Sarah Fox is a remarkable jewelry designer. She uses her skills as a Silversmith and then integrates felt into her jewelry pieces to make them come alive. Sarah’s jewelry has been shown in several exhibitions across the USA. To purchase any of her delightful pieces contact Sarah on the contact link on her website.
Artist’s statement:
I grew up in a neighborhood full of boys, which meant constantly having to prove that girls can do that, too. Ultimately, I felt more comfortable wielding a hammer than a hairbrush. And now, years later, I’m convinced my metalsmithing stems from that scabby-kneed tomboy who built tree forts and schemed of go-carts.
As for felting, it was triggered by yet another trip to the yarn store and a long night with my wheels spinning. It satisfies my need for color and tactility while adding a healthy dose of irreverence.
And so it all adds up.
Now I have a studio full of hammers and tools and tables covered with tufts of wool. My metalwork is the architecture for my felted shapes. I begin with flat sheets and wire of sterling silver and then build the 2-dimensional pieces into 3-dimensional forms. When I felt I get back to the basics – the wool fibers themselves. Using wet and dry felting techniques I start with loose wool and sculpt my shapes, which I then combine with their silver complements.
In the end, each piece is a reminder that we can be elegant and playful at the same time.
I was Sarah’s art teacher when she was in high school. I’m trying to get in touch with her. What is her new email address or website? Thank you!
This is from an article published in 2009 so I have no idea sorry. It does have a website in the post but I suggest you just use google to find her.