Plastron silver necklace with a stained glass pendant showcasing a pressed ivy leaf and a key charm

Sanctuary Spell necklace - Stained glass ivy and key plastron necklace

Enter your secret garden with the Sanctuary Spell necklace. This handcrafted delicate piece of jewelry showcases a stained glass pendant designed to carry the secrecy of nature's whispers wherever you go. Encased within thin glass are real pressed ivy leaves, each carefully selected and arranged to highlight their intricate beauty and rich symbolism. Some leaves and key charms add poetry to this unique design.

The Sanctuary Spell necklace offers a variety of shapes to suit your taste. They will make a stunning addition to your collection or a thoughtful gift for someone special.

They were harvested in the wild, respectfully of nature, or in my in laws' garden.

They are chemical free (no pesticide, no preservative).
Ivy thrives in abandoned places, much like a secrets keeper. Working on the Sanctuary Spell necklace, I connected with the idea of the inner garden, self-preservation and the safe place. The little key falling right in the hollow of the neck just had to complete this jewel.

This piece is very much inspired by The Secret Garden story, wrotten by Frances Hodgson Burnett in 1911. I grew up matching its 1993 movie adptation by Agnieszka Holland again and again. Years (decades shh..) later, I read the book with my daughter.
I remain fascinated by the entrance of the secret garden, that thick curtain of ivy which hides that reverie of a garden and young Mary's true self.
Glass pendants sizes are (height includes the bail):

1. Height: 4.5 cm (1.7 in), width: 3.5 cm (1.4 in)

2. Height: 4.5 cm (1.7 in), width: 3.5 cm (1.4 in)

3. Height: 4 cm (1.6 in), width: 3.5 cm (1.4 in)

4. Height: 4 cm (1.6 in), width: 2.5 cm (1 in)

5. Height: 4 cm (1.6 in), width: 3 cm (1.2 in)

The necklace length is adjusted to your neck size thanks to the dedicated section. Every necklace has a 5 cm (2 in) chain extension.
On the pictures on which I wear it, it's fastened to its shortest and it's adjusted to my neck (33 cm or 13 in).
The pendants are handmade in my workshop in southern France using the Tiffany stained glass technique. I learned to master it with a heritage conservator and restorer. I use reclaimed glass, jewelry pewter (lead free) and real pressed plants.

The chains and findings are mostly made in Europe out of brass and a silvery galvanization (fine silver galvanization for the chains). They are heavy metals free (lead, cadmium and nickel free).
Storing: Spells necklaces are better stored hanging on a hook or in their original boxes to prevent tangling. Be sure to choose a dark and dry space

Cleaning: use the micro-fiber cloth provided to gently polish the glass parts

General: manipulate gently and avoid letting it fall as it might break (although it's less fragile than it seems!). Don’t wear it when you exercise, sleep... Avoid water: showers, baths, swimming, high humidity (sauna, hammam…), don’t store it in the bathroom.
Tangling doesn't happen as frequently as it seems and untangling is easy. You can also browse the help section.
True pieces of nature inhabit your jewelry: their colors might change over time, giving it a nice antique look. You can slow the process by storing your jewelry in the dark.
Shipping: your order will be sent between 1-5 working days after receipt of payment (except if said otherwise in the header) through the French post service with tracking. I ship worldwide and the cost will adapt once you enter your address.

Returns: they are accepted within 14 days after delivery. Return shipping costs are not included in the refund. Refund takes place within 14 days after the products get back to me.

More information in the general terms and conditions.