Twist of Fate Jewelry Collection

2013

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Twist of Fate Jewelry Collection

Created to be sold in on demand printing services, these jewelry pieces use mathematical formulas not only to create their aesthetic appeal, but to create strength while being incredibly light weight. I used Nylon 12 in SLS printing which is nearly identical to the nylon used in fashion in the 1970's.

Using complex geometries and a sense for synthetic materials a series of experiments and jewelry was created. For the jewelry a precious metal such as 14 karat gold was selected and different modeling methods were tried in order to create an object that behaved like a similar metal piece. This was done so that open and mathematical forms could be created, yet not destroyed with use.

One of the necklaces won 2nd place at the Florence Design Week jewelry competition. They were also featured at the first Maker Faire Europe in Rome.

3D Printed Jewelry
Jewelry Detail
Twist of Fate Necklace