I make fun, bold and ONE OF A KIND fashion jewelry. Please help me make this dream a reality!
PLEASE SHARE THIS PROJECT!
My name is Dennis Kaping and I’m introducing my line of one of a kind sculpturally inspired jewelry. I hand make and finish all these pieces right here in San Diego, CA. With your help I'll put these beautiful shapes into production. As a result I will offer these pieces to KS at a substantial discount to what retailers will charge for the same piece of jewelry when these eventually hit retail stores. (hopefully early summer) I will use the KS funds I raise to buy finishing, plating and much needed diamond setting equipment.
For years I have been thinking about a line that is completely original. A line like no other anywhere in existence. I believe this line achieves that mission. If its not original than why make it? I hope you finds these shapes original.
I am confident that I have pieces that will end up on the red carpet someday soon but we all have to start somewhere so please help me get this line out there!
I think you'll find that these pieces are fun, and make a powerful statement. My designs are truly original and one of a kind as these shapes don't exist anywhere else on earth. My cuffs also say something about you: You have a strong eye for design and are not afraid to wear fun, bold jewelry.
You will never go unnoticed when you wear these pieces. I promise.
Above: 'Le Plante' ring in stainless steel Hand polished to a mirror finish. Handmade in the USA.
For materials I use 904L and 316L stainless steel in most of my pieces.
These same alloys are used by Rolex, Cartier, Omega and Breitling . Their strength and corrosion resistance makes them perfect for jewelry. Also, the strength of these materials allows me to push the envelope of jewelry design. I feel that the result is nothing short of incredible.
I want these shapes to change the way women look at and wear jewelry.
Above: Lotus ring in stainless steel Hand polished to a mirror finish. Handmade in the USA.
Traditionally, women wear cuffs with a very linear design (typical bangles or cuffs) whereas my pieces have a more vertical design. No cute bangles here, only strong powerful design. The subtle use of diamonds returns light in all the right places. I also use sterling silver (.925) and gold and experimenting with titanium and other alloys.
Above: 'Lotus' earrings in stainless steel. Design Copyrighted. Design patent pending
'Betta' Cuff in stainless steel. Design Copyrighted,. Design patent pending
'Isis' Cuff in stainless steel : Design Patented and Copyrighted
'Lotus' in Stainless Steel : Design Patented. Copyrighted
Above: '10th Ave' in stainless steel: Design Copyrighted and Patent Pending
'Make a Wish' in stainless steel : design patent pending. Copyrighted
'Upon a Star' in stainless steel : design patent pending. Copyrighted
'Flow' in stainless steel : Design Patented. Copyrighted
Above : 'Goth' in Stainless Steel Design Patented. Copyrighted
Above : 'Lotus' in heavy gold plate : Design Patented and copyrighted
Above : 'Flowa' in heavy gold plate : Design Patented and copyrighted
Above : 'Nest' in heavy gold plate : Design Patented and copyrighted
Above : 'Goth' in heavy gold plate : Design Patented and copyrighted
Above: '10th Ave' shown in stainless steel with 3 G VS Diamonds. Design copyrighted and Design Patent pending.
Thank you for looking at my latest creations. They are the result of a lot of hard work and a dream of selling my art is almost realized.
Also, I am looking for higher end jewelry stores and boutiques worldwide to carry my line so you think my jewelry is a fit for a store you have in mind, please contact me.
Feedback (and encouragement!) is also great. Please feel free to drop me a line with any comments or suggestions.
Thank you for your support!
---->Dennis Kaping
Twitter : @DennisKaping
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Funding Unsuccessful This project reached the deadline without achieving its funding goal on May 14, 2012.
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- Website: denniskaping.com
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My sincere thanks expressed in handwritten form, signed and dated on an art card custom made by me. This silver embossed card will share the same creative lines as my jewelry. [US shipping included, please add $3 for international]
Estimated delivery: May 2012Pledge $22 or more
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One of my stainless steel "Le Plante" rings (avail sizes 5-10) offered at 40% off of retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $33 or more
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And receive one of my stainless steel "Lotus" rings offered at 40% off of retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $44 or more
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And receive one of my "Lotus" or earrings offered to KS at 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $51 or more
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And receive one of my "Betta" cuff in stainless steel offered to KS for 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $73 or more
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And receive one of my "Isis" cuff in stainless steel offered to KS for 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $79 or more
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And receive one of my "Lotus" in stainless steel offered to KS for 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $81 or more
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And receive one of my "10th Ave" cuff in stainless steel offered to KS for 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. Flowa is a slightly smaller version of Flow. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $81 or more
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And receive one of my "Upon Star" cuff in stainless steel - 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card.[US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $86 or more
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"Flow" Cuff in stainless steel offered to KS for 50% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments] My favorite piece of jewelry that I have designed...ever!
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $86 or more
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And receive one of my "Make a Wish" cuff in stainless steel - 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card.[US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $89 or more
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And receive one of my "Nest" Cuff in stainless steel offered to KS for 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $94 or more
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"Goth" in stainless steel offered only to KS for 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $96 or more
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And receive one of my "Flowa" + Gold - Stainless steel with heavy 18kt gold plate --offered to KS at 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments] My favorite piece of jewelry that I have designed...ever....IN GOLD!
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $98 or more
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"Lotus" + Gold - Stainless steel with heavy 18kt gold plate -offered to KS at 50% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $117 or more
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And receive one of my "Nest" + Gold - Stainless steel with heavy 18kt gold plate - offered to KS at 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $121 or more
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And receive one of my "Goth" cuff in Stainless steel with heavy 18kt gold plate - offered to KS at 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $144 or more
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And receive one of my "10th Ave" - Stainless Arc with 3 G VS diamonds - offered to KS at 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments]
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $355 or more
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And receive one of my "10th Ave" Cuff in STERLING SILVER and HEAVY GOLD PLATE with 3 2mm G VS diamonds - 40% off retail price. Includes $7 art card. [US shipping included, please add $20 for international shipments] - (sorry not pictured) I will put extra love into this piece. I promise this will be incredible!
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012
