Rachael Colley
Rachael Colley
Sha-Green
The Sha-green series presents food waste, in the form of discarded citrus fruit peel, as a biodegradable vegan alternative to the traditionally animal-based luxury material shagreen (ray or shark skin). This scented substance comes alive when worn; as it is warmed by the body it emits a subtle fruity fragrance. The pieces could be seen as a form of cause jewellery, as they are specifically designed to draw attention to issues around sustainability and climate change.
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Sha-green brooch denatured citrus fruit peel, sintered aluminium, stainless steel 5.4 x 2.5 x 6.7cm |
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Sha-green bracelet denatured citrus fruit peel, sintered aluminium 9.4 x 5.4 x 10.2cm |
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Sha-green pendant denatured citrus fruit peel, sintered aluminium, fabric cord 3.3 x 3.3 x 46.3cm |