This listing is for an individually, handcrafted, solid sterling silver, cable stitch needle assist / shawl pin.
I have two sizes and 2 metals - either 1.8mm or 2mm diameter, in sterling (these are fully hallmarked) or 2mm in copper.
In my ongoing knitting adventures, I've learned that sometimes it's necessary to use a cable needle and actually knit from it. I've also learnt that life's too short for me to cable socks :-)
Having received requests for cable needles that would have some level of grip, and also double as a decorative item, I came up with these.
They measure (on average) 72mm in length, and have a curve approximating 20mm
If you'd like me to adjust one especially for you to have one leg longer than the other, then simply give me instructions when placing your order and I'll do that before posting it.
I've pushed the points towards each other, but you'll be able to adjust that if you wish, and I've burred my trademark dots into the bends - this means that the stitches or fabric will move smoothly over the working areas, but won't slip off if you want to push the needle through and drop it whilst knitting. It also makes for an understated look on a garment.
If you like to put your hair into a pleat, it might work there too ;-)
All my silver is now bought as certified recycled eco-silver, made from 100% scrap / recycled silver which has been fully refined to ensure it is of the same quality as traditional sterling, but of course without the environmental impact of mining it.
Cable needle or shawl pin, sterling or copper
Sterling Silver will eventually oxidise or tarnish. It's a natural process that can be slowed down by regular wear and by keeping unworn items away from the atmosphere. If you leave your jewellery out on display, this oxidisation will be faster. You can polish up your items, with a soft cloth, some silver polish, or a buffing cloth such as Town Talk, which is readily available from any high street jewellers in the UK
Fine silver is 99.9% silver, and because of this the tarnish rate is much, much slower. Again, a buff should do the job for polishing it back up. If I have patinated your silver already, be gentle when buffing!
Each piece should stand up to regular wear, but , as with all jewellery, please remove it before washing, using chemicals or applying perfume etc
Apply body lotion and perfume a few minutes before putting on your jewellery to help slow down tarnish
The sterling silver used in these items was sold to me by my bullion dealer ass certified recycled.
he gemstones I use have been sold to me by reputable dealers as untreated (unless stated specifically in the listing). They are a natural, organic creation from the earth and each one will be slightly different. You can see examples of this on my Facebook page.
I select the stones that I think go together best for each project, hence my comments that each item is individual.