Silverbeat Jewellery is hand made in Noosa by Sarah Czajkowskyj.
Based on the Sunshine Coast of Australia Sarah works from her home-based studio. Inspired by the beautiful surroundings of the region. The coastal and hinterland influences are apparent in her work.
“A lot of my pieces have been a slow evolution of techniques learned over the years, using traditional silversmith techniques combined with modern design
The name ‘Silverbeat’ literally comes from the process to “beat” silver; by hammering and working with the silver this process adds character which in turn creates a unique piece of jewellery. Silverbeat also reflects my organic approach to design as in the Silverbeet plant itself each piece is inspired by the organic forms of nature, from the detail in the leaves in the hinterland to the texture of the shells found on our shorelines.
Each piece of jewellery is handmade using recycled 925 sterling silver and is made to last a lifetime. Being solid sterling silver (not plated) silver can over time naturally lose its shine or oxidise but with care it can be brought back to its former glory time and time again. That is why I love working with silver as it is so versatile.
The Australian Botanical Necklaces are a collaboration, inspired by our natural surroundings and striking native flora. The jewellery is made using a technique of moulding precious metal clay by hand to get the desired organic shape and then embedding the original illustrations which are hand drawn by Noosa artist Megan Price. The clay is then fired with a soldering torch at a high temperature to fire away all of the clay and water leaving 100% solid sterling silver. The pendant is then cast into 925 solid sterling silver.
The pendants are approx. 20 x 20mm and the chain length is 50cm.
