When Aisling joined RiseCreatives towards the end of last year we were instantly attracted to the quality of the materials she used to create each piece. In a recent Q&A session with Aisling I asked her about the materials she uses.
“All my silver pieces are completely handmade. The materials used are predominately sheet silver, silver wire and recycled 9ct gold. The cabochon stones used for my ring settings are ethically sourced and are fair trade. I source the beads which include agate, quartz, amethyst among others from all over the world and I use heavy nylon coated stainless steel wire made from at least 49 stainless steel strands for my beaded necklaces. All the clasps and feature beads/pendants are.925 sterling silver and some of the clasps I hand make.”
Aisling’s jewellery is currently available at RiseCreatives.ie, Mira Mira in Sandymount Dublin 4 and Nell Jewellery Castlebar. She also takes commissions, and clients are welcome to visit her studio in Dublin.
Image: Handmade sterling sterling silver pendant with coral double strand necklace.