vibrant green peridot and a deep green tourmaline really add a touch of radiance to your jewellery collection. The peridot and green tourmaline have been carefully chosen and set into handcrafted round pendants.
Textured Rings set with precious gemstones.
The uneven texture of the band has been formed by hand to create the unique hammered effect. Each is hand set with gemstones of your choice.
Ruby Crystal Ring
Each ring is hand made through a unique process called lost wax casting. The red ruby crystals are set in wax and then cast into metal to create the organic setting. The raw uncut shapes of the crystals match the organic setting, giving the impression they are erupting from the metal. The red rubies are completely natural and have not been polished or cut.
Large Torus Necklace
These Torus Necklaces have been worked by hand to give them a lightly textured, rustic shape and feel. You can wear this versatile necklace with a dress for going out or simply over a jumper or t-shirt for a more casual look. It works fab with both and also makes a great gift!
Torus Earrings
These Torus earrings have been worked by hand to give them a lightly textured, rustic shape and feel. Ideal everyday earrings and a great gift!
18ct Yellow Gold set with Tourmalines
Each stones has been hand set into a textured gold band to create a scattered look.
22ct Gold-plated Ruby Baguette Ring
This super sleek ring is perfect for adding a splash of colour to your jewellery collection. The deep red colour of the ruby stands out from the rich gold. The baguette-cut ruby is hand set into gold-plated, hall-marked sterling silver.