Cloudy Skies Earrings

  Hand embroidered earrings using goldwork embroidery and hand beading techniques stitched onto a white merino wool blend felt base and backing. Earring Hardware is sterling silver Materials: colored copper goldwork embroidery wires, merino wool blend felt base and backing, sterling silver french wire hoops, sterling silver jump rings, glass bugle beads, glass seed beads Size: approximately 2" wide x 1.5" long (5x4 cm) The embroidery is delicate and should be treated with care. Do not wash or iron. Keep away from liquids and humidity to prevent tarnishing. Keep away from long fibrous materials to prevent the embroidery from entangling. Polish the jewelry hardware after wearing and store in a dry container. Last two photos by Carly Owens     Erie, Colorado.  Carly is a contemporary hand embroidery artist for fashion and interiors. She has a mission to preserve the art of hand embroidery and practice this craft in a manner that is mindful and ethical. "In an age where life and technology