sugar clusters made of bright white silver dangle from sparkling light green sapphires set in rich 18k yellow gold, by artist-jeweler Kelsey Simmen

materials: sterling silver, 18k yellow gold, 4mm green sapphires / approximate dimensions: 1.06 x 0.51 x 0.22 inches

About the Artist

Kelsey Simmen is a jewelry artist who fabricates her work by hand in Northern California. She graduated with her Bachelor’s of Fine Art in San Francisco in 2009. After earning her degree she worked under several notable women in the jewelry field accumulating a diverse toolbox to start her own jewelry studio. Kelsey’s work features sugar as a main theme. She creates textures in her pieces by growing, manipulating, and building with its crystals, from tiny sanding sugar to large rock candy. Her intention is to create beautiful pieces that are distinct and thoughtful and become part of both your everyday rituals and your unique experiences. Wear something sweet!