As an artist, I am always on the hunt for something 'unique and unusual'. And when it comes to jewelry, I find myself searching for statement pieces that are not only timeless - but bold and unmatched.

Further, I'm a pretty low maintenance person. So jewelry that requires minimal upkeep, is a must. I'm also quite active, and once I started my retail job a few years ago- I quickly realized just how careless I could (admittedly) be with the jewelry I wore.

Necklaces would catch on hangers and hooks- making them snap. Bracelets would catch on threads of clothing- and when I took my hand away- the sweater I snagged would sometimes follow suit.

Unsurprisingly, my problematic experience with costume jewelry only got worse. Wearing necklaces for an entire shift made my skin ITCHY, a red dotted rash where the metal had been, now scaled the circumference of my neck. I also realized how quickly my jewelry tarnished, having to dispose of it much sooner than I liked. 

So I started making my own!

Focusing on Quality, Sustainability, and Allergy Sensitivity- I am a small, one woman business sharing her love for industrial style fashion and top quality crystal.

Not only was my (very) itchy skin an incentive to look into Hypoallergenic Metal- but also because of my struggles with Celiac Disease (an allergy to gluten).

It made me aware of just how frustrating everyday life could be, to those who had allergies or multiple sensitivities. 
Ideally, something you have no control over, should NEVER prevent you from experiencing the world in the same way others can. And while I know that can't be the case for every scenario one encounters-

I strive to make my shop the exception.  

Therefore, all of the materials I use in my work, are high quality and allergy sensitive! Most of the Hypoallergenic Metals I craft from, include: Gold, White Gold, 925 Sterling Silver, Gold Vermeil or "Silver Guilt", Niobium, Implant Grade Surgical Steel, Implant Grade Titanium, 304/316L Stainless Steel, and Genuine Stone. 

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Thank You so much for taking an interest in my art and business!
Happy Shopping (: 

                                                           - CRYPTIC CREATIONS Owner,
                                                                                                Brittney Arielle