Leaf and Bud Earrings - Pearl Drop Wire gunmetal and today is still a

and today is still a traditional remedy for soothing sore throats on account of its antiseptic and antibacterial properties

I created a delicate collection that portrays how these branches were used to create a magical scenery

Materials: The Hydrangea brooch is cast in bronze with hand patinated leaves and flowers featuring an antique bronze over copper finish

shrubs and climbers with evergreen or deciduous foliage and inconspicuous flowers

The leaves of some laurels have been used to flavour food and for medicine

Leaf and Bud Earrings - Pearl Drop Wire gunmetal and today is still aGazanias are a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae. They are native to southern Africa, particularly in areas with sandy soils and low rainfall. Gazanias are known for their showy, colorful flowers that open during the day and close at night or in cloudy weather. However, it was the unique shape of their leaves that first caught Michael's eye. Gazania plants have elongated, stem like leaves that can grow to over 4 inches long.