enchaînements: masculine, noun. A series, a chain of events, a linking of scenes, of ideas.
Enchainements is not only the name and description of Laura's jewelry, it explains how accidental meetings, introductions, events and happenings can take place and change a life forever. Is it accidental......or a part of a plan? May all your "enchainements" be positive ones!
Laura's jewelry evokes a feeling of otherworldliness. Her style varies from bright shiny contemporary to look-what-I-found-at-the-Paris-Flea-Market chic.. She uses a myriad of jewelry making techniques, but the one almost always present in her designs is Chain Mail. Some times the chain mail plays a staring role in design, with leather or metalwork playing the supporting role. Sometimes the mail is in the background, with a cluster of fabulous gemstones stealing the scene.
Laura uses three basic techniques in her designs; chain mail, leather working and metal smithing. Sterling Silver, Argentium Silver, Copper, Filled Gold, Bronze and Stainless Steel are the main metals used. First, she envisions the design in her mind and makes her plan of attack. Each piece is personally hand crafted from start to finish. The chain mail is made with hand crafted rings. She also hand crafts the leather and metal shapes in her home studio, resulting in an unconventional style you will want to make your own.
