C. A. DARLINGTON

Lampwork is an ancient technique of using a flame to melt glass. Molten glass is wound on to a thin steel mandrel. The glass bead is then embellished using many fine strands of coloured glass, metal leaf, frits and enamels. The glass is then annealed in a kiln for several hours. This slow process of cooling gives each bead its strength and durability. No two beads will ever be exactly the same... I work with effetre glass. Much of my work incorporates classic lampwork design with its clarity and attention to detail. I also combine different techniques to produce soft fluid organic designs sometimes using vintage crystal, silver, and seed beads. Each piece of lampwork jewellery is one of a kind.