Ritu is a jewelry artist in Jaipur, a major arts and crafts center in India.  Ritu has definitely inhaled the air of her home and it shows in the wonderful diversity of her talent for making jewelry.  You can click here to read her story and see her impressive catalog of offerings.  I’ve featured some of her pieces below that I think give a glimpse into the range of her work.

Labradorite Stretch Bracelet
Labradorite Stretch Bracelet

Ritu calls this labradorite stretch bracelet “Intuition”.  That’s a fitting name because labradorite is said to strengthen intuition. If true, this bracelet may make you a clairvoyant with its five rows of smooth round labradorite beads, and four silver beads that provide a charming focal point.  Click the image or click here for details.

Silver Shamballa Bracelet

Silver Shamballa Bracelet by Ritu

 

 

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This silver shamballa bracelet is called Sonnets of Peace. The hand knotted macramé bracelet represents a mythical kingdom based on ancient prophesies and shamballa represents tranquility, peace and happiness.  Click the image or click here for details.

These ebony dangle earrings were carved by hand and polished to preserve the wood’s beautiful natural grain. The hooks are sterling silver.  Click the image or click here for details.

Pearl Long Chain Necklace

This elegant and timeless necklace is long enough to wrap around twice, and features sterling silver chains alternating with rows of creamish white pearls.  Click image or click here for details.

Chalcedony Dangle Earrings

Chalcedony Dangle Earrings by Ritu

These dangle earrings are called Spring Showers, and the faceted chalcedony stones are like sparkling raindrops that alternate with sterling bolts of light.  Nice. Click the image or click here for details.

 

These beautifully uncomplicated earrings are
called Spring Showers, and the faceted chalcedony stones are
like sparkling raindrops.  The sterling silver represents
bolts of light that magically with the chalcedony gems.
Click the image or click here for detailshe gems alternate with
sterling bolts of light, creating a mesmerizing effect.