Sweet Gum Teardrop Dangle Earring

Carved sweet gum teardrop dangles from carved sweetgum orb.

Sweet Gum Collection

The prickly brown fruit so many of us remember from our childhood backyards reveals incredible textures when altered. Carving away the exterior spikes reveals the honeycomb structure underneath, and sliced, it turns into a button of sophisticated organic lace. It's been amazing to see a jewelry saw unlock the hidden textures in this one.