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This goes out to @tabasco_jake ! Turns out these little guys make pretty fun bracelets! The idea needs work, but I was pleased with how well it wears on the wrist, the articulation on this large minnow is more than enough to wrap around the contours of my wrist, so the micro models would be more than ok even on a very small wrist! I was thinking for the clasp hardware to add some kind of charm to help balance the weight! Any and all ideas/input are more than welcome as always! 🤟 #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesign #jewelrydesigner #jewelrylover #jewelrylovers #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelryofig #kineticjewelry #fishjewelry #fishbracelet #articulatedfish #customjewelry #oneofakindjewelry #handmadejewelry #jewelrytrends #jewelrygram

I realized I haven’t really touched on how to “take care” of your fish pendant! Overall it’s pretty straight forward! I wear mine in the shower and that’s how it stays clean 🧼 most all of the gemstones available are fine around mild soaps and detergents, but it’s always good to avoid getting perfume, cologne etc on them. Aside from that, just enjoy your fish and remember you can send it in for a complimentary “spa” treatment anytime, where it will be fully unassembled, cleaned & polished. During that spa visit you can add new features like gemstones, finishing options and more 👊 #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelrylovers #jewelryofinstagram #jewelryoftheday #oneofakindjewelry #handmadejewelry #customjewelry #fishpendant #fishjewelry #jewelrygram #jewelrytrends #kineticjewelry

This micro marlin is the first to be specced with emerald eyes! It suits the character so well, making this one feel both ominous and cheerful. The option to not have fins makes a lot of sense on the marlin, it can be worn without fear of catching or snagging on your collar, all while streamlining the shape! It’s been so much fun seeing these customizable pieces come to life! They are all so unique and very few orders have been the same! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrytrends #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelrylovers #customjewelry #fishjewelry #fishpendant

Time for a weekend project! This is part 1 of turning a playmobile toy sword into a piece of wearable jewelry! Help me choose the material for the handle inlay 🙏 should we go with abalone, seashell, malachite, black onyx, lapis lazuli or charoite?! 🥂 #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #customjewelry #oneofakindjewelry #jewelrylover #jewelryaddict #jewelrymaking #swordpendant

The production side of this for me is funny. There is always another tool you want, or something you could optimize to save time or improve the process. I could get so carried away on that stuff that nothing would ever actually get done! So when I switched gears into “production mode” I’ve noticed I’ve fallen behind on messages and emails, I’m working on getting caught up and staying on it! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelerygram #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #oneofakindjewelry #customjewelry #fishjewelry #fishpendant #jewelryoftheday

Most of my prototypes end up being quite large in comparison to the final versions. It’s kind of fun this way because they become more compact and streamlined with every irritation. But when I handle these heavy prototypes, and as they jingle and slither through my fingers I can’t help think some people would totally sport these monsters! What do you think? How much is too much 🤷‍♂️🥂 #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelrygram #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #customjewelry #oneofakindjewelry #jewelrytrends #fishjewelry #fishpendant

What do we call this guy? To me it’s almost where goldfish meets grouper 😂 but I think we can do better than that. The proportions are based on the original crystal fish, so it’s a little taller and squattier, I really like how slim it ends up being despite its overall large size! Last thing I’ll say for now is at this size there is a sound to the articulation, like a cold dense jingle that you don’t get on the smaller models, kinda cool! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelrymaking #jewelrygram #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #customjewelry #oneofakindjewelry #jewelrytrends #fishpendant #fishjewelry

This full size sapphire silverfish is the final piece to be shipped out from the first collection! From here on it’s full steam ahead on the new models! A huge thank you to everyone who purchased a piece from the first collection 🙏 I have been humbled by the support and can’t wait to see were we can take this! ❤️ #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewlerylovers #jewelrylover #jewelryaddict #oneofakindjewelry #handmadejewelry #customjewelry #fishjewelry #fishpendant #jewelrymaking

Congratulations to @brenda_quickstad !! You are the winner of the jade articulating snake!! Thanks again to everyone else who participated ❤️ #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelryofinstagram #jewelryoftheday #jewelrygram #jewelrytrends #jewelrymaking

The giveaway for this little guy ends tonight at 6pm mst! Check Fridays post to be entered to win 🤟 I will announce the winner on the original post as well as in a dedicated video. Good luck!! #gradenthomas #jewery #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #oneofakindjewelry #customjewelry #handmadejewelry #jewelrygram

One of you is going to win this handmade articulating snake! Check my last post to get entered into the giveaway 🥂 this was a fun project that lead to some cool ideas, I will absolutely continue working on this design and plan to add a snake to the shop soon! @serjewelry 🙏🙏🙏 #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrygram

🚨 give-away time!! I wanted to do a little something special to say thank you for the ongoing support ❤️ this little snake is one of a kind - but is a hint at somthing to be added to the store shortly ;) to enter the giveaway just follow, like and comment on this post! A winner will be randomly selected from the comments on this post Monday April 15th at 6pm mst 🍻good luck! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrytrends #jewelrydesign #oneofakindjewelry #customjewelry

Heck yes you can have two different gemstone eyes on your fish! its not shown as an option on the website, so for these ones you can shoot me a message or email and we will make it happen! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrytrends #oneofakindjewelry #customjewelry #fishjewelry #fishpendant

The grabby crabby claw will return - i think i just needed to put the idea away for a while after this 😂 but it was fun spending some time with this piece and letting the mind wonder on how i want to improve it and and eventually add to the collection 👌 #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelrymaking #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelryofinstagram #jewelryoftheday #oneofakindjewelry #customjewelry

Im getting serious about earrings, but i need your help to make sure they are done right! Let me know in the comments what style of earring/backing/closure you would prefer on your articulted fish. And hit me with any other thoughts you may have! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrygram #oneofakindjewelry #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrylover #jewelrytrends #jewelrymaking #customjewelry #fishjewelry #fishpendant

Meet the micro 18k yellow goldfish 2.0! He’s got some tricks up his sleeve so watch until the end 👀 #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrymaking #fishjewelry #fishpendant

The micro Koi and Marlin are now available at GradenThomas.com! Take a look and let me know what you think! Eventually we will take this out of the workshop and get some on model photos, but for now I’ll have to do 🍻#gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelryaddict #jewelrylover #jewlerylovers #customjewelry #fishjewelry #fishpendant #oneofakindjewelry #jewelrygram

The Micro Koi and Marlin are coming! I’ll post an update tomorrow once they are on the site, but am expecting early afternoon! Thanks for the patience, I think these little guys are worth the wait! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelrylover #jewelryaddict #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrygram #oneofakindjewelry #customjewelry #fishpendant #fishjewelry

I need your help to finish the 18k yellow goldfish! Below is a list of gemstones and I’ll set whichever the most commented stone is! -pink tourmaline -red garnet -peridot (light green) -amethyst (purple) -aquamarine (light blue) -chrysoprase (apple green) -rose quartz (light pink) -onyx (black) -moonstone (glow?) Let me know! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelrylover #jewelrylovers #jewelryaddict #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelryofinsta #customjewelry #jewelrytrends #fishpendant

The glowing eyes on the giant articulating marlin and the glow worm are natural gemstones, but i have filled their heads of with a phosphorus glow powder. This was both overkill and not the best method! Im diving deep into glow and am super excited about the concept! What do you think, is glow in jewelry making gimicky or awesome?! #gradenthomas #jewelry #jewelrydesigner #jewelrydesign #jewelrylover #jewelrylovers #jewelryaddict #jewelryoftheday #jewelryofinstagram #jewelrytrends #fishpendant #customjewelry #oneofakindjewelry #jewelrygram