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Amber Gaye
Phone: +61 404 030 240
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25.01.2022 ~ Raw beauty ~ unpolished silver straight out of the pickle pot after a late night working on this pendant. Cant wait to see this piece come to life once its polished and blackened
24.01.2022 Once a maker, always a maker. Its almost hard to explain the feeling I get from creating something with my own hands, but to say that I live and breathe it is pretty close. The past few weeks Ive been loving getting my hands dirty again working with silver and learning the art of silversmithing. I dabbled with it years ago but now Im learning it for reals. Its different to leatherwork but theres similarities too, and Ide love to bring the two together in my own way. This sweet little flower will make up part of my first piece, its by no means perfect but thats the beauty of it
24.01.2022 When you bring a few natural elements together in an unexpected way, a little magic happens. I came up with the idea of this leather and cane wall hanging for myself at first because I wanted something round on my wall. Its inspired by my love of retro cane, hand-stamped leather, and mandalas, combined with age old traditions in leatherwork. This one is about 30cm wide, and Ive got plans of making a big one and other colours too. Would love to know your thoughts x
24.01.2022 ~ getting my stamp on
22.01.2022 ~ 2016 thats a wrap, last orders posted yesterday!! And now is a good time to share some exciting news. No telling these last few months Ive been a bit distracted. BY THIS!! Seems we bought a Kombi, and weve been busy starting to plan an epic roadtrip around Australia for 2017. So when that happens Ill be temporarily trading in my studio for life on the road with my family. Eeeek!! And wede love you to follow our travels on Instagram at @summerofseventyfive. The good new...s for you is Ive got lots of gorgeous pieces that I cant take with me, so Ill be having a massive sale online before we go. Theres still a few months planning ahead, but its all happening! I want to say a HUGE thank you to each of you who have supported my journey over the years, every bit has helped contribute to making dreams a reality. From the bottom of my heart, I am eternally grateful. And from my family to yours, wish you a magical Christmas and a New Year that sees your dreams become reality too. Amber xx See more
22.01.2022 Tan boots, turquoise cuff and a Penny Lane! A wonderful capture by a special lady wearing her new one of a kind vintage Aztec Concho cuff, style to perfection. Love seeing my pieces with their new owners
22.01.2022 Taking a break from the torch and catching a moment in my favourite little sunny corner which is coming to life with some beautiful greenery I picked up by @grahamerowe_bhg at @coledale_markets
21.01.2022 A little leather goodness, this sweet 70s vibe floral leather ring is just about the most comfiest piece of jewellery ever. It fits to your finger all snug and feels like its barely there. With a lovely vintage Fred Harvey era pinky ring from @theweatheredskull Cuffs and rings available to custom order in your ring size, message me to order.
20.01.2022 SALE Here it is lovelies, just in time to treat yourself and your mum for Mothers Day, the sale to end all my sales!! Its time to clear out my stock because I cant take it with me while Im travelling!!! All stock is reduced 50% off! Its happening now online (click the Shop link). Some pieces are already sold out, and the rest is very limited, seriously good prices for handmade leather beauties! ~ And this means, the times they are a changin!! Soon Ill be closing my st...udio doors, at least for now anyhow. It feels like the end of an era for me, 17 years, its almost half my life that Ive been doing something Ive been insanely passionate about! But theres new horizons. Travelling with my family and spending more time with them before their all grown up is one of them. And creatively I feel my energies are being drawn towards other passions that resonate more with where Im at now. ~ Soon, well be roadtripping around Australia in our beloved vintage Kombi van. Something weve dreamed of for a long time. Were sharing our travels over at @summerofseventyfive, and blogging about it too, so join along for the ride!! ~ Love you all, so many of you hold a place in my heart and have been an integral part of this journey! For that I am eternally grateful! Ahh the story of life! Watch this space, there will be another chapter, I wont be able to keep it contained for too long!! See more
20.01.2022 I picked up a bunch of these Hmong tribe tassel pom poms earlier this year on my travels in Thailand and Im deciding what to do with them. Ive got thoughts of making a limited number of oversize gypsy inspired clutches dripping in poms and trimming, but also loving it adorning my fringed bucket bag. Such a nice little pop of colour and they make the sweetest jingling sound too
20.01.2022 This beauty is now up for sale, Im not listing this one online as its a one-off piece, and it cant be repeated. The Puakai clutch, means Blossom of the sea. Inspired by my love of the ocean and dreams of endless summers of salt water, and sand dune flowers. Mottled turquoise leather, trimmed with silver lacing detail and adorned with a hand stamped floral mandala. Its a mid-sized clutch with one main compartment. Theres only one available, its $140 + $10 shipping in Aust (international ship additional). First to claim me or mine or send a PM, with Paypal email
20.01.2022 Its a work in progress still, but this crescent pendant is what Ive been working on while learning silversmithing. What a labour of love, so much time goes into the smallest details, the respect I have for my silversmith friends and the amazing work they do is real!
19.01.2022 When packaging is just So. Darn. Gorgeous. This sweet turquoise and tan leather tassel choker is actually the cord that ties the brown paper packages, so dont throw it away but repurpose it. Would love to hear your ideas about how else it could be used
17.01.2022 Todays workbench situation ~ not a bad view and even better feels, with tassels in soft whiskey leather, a big roll of lacing, and zebra print fur. A special custom piece is coming together for a special gal
16.01.2022 All the pretty blues Because Im too impatient and couldnt wait to be taught stone setting Im having a crack at it myself and setting one of these beauties! No pun there, but really hope I dont crack it!
