Barbara McFadyen Jewelry

Barbara McFadyen Jewelry

Hand-wrought Jewelry in Gold, Silver, and Enamel Barbara McFadyen has been creating hand-wrought Fine Art Jewelry for over four decades.

She creates timeless designs and future heirlooms crafted in Gold, Silver, and Enamel. Exquisitely constructed forms are embellished with precious and semi-precious stones. Color, pattern, and texture play in counterpoint throughout the work. Her work is inspired by delicate forms in nature coupled with a strong Asian influence. A sense of harmony and balance is integral to her aesthetic. Recogniz

Photos from Barbara McFadyen Jewelry's post 18/05/2024

A Sweet Demi-Parure ready for the Penland Benefit Auction! Thank you for the really great photos on short notice!

Underglaze Versus Overglaze: Exploring Enamel Painting Techniques | Pocosin Arts 17/02/2024

I am getting excited about teaching this upcoming online workshop with Pocosin!
https://pocosinarts.org/product/underglaze-versus-overglaze-exploring-enamel-painting-techniques/?blm_aid=25709

Enameling has been my passion since I first discovered in at Kulicke Stark Academy in NYC back in the 70's! I began with Cloissoné there but since then, my first love has become Limoges painting techniques. This class explores both underglaze and overglaze materials and the many techniques for using them!

Underglaze Versus Overglaze: Exploring Enamel Painting Techniques | Pocosin Arts Explore the versatile world of underglaze and overglaze materials and discover how to capture your inspirations with Limoges style drawing and painting techniques . This class will investigate an interesting […]

03/02/2024

I’m so honored to have my work featured on the announcement of this exhibition, HANDCRATED 2024: and THEN I am thrilled to learn that I also won HONORABLE MENTION along with a free summer workshop at POCOSIN School of Fine Craft! Thank you so much!

Pearl and Layered Ovals Ring 30/11/2023

This one-of-a-kind ring is one of my favorite designs. I have entered it in Rio Grande's Contest, "For the Love of Jewelers"~
I would love any votes in my favor if so inclined!

Pearl and Layered Ovals Ring 18k gold, 22k/sterling bimetal, sterling silver, Biwa Button Pearl

Asymmetrical Heart Pendant 30/11/2023

Always a romantic at heart, I chose this piece to enter Rio Grande's Fall Contest~
For the Love of Jewelers! If you feel inclined, I would be grateful if would lend your support and vote for this one-of-a-kind heart pendant!

Asymmetrical Heart Pendant Fine silver, 18/sterling bimetal, 18 k gold, diamond, sterling chain

Photos from Barbara McFadyen Jewelry's post 06/11/2023
02/11/2023

Set up Day! I’m excited to be part of this show with so many great jewelers! Sharing a booth with makes it so much more fun!!

02/11/2023

Almost there! I'm excited to be part of this show and sharing a booth with Marlene True Marlene True! Come see us if you can!
Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show

23/10/2023

Working day and night to get ready for this show! Please come visit me if you are anywhere near The Carter Center !

27/09/2023

Honey labels for our new 8 oz size arrived and we are ready for orders for anyone who can pick up! Two sizes available: 1lb.@$18. and 1/2 lb @ $10. Shipping is not available, sorry! Email us at: [email protected]

30/07/2023

Cooking it Up! Pizza Anyone??

Photos from Barbara McFadyen Jewelry's post 18/07/2023

Had such a lovely time in Peconic, NY, with my lovely sister and sweet man...

Photos from Barbara McFadyen Jewelry's post 11/07/2023

I am so pleased with how my first-ever Enamel class by Zoom turned out! Phew! It was a lot of work but so worth it. The aftermath of my 3rd session and that week's samples!
Thanks for hosting me Silvera Jewelry School!

Photos from Barbara McFadyen Jewelry's post 11/07/2023

Douglass needed to borrow my new larger pickle pot, (aka crock pot) and found the shipping liner still inside- so he threw it around his neck.......and suddenly I thought, Dang! this could get me into Metalsmith Magazine finally! LoL!

15/05/2023

I was happy to hear these earrings Sold Opening Night!

03/05/2023

You’re invited to the 10th edition of The Earring Show where my work will be featured! The show opens on Thursday, May 4 at 7pm PT at the in Vancouver, BC. The show will be on view at the gallery from May 4 to May 18 and online from May 4 to July 31, 2023!
Craft Council of British Columbia

03/05/2023

Excited to have my earrings featured in “The Earring Show” presented by The Craft Council of British Columbia!

23/04/2023

Miniature books are fun to make and a nice change from jewelry!

29/03/2023

I do love the elegant simplicity of these Keum Boo Fans! 🔝 of the day creativemetalsmiths

18/03/2023

Getting ready for this Talk😉!

FREE JewelryTalk: Barbara McFadyen 15/03/2023

I am excited about giving this talk about my journey as an artist! March 19th, 3:00PM EST

FREE JewelryTalk: Barbara McFadyen Join us for a talk with metalsmith, enamelist, and book artist Barbara McFadyen! Barbara has been producing unique, wearable forms for over four decades in precious metals, stones, and vitreous enamel. Much of her work focuses on humankind's relationship with nature, a subject she explores in her je...

08/03/2023

I love these rainbow patina colors in contrast with 24k gold on nature inspired patterns! (Thanks for this fun photography) earringsoftheday

20/01/2023

There’s just something so beautiful about the shapes of eggs!

26/12/2022

Happy holidays!

06/11/2022

Wrapping up soon! Having such a great time sharing a booth at the Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show with Marlene!

06/11/2022

About to do my last Keum Boo Demo of the Show! Love being here at the Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show!
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05/11/2022

Ready- Set- GO! …at the Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show!

16/09/2022

I’m having Fun and learning Lots in BEE School today!
Sorry jewelry responsibilities and workbench…not today😉

08/09/2022

Delicious dinner with Butternut Squash from the Garden! Thanks to !!

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New Water Oasis got THE BEES added to our Apiary! 🐝
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