Samara // Helicopter necklace

Inspiring whimsy and delight, this delicate seed is commonly referred to as a helicopter or whirligig, with its scientific name being "samara". Handmade using recycled sterling silver, the samara charm comes strung on an 18" long recycled sterling silver chain.  Each necklaces comes gift packaged in recycled and recyclable/ compostable/ organic reusable materials. . Inspired by the yearning to be closer and connected to the natural world, The Biophilia Collection is crafted from organic components found in the Maryland mountainside  and hand cast in my home studio using recycled sterling silver and copper metal clay.  Locally scavenged seeds, needles, leaves, fungus, branches and bark are the inspiration and forms for these whimsical pieces. I hope they allow you to feel closer to nature even when you are unable to immerse yourself in its wonders.