16.01.2022 Todays work bench is looking a little different from my usual view. Theres no leather here! But some new tools arrived and because Im a bit of a tool freak, Im just a little excited so had to break them in.
15.01.2022 Flowers forever and Monday morning coffee Im liking wearing these two sweet floral rings together ~ one leather, one silver. They remind me where Ive been, and where Im going
14.01.2022 A little sneaky peeky at something coming together. The anticipation of seeing this finished piece is killing me, truly special
14.01.2022 ~ Vintage leather perfection ~ some special pieces from my collection. Ill be working on a range of vintage leather cuffs soon which will be amazing!!
13.01.2022 My love for turquoise and leather runs deep, and as I just got delivery of my first batch of incredible natural turquoise, it wont be long before Ill be bringing my two loves together
13.01.2022 This is my first completed piece as part of a design brief for the silversmith training Ive been doing. Its definitely a statement ring and an absolute labour of love! Made by hand using hand tools, I dont even want to know how many hours I spent measuring, cutting, filing, forming, sanding, hammering, soldering, more soldering, trashing it then starting all over again, but when I started polishing and could see that beautiful shiny silver come to life, every moment was worth it. Im so inspired by these new skills, and cant wait to bring them together with my leatherwork, and as much of a challenge I have ahead of me, Im taking it on and running with it!!
12.01.2022 Stamped metals ~ Mandala cuffs and a gifted cactus from a beautiful friend Theres a few of these cuffs on their way to their new homes, and Ive got a few still available to order, in a wide $55, or narrow leather band $45.
12.01.2022 ~ why leave so soon?
10.01.2022 Such a special piece and still my all time favourite Turquoise leather, ivory whipstitch lacing and that vintage mottled resin buckle
08.01.2022 Ive been chasing my tail catching up on orders this last week, but today I made time to finish setting this piece of incredible Campitos turquoise. Its my first attempt at stone setting and it didnt happen without some rookie errors, but the end result Im pretty darn happy with. My turquoise collection is starting to bulge so Ill be making some pieces, all one offs, and may even sell a few if I can part with them!
08.01.2022 ~ Cane and leather coming together
07.01.2022 I've been chasing my tail catching up on orders this last week, but today I made time to finish setting this piece of incredible Campitos turquoise. It's my first attempt at stone setting and it didn't happen without some rookie errors, but the end result I'm pretty darn happy with. My turquoise collection is starting to bulge so I'll be making some pieces, all one offs, and may even sell a few if I can part with them!
06.01.2022 ~ This is what happens when my friend brings me her favourite AG hobo bag with a big black stain on the front and asks if anything can be done to fix it. Made new again with a hand-stamped natural leather scalloped panel with an antiqued finish applied. Sometimes accidents are meant to happen
06.01.2022 I just knew when I found this set of vintage hand-enamelled silver conchos that theyde make for some amazing cuffs! And here they are. There was four, but one may have made its way onto my wrist, too special to pass up! These one-off beauties are now up for grabs. The top one has sold already, the wider turquoise and tan are $55. Shipping is flat $10 in Aust. First to claim with PayPal email, or sends a PM
06.01.2022 First date with a new bench peg. Well be spending some time together so I hope he cooperates
05.01.2022 Working on custom pieces today. The hand-stamped mandala wall rounds will be available in a few different sizes, Ive just made up this mini in an antique white finish
04.01.2022 Todays beach walks ~ feather foraging, winter sun, turquoise skies, and salty air ~ magical
04.01.2022 ~ When life throws you weeds, turn them into flowers ~
04.01.2022 ~ Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue
03.01.2022 Setting the days intentions ~ this heavenly scented candle has my name on it literally, Wild Honey & Amber made by my lovely friend Tara from @nourishandnest. Ill be taking custom orders on my hand embossed leather wall rounds soon, just finalising details!!
03.01.2022 ~ 2016 that's a wrap, last orders posted yesterday!! And now is a good time to share some exciting news. No telling these last few months I've been a bit distracted. BY THIS!! Seems we bought a Kombi, and we've been busy starting to plan an epic roadtrip around Australia for 2017. So when that happens I'll be temporarily trading in my studio for life on the road with my family. Eeeek!! And we'de love you to follow our travels on Instagram at @summerofseventyfive. The good new...s for you is I've got lots of gorgeous pieces that I can't take with me, so I'll be having a massive sale online before we go. There's still a few months planning ahead, but it's all happening! I want to say a HUGE thank you to each of you who have supported my journey over the years, every bit has helped contribute to making dreams a reality. From the bottom of my heart, I am eternally grateful. And from my family to yours, wish you a magical Christmas and a New Year that sees your dreams become reality too. Amber xx See more
02.01.2022 ~ Morning light Each morning is like new opportunity, wait too long and you miss it. Macrame by my wonderful friend @little_loom, one lady who relishes opportunity and inspires so many to do the same #macrame
02.01.2022 All the pretty blues Because I'm too impatient and couldn't wait to be taught stone setting I'm having a crack at it myself and setting one of these beauties! No pun there, but really hope I don't crack it!
01.01.2022 This custom made beauty has made one happy gal! Theres something special about a handcrafted piece thats made especially for you. And the joy I get in knowing that a piece Ive created with my own hands can put a smile on someones face each time they sling it over their shoulder, well thats just the best!! If youde like something custom made for you, send me a DM
01.01.2022 A mini bolo and a sweet 70s vibe leather floral ring ~ therell be more where these came from, coming soon
