Eolian earrings
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What I love about the Eolian earrings, is how unusual they are. Really, they were a bit of an experiment. I wasn’t at all sure about whether to include them in The Windblown Collection, until I saw them on my model and friend Cristina. You have to see them worn to fall in love with them... and I think they are probably a perfect fit for the more quirky ones amongst us.
‘Eolian’ means relating to or arising from the action of the wind, and there is something about the flag-like nature of these embellished studs that sits perfectly with that.
The tiny V handcrafted in eco-silver sits sideways for the Eolian design, with the tip of the V pointing to the outside of the ear and a silver headpin threaded through the two 2mm diameter tubes attached to the top, coming down in a vertical axes.
The headpin has three clear 2mm seed beads (silver-lined) interspersed with a 3mm faceted kyanite and a 3mm facteted emerald bead; the colour combination reminiscent of a momentary reflection on sunlit water. A silver ball tops the bottom and the top of the headpin, which necessitates some very careful soldering, buffing and hand polishing on my part!
The detail
From side to side each entire earring measures 8mm across, from top to bottom they are 13mm in length, and from front to back (including earring posts) they are 1.4cm deep, with the silver charm itself being 0.7mm thick.
The earring post itself is formed from 0.8mm wire and measures 14cm long, with the notch for butterfly back sitting 2mm before the end of the post. The ends of each post are ever so slightly tapered but smooth, so they can be easily slid into your ear lobe piercing.
The butterfly earring backs vary in width (its super hard to make them all exactly the same size) but each pair is as symmetrical as handmade-humanly-possible and they tend to be around 3mm deep, by 3mm wide by 6mm long (top loop to bottom loop).
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.