Zephyr earrings
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The Zephyr earrings came into being with elegance and simplicity in mind. Whilst many of my initial sketches featured dangling beads, tassels or leaves, the Zephyr design is the stripped back version. As such, they encapsulates the primary essence of The Windblown Collection.
I wanted the pieces, to have movement at their core, but also an inner strength and grace (like the people who I imagine will wear them). Together with the inspiration that came to me in the tail-end of Storm Eunice, I settled on a kite shape, which you will see in other variations in this collection.
Like their sister-necklace, the Zephyr earrings features a solid silver V-slice at the bottom, the top section 'traced' with four delicate chains. In fact the four chain outlines forming the top part of the kite, are two lengths of 1.6mm x 1.2mm chain. These are threaded through a 2mm diameter silver tube, topping each horizontal axes of the silver V (1mm thick).
There is an ease and flow to the earrings: the tube doesn’t restrict the motion of the chain threaded through it, instead adding to a sense of the freedom and movement. This is further enhanced by two 2mm jump rings at the top of each chain-loop and a final 3mm jump ring which threads beautifully onto the hand formed earring wires, formed in 0.8mm silver – neat and comfortable, with the ends ever so slightly tapered but smooth, so they can be easily slid into your ear lobe piercing.
The detail
From top to bottom (including jump rings) each entire earring measures 5.2cm long and they are 1.2cm wide from side to side. The chain section is 2.4cm long, and the silver V is 1.2cm long and 1mm thick, with the tube sections extending width ways to 2mm and length ways to around 4mm. The ear wires measure 1.7cm long at the front from the top loop, with 3mm extra with a flick on the back.
Chain lengths and bespoke bangle and ring sizes
You are welcome to request a specific length of necklace chain, and/or an exact ring size. There is no extra charge for this service, but please do ensure you specify your requirements within the comments when placing your order. Alternatively, if you have any queries or wish to amend an order you have already made, please email me on dawn@foundbydawn.co.uk
Necklace, bracelet, bangle or anklet lengths:
Simply take a tape measure and loop around your neck, wrist or anklet (you may need someone to help), or even better use a necklace, bracelet or anklet that is of the length you would like and measure it from end to end (including catches and clasps)
For further help, please check out my handy guide to necklace lengths!
Ring sizes:
If you are unsure of your size, I would strongly recommend purchasing a ring sizer like this one (£1.20). Please note that this is for illustration purposes only; I have no affiliation with Amazon or this seller and you can obviously choose to buy these from other providers).
Alternatively this guide will help you find the correct measurement for the finger you wish to wear the ring on. Please double check before sending your order and bear in mind that your knuckle which the ring needs to move over, may be bigger than the base of your finger where it will sit.
Bespoke requests
I have presented the standard options for variation – such as size variations, satin or high shine finish - and you may select these to suit your preferences when placing your order.
If you love a design, but would like another finish not listed, such as the item in gold, gold plate, two different metals, or with the extra touch of a stone (or stones) added, please contact me direct, by emailing your contact phone number to dawn@foundbydawn.co.uk.
It is best for me to talk to you about what you would like, and I can provide you with a bespoke quotation, with no obligation.
Ecosilver and low carbon impact
I use Ecosilver wherever possible, sourced from Cookson Gold*. Ecosilver is fully traceable and audited and produced from 100% scrap metal. If you are interested to learn more, visit their website page which explains more
My blog about environmental impact explains more about the steps I am taking to ensure my small business is has as low a carbon impact as possible.
Discover the reasons why buying handmade jewellery from Found by Dawn, is so special, here.
*On occasion more specific items like headpins and chain has to be sourced from other suppliers. In these cases there may be a small part of your piece of handmade jewellery which may not have been recycled, but please be assured that wherever there is a more sustainable option, I will choose it. I care about environmental impact and am doing all I can to minimise my carbon footprint.
Hallmarking
Legally in the UK, any silver piece of silver jewellery weighing more than 7.78g, must be hallmarked in order to be sold as silver. Many of my creations weigh less than this, but I sometimes choose to get them hallmarked anyway (see individually listings).
Jewellers who use hallmarks, are reassuring you of the quality of precious metal they use, ensuring your chosen piece stays special long into the future.
You can learn more about what the hallmarks mean and why they are important in this pdf, or watch the video below.
Returns and refunds
I hope you love your new piece of Found by Dawn jewellery. However, if it seems to have a fault, you have received the wrong item or there are other issues with your order, please email dawn@foundbydawn.co.uk, as soon as possible.
I operate a 14 day Refund policy, which you can read here: foundbydawn.co.uk/policies/refund-policy
Please note, no refunds can be offered on a vouchers or gift cards. However if there is a fault with a piece paid for with a voucher or gift card, the same terms apply as for a regular purchase.
For answers to commonly asked questions visit my FAQ's page.