The Spider Brooch is a handcrafted sterling silver brooch made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, curiosity cabinets and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with a real spider, chosen for its delicate legs, small body and intricate natural form. Through the moulding and casting process, the spider has been recreated in sterling silver, transforming the original specimen into a lasting wearable object.
Worn as a brooch, the spider becomes a small sculptural talisman: symbolic, quietly gothic and connected to the strange beauty found in overlooked creatures. It can be pinned to clothing, scarves, hats or heavier fabrics as a subtle curiosity for the body.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each brooch is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original spider was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 3 cm x 2.5 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more brooches.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Spider Brooch made from a real spider?
A: The finished brooch is made from sterling silver, not organic material. The design began with a real spider, which was carefully moulded so its delicate legs, body and surface detail could be preserved before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: What does spider jewellery symbolise?
A: Spiders are often associated with patience, creativity, weaving and transformation. Within the Curios Collection, the spider also reflects my interest in natural history, preservation and the beauty found in small, unusual specimens.
Q3: How can I wear the Spider Brooch?
A: The Spider Brooch can be worn on jackets, coats, scarves, hats or heavier fabrics where the pin can sit securely. Its sculptural form makes it suitable as both wearable jewellery and a small collectible object.
The Spider Brooch is a handcrafted sterling silver brooch made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, curiosity cabinets and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with a real spider, chosen for its delicate legs, small body and intricate natural form. Through the moulding and casting process, the spider has been recreated in sterling silver, transforming the original specimen into a lasting wearable object.
Worn as a brooch, the spider becomes a small sculptural talisman: symbolic, quietly gothic and connected to the strange beauty found in overlooked creatures. It can be pinned to clothing, scarves, hats or heavier fabrics as a subtle curiosity for the body.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each brooch is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original spider was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 3 cm x 2.5 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more brooches.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Spider Brooch made from a real spider?
A: The finished brooch is made from sterling silver, not organic material. The design began with a real spider, which was carefully moulded so its delicate legs, body and surface detail could be preserved before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: What does spider jewellery symbolise?
A: Spiders are often associated with patience, creativity, weaving and transformation. Within the Curios Collection, the spider also reflects my interest in natural history, preservation and the beauty found in small, unusual specimens.
Q3: How can I wear the Spider Brooch?
A: The Spider Brooch can be worn on jackets, coats, scarves, hats or heavier fabrics where the pin can sit securely. Its sculptural form makes it suitable as both wearable jewellery and a small collectible object.
