Heart jewelry never goes out of style. This silver Bakelite necklace by Sharon Bailey is one of her heart jewelry line that shows how vibrant Bakelite can be. I can't think of a better material to make a red heart then this one. Well, affordable material, that is. Its a deep, opaque red that shines next to the handmade patina silver.
Its interesting to note that Bakelite is not made any longer. All Bakelite used is from vintage stock that is getting harder to find. Jewelry like this Bakelite necklace are gaining in popularity while the material is diminishing. The first synthetic plastic, Bakelite was first made in the 20's and put into almost anything. Now, with cheaper production methods and materials it has disappeared from use, except for use as an art form, where its vibrancy and durability are still valued.
Sharon's red Bakelite necklace is an example of the beauty possible with this material. Below are more examples from her Bakelite heart collection.
"Pierced Heart" Bakelite neckace
"Key to My Heart" Bakelite bracelet
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