Wire wrapped oval Petoskey pendant.

New Wire Wrapped Pendants

New Wire Wrapped Pendant Designs

Step into spring and summer with our latest jewelry creations—stunning wire-wrapped pendants handcrafted by artist Patti Arnold. These unique pieces blend nature’s beauty with artistic charm, featuring materials like freshwater pearls, gleaming copper wire, and Michigan’s own treasures: Petoskey stones, Charlevoix stones, and jasper. Pair one with your favorite chain for an effortlessly earthy and elegant look. They are available for purchase for a limited time. Similar designs can also be special ordered.

Wire wrapped oval Petoskey pendant.
Petoskey Stone Pendant by Patti Arnold.
Wire wrapped jasper pendant by Patti Arnold.
Jasper Wire Wrapped Pendant by Patti Arnold.
Heart shaped wire wrapped Petoskey pendant with fresh water pearl.
Heart Shaped Petoskey Stone Pendant with Freshwater Pearl Bead by Patti Arnold.
Wire wrapped Petoskey and Charlevoix stone pendant.
Petoskey and Charlevoix Stone Wire Wrapped Pendant by Patti Arnold

Why Copper Wire Wrapped Pendants?

Michigan is a land of natural beauty, from the serenity of the Great Lakes to the geological treasures found in water and sand. To artists, fossils like Petoskey and Charlevoix stones are more than just rocks—they’re stories etched in time, waiting to be turned into wearable art. Pairing these unique stones with copper wire creates a harmonious blend of earthy tones and rustic elegance.


Why Copper and Michigan Stones?

Copper’s warm, reddish hue beautifully complements the natural patterns of Petoskey stones, the rich reds and browns of jasper, and the subtle, textured appearance of Charlevoix stones. As a versatile and affordable material, copper wire offers beginners and seasoned jewelry makers a forgiving medium to create intricate designs.

Petoskey stones, Michigan’s state stone, are fossilized coral, exuding a stunning hexagonal pattern. Charlevoix stones share a kinship with Petoskey stones, featuring smaller fossilized coral patterns. Together, these stones tell a story of Michigan’s prehistoric past and provide a tangible connection to its landscapes.

 

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