The maker behind the magic
About Symbolic
Every pendant begins as an idea, a symbol that has meant something to someone, somewhere, for thousands of years. My work is to honour that meaning and make it wearable.
How it Began…
Symbolic was born out of my lifelong fascination with sacred geometry and ancient symbols, and my desire to surround myself with these beautiful patterns of existence. So, what better way to do that than to wear them? I also love the idea that a simple geometric shape can carry the weight of an entire spiritual tradition, a culture's understanding of the cosmos, or a person's most private intention.
I discovered resin art during a period of personal transformation, and something clicked immediately. I liked the way resin captures light and depth, and it felt like the perfect medium for symbols that are themselves about depth and meaning.
What started as a personal meditative practice, a relaxing hobby, became something I wanted to share with others. I began making pendants for friends as gifts, and the response was immediate and moving. People weren't just drawn to how the pendants looked, they were drawn to the unique qualities the symbols embodied, to the way the symbols made them feel, and what they meant. That is when I knew this was more than a hobby.
The Crafting Process…
Each pendant is made entirely by hand, one at a time, in my studio in Winnipeg, Canada.
Design & Intention
Every piece begins with en intension to create something beautiful. I study each symbol, its geometric proportions and marvel at the way it glistens and catches the light. The designs I choose to work with each day have to feel right!
Preparing
I wash all of my moulds and carefully dry them. I prepare my workspace with great care. I set out all of my supplies, making sure all surfaces and tools are spotlessly clean. This is so important when working with resin.
Mixing & Pouring
I carefully measure out and mix the parts of the resin by hand. I pour the clear mixture into each mould. This takes great precision and patience, making sure the right amount of resin is poured. Not too little, or too much, but just right!
Setting & Perfecting
Now comes time to set each symbol. This part needs to be really quick as the resin is slowly beginning to thicken. Placing the symbol just right, and chasing small bubbles away takes great deal of patience too, and so much precision and concentration.
Curing & Sanding
The pendants take at least two days to cure before they can be released from the mold. The finishing process then begins by sanding through progressively finer grits until the surface and all edges are perfectly smooth.
Polishing & Finishing
The final polish brings out the depth and clarity of the resin. Hardware is added by hand. Jump rings and their sizes are carefully chosen to complement each piece. Finally each pendant is carefully wrapped.
Materials
I am particular about how every pendant is made.
Epoxy Resin
High-quality, UV-resistant, BPA-free, non-toxic epoxy resin. It is crystal clear and built to last.
Symbols
Most of the symbols imbedded in resin are made of a thin copper layer. One side of the symbol is covered with gold or silver coloured plating.
Hardware
Stainless steel or premium alloy findings of different sizes are added, with plating that resists rust and fading through repeated use.
Packaging
Each pendant is fastened to a display card, wrapped in a clear self-sealing bag. An insert describing the symbol's meaning, history and its origins is included with each pendant, ready to give or to keep.
"I make these for the people who feel something when they hold a symbol and who want to carry a piece of something ancient and meaningful with them every day."
Explore the collection
Browse every symbol, every size. Each one handmade, each one meaningful.