Rebecca Schiffman wants to produce a new jewelry collection inspired by architectural motifs on The Upper East Side. Read more
Rebecca Schiffman wants to produce a new jewelry collection inspired by architectural motifs on The Upper East Side.
About this project
Rebecca Schiffman Jewelry - The Upper East Side Collection
Dear Friends,
I have begun designing and producing a new collection of jewelry inspired by architectural motifs found on New York's Upper East Side.
As a lifelong Upper East Sider, I have walked by the same buildings over and over again for 29 years but only recently started seeing with a greater level of detail. The first time I notice a particular carving which I have probably passed thousands of times it is like a revelation. Many designs have stuck in my mind and I envision these motifs translated boldly and elegantly into ornaments for the body.
This collection will feature jewelry pieces based on at least 20 different motifs which will be employed in whatever way best suits that design. I have already completed several pieces by the following method:
I sketch out the design based on detailed photographs I take around the neighborhood. I then carve the model for each piece out of wax. I bring these wax models to Taba Casting, an environmentally friendly caster in New York who uses only recycled metals. Using the Lost Wax casting process they create silver versions of each model. I then touch up and finish the models before having Taba create a silicon mold from which I can create multiples of the same piece.
Two years ago I completed a course in wax modeling, casting and mold making at Studio Jewelers. For the last year I have been studying with the master model maker Fred de Vos, without whose guidance this project would not be possible.
I am seeking to raise $5,000 to hit the ground running with this first collection and turn it into a profitable business.
Money will be used to do the following:
- cast new wax models in silver
- create silicon molds from models
- buy tools necessary to improve precision and speed up process of creating model
- buy necessary materials like wax and silver
- hire jewelry photographer to photograph each prototype
- finish new website with online store showcasing all of the pieces
Please take a look at the Backer Rewards.
Also, please visit my new website:
http://www.rebeccaschiffmanjewelry.com
Thank you,
Rebecca
Photos of Jewelry Rewards
Tulip Necklace coming soon!
Tulip Earrings
Flower Shield Earrings
Racing Hare Pendant (image of bronze coming soon, this is silver)
Flower Shield Pendant
Flower #19 Pendant
Picture coming soon. Please see Flower #19 Cufflinks and Flower #19 pendant with diamond to get an idea of what it looks like.
Flower #19 Diamond Pendant
Flower #19 Cufflinks
Flower #19 Diamond Cufflinks
No pic...please see Flower #19 Diamond Pendant and Flower #19 Cufflinks to get an idea of what they would look like.
Racing Hare Sterling Silver Convertible Brooch/Pendant
Hinged Planter Cuff
FAQ
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Rewards
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Pledge $5 or more
2 backers
Credit on the Thank You page of the Rebecca Schiffman Jewelry website.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $15 or more
5 backers
Credit as well as a link to your website of choice on the Thank You page of the Rebecca Schiffman Jewelry website.
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Pledge $20 or more
2 backers
All of the above plus a secret link to download my second album "To Be Good for a Day."
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $25 or more
2 backers
All of the above plus a handwritten thank you postcard in the mail!
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Pledge $40 or more
24 backers
TULIP NECKLACE All of the above plus a necklace featuring a bronze fleur-de-lis style tulip pendant inspired by the beautifully decaying stone flowers at 5 East 92nd Street.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $75 or more
3 backers
TULIP EARRINGS Sterling silver fleur-de-lis style tulip studs inspired by the beautifully decaying stone flowers at 5 East 92nd Street. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $85 or more
4 backers
FLOWER SHIELD EARRINGS
Sterling silver flower shield dangle earrings inspired by 1021 Park Avenue. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $125 or more
1 backer
RACING HARE PENDANT Racing hare pendant in bronze on chain inspired by 1040 Park Avenue. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $175 or more
3 backers
FLOWER SHIELD PENDANT Sterling silver flower shield pendant on heavy sterling silver chain, inspired by 1021 Park Avenue. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $185 or more
2 backers
FLOWER #19 PENDANT Sterling silver geometric flower pendant on heavy sterling silver chain, inspired by the art deco building at 19 East 88th Street.
Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $225 or more
2 backers All gone!
PRIVATE CONCERT! I will come to your house and play a full set of 10 songs on my guitar for you and whomever you invite. (In NYC or you must provide transportation.) Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $285 or more
1 backer
FLOWER #19 DIAMOND PENDANT Sterling silver geometric flower pendant with 2mm diamond on heavy sterling silver chain, inspired by the art deco building at 19 East 88th Street.
Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $345 or more
1 backer
FLOWER #19 CUFFLINKS Sterling silver geometric flower cufflinks inspired by the art deco building at 19 East 88th Street. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $430 or more
0 backers
RACING HARE BROOCH/PENDANT
Sterling silver racing hare convertible brooch/pendant inspired by 1040 Park Avenue.
Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $495 or more
0 backers
FLOWER #19 DIAMOND CUFFLINKS Sterling silver geometric flower cufflinks with 2mm diamonds inspired by the art deco building at 19 East 88th Street. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $1,000 or more
0 backers Limited (2 left of 2)
SONG
I will write and make a recording of a song about you or your person or animal of choice. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $1,150 or more
2 backers
HINGED CUFF
Sterling silver hinged cuff inspired by the planter outside 11 East 88th Street, made to fit your wrist. Plus rewards #1, #2, #3 and #4.Estimated delivery:
Funding period
- (30 days)
