I've started playing around with polymer clay to see what kind of interesting finishes I can come up with. Looking to replicate the look of something that had been long lost in the garden dirt only to be dug up again, I created the pendant on the Garden Gate Necklace.

It started out as simple grey polymer clay, then with several layers of acrylic paints, sanding, buffing, more paint, more sanding, and more buffing I achieved this wonderful aged look.

The pendant measures 1.75" and hangs from a hand wrapped chain of dark annealed steel with an assortment of complimentary gemstones.

Pale green Jadeite, Green Aventurine, Rainbow Moonstone, Prehnite, Peridot, and pale blue Opal compliment the pendant beautifully and provide a cooling Summer palette.

The necklace measures 20" and closes with a hook that can be attached anywhere on the chain, making this piece adjustable. The pendant hangs an additional 2.25" below.

A note about steel. Steel will rust if exposed to moisture. You can keep your necklace rust-less by taking a cotton ball with some of your favorite essential oil on it and rubbing the length of the chain with it. If you don't want the scented oil, you can also use olive oil to keep your piece rust-less.

If you would like me to pre oil your piece, just include a note with your purchase and I will do the first treatment for you!

I wear a lot of steel jewelry and have not had a problem with rusting as long as I keep it dry, or dry it when it gets damp.