An alloy is a combination of two or more metals. In the purpose of jewelry making, alloys are used to change the hardness or color of certain metals.

Pure silver for example, is very soft. It scratches and bends easily and isn’t suitable for daily wear.

Copper is a much harder metal.

When you add a tiny bit of copper to the pure silver, you get sterling silver. Sterling is much more durable metal gaining strength from the copper. The downside is that it takes on its tarnishing properties as well.

Some individuals may experience a slight chemical reaction on their skin due to the copper, resulting in a greenish tint where the jewelry was resting.

It is harmless and can be washed off easily with soap and water. These effects can be minimized by keeping your metal clean and dry.

• Sterling, brass and bronze have been used for centuries in jewelry making and I can appreciate the tradition of it. 
• They do not irritate sensitive skin. I have eczema on my hands. This is a BIG selling point for me.
• Gold is quickly approaching $3000 an ounce. I want my jewelry to be more attainable to the general populous. These metals closely mimic white, yellow and rose gold.
• I have discontinued selling yellow gold plated items, because I simply didn’t feel good about it.
  Gold plated jewelry is composed of a base metal (in my case, sterling silver) covered by a thin layer of gold. With time, that gold layer begins to wear away from natural friction. The only solution here is to have the piece re-plated professionally, which is unrealistic for a lot of people.
  
  My jewelry is not disposable. I want you to be able to love your piece for years and hand it down to the next generation, while maintaining it from the convenience of your home.