sand dune sculpted PVC bangle 3606

Ordinary CPVC pipe transformed into a sculptural bangle reminiscent of aeolian forms seen on beaches and windblown snow drifts. The outer shell is a bright white the core is a creamy beige color exposed during the carving process. Surface texture is matte with small irregularities emulating the aging of ancient objects although this is an entirely new artifact.

No animal products used in this piece.

8 1/2" (216 mm)
2 3/4" (70 mm)
1 1/2" (43 mm)

1.3 oz / 38 g

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incised wave pattern wide bangle bracelet 3559

Incised pattern wide bangle bracelet made from modern thermoplastic materials. The pattern of grooves and stippling is based on ancestral heritage design. The stylized wave pattern is created by the hand held tools and free form application.

The geometry
7 1/2" (191 mm)
2 3/8" (60 mm)
1 7/8" (48 mm)

1.6 oz  48 g

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distressed bangle bracelet 3561

Irregular somewhat distressed form made from thermoplastic surface defects scratches dents and dings emulate age of use textures of damage survival

8 5/8" (219 mm)
2 3/4" (68 mm)
2" (51 mm)

1.5 oz (44g)

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design and photographs © copyright 2015

pin locking cuff bracelet PVC bracelet large bangle upper arm cuff 3557

Simple geometric circular form of white thermoplastic (PVC) with interlocking pinned connections. Connections are secured with brass pins friction fit in precision drilled holes. The finish is a smooth matte with small irregularities

the geometry
8 5/8" (220 mm)
2 3/4" (70 mm)
1 1/2" (41 mm)


3.1 oz (89 g)

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design and photographs © copyright 2015 WhatKnotShop

copper bangle bracelets 3518

Simple elemental form
oval shape
brushed finish
no coatings, wax or varnish
made with squared flattened ends
bendable to fit

multiple sizes
made for stacking in groups
1.4 oz
42 g

These are part of a developing collection of all handmade modern artifacts exploring the contemporary interpretation of imagined objects brought into existence from memory.


Available here

design and photographs © copyright 2015 WhatKnotShop

tribal style aluminum bracelet 3517

Round aluminum stock formed and distressed with dot and slash patterns into a simple oval bangle with brushed matte finish. Designed to be stacked with other bracelets this lightweight piece is anatomically correct and comfortable.


This re-creation is part of the Handmade Artifacts collection.

8 3/4" (223 mm) inside circumference
3 1/8" (76 mm) x 2 1/2" (64 mm)
3/8" (9 mm)

This piece is part of a developing collection of all handmade modern artifacts exploring the contemporary interpretation of imagined objects brought into existence from memory.


available here 

design and photographs © copyright 2015 WhatKnotShop

clay and leather artifact bracelet 3506

 Burned clay and soft sueded leather wrapped around the core of this modern artifact recall the amulets that protected people from the evil spirits of the underworld. This re-creation is an imaginary interpretation of ancient form made with modern materials.

 Inside the suede bag is a secret string of sinew and wood that holds the clay stumps in an erect position. The stretched penetrations suggest an emerging growing presence as each antler like form emerges from within.

A simple toggle and loop closure secures