I am a designer currently living in Taos, NM. I make things..... mostly from metal.

I started learning how to work with metal as a child alongside my father who is a folding knifemaker. His influence taught me how to work precisely and cleanly. Later, I studied metalsmithing at the Oregon College of Art & Craft in Portland and studio art at the University of Oregon.

I love working with industrial processes (ie, welding and machining), but I utilize these tools to create small scale work. Often, I discover new techniques by using tools in ways they weren't originally intended.

For more information about me and my work, please visit my website lakeobject.com or find me on Intagram @lake_object


ABOUT STAINLESS STEEL AND FUSE WELDING

Much of my jewelry is made with stainless steel. I use a combination of 304 and 316LVM (surgical grade, used in implants). The wonderful thing about stainless is that it does not tarnish like sterling silver, is much stronger, and is much, much less likely to irritate your skin than sterling. Jewelers do not usually create with stainless steel because of its difficulty to work with. I use no solder to join the stainless. The metal is fused together using an electrical arc welding process that is usually used to create large sculpture or steel buildings. With a lot of magnification, a steady hand, and extreme patience I am able to utilize this process to create small scale work. I also fuse weld sterling silver elements on my rings combined with traditional metalsmithing techniques.


..................SHIPPING POLICIES....................

DOMESTIC SHIPPING - Most items are individually handmade to order. Please see item description for production time. I mail all domestic orders USPS first class (3-5 days est.), insured with delivery confirmation. Please contact me before purchasing an item if you would like to upgrade shipping.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING - All International shipping may be subject to customs fees (rates vary by country).
The shipping rate quoted under the item descriptions is for First Class shipping. The postal service does not state the shipping time for this method. In my experience shipments have arrived in ten days to three weeks. Also, these items cannot be tracked or insured. Although I have yet to have any problems with First Class shipping, I cannot offer refunds on lost shipments sent this way.




.....................RETURNS.......................

I do want you to be happy with your purchase. I take great aims to uphold a high level of craftsmanship. I also try to show the item clearly and with listed measurements. Please read item descriptions thoroughly and contact me with any questions before you make a purchase.

That being said, exchanges are possible if contact is made within 5 days of package receipt. All jewelry must be shipped back with postal insurance, unworn, in its original packaging and condition. Buyer is responsible for all shipping. Refunds will be considered on an individual basis. Please, please contact me with any issues.
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