The pieces have been created using Japanese Yuzen Washi Paper. This beautiful paper has a cream base decorated with autumn leaves and botanical motifs in dark shades of blue. Flowing gold swirls ripple across the paper and the result is calm and unrushed.

To create each paper piece, I measure and cut from a larger sheet of paper, and fold into the final form. Small dots of craft adhesive are applied if needed for reinforcement.

I have applied a light coat of lacquer to retain the texture of the paper and provide light surface protection.

The earrings feature tiny navy facetted rondelle glass beads, gold-coloured findings and are hung from 20mm 16K gold plated over brass thin hoops. The overall drop length (top to bottom) is 5cm.

Very lightweight. Lightly lacquered, but avoid getting wet. They are pieces of wearable art – tiny imperfections are part of the look. Designed and constructed by me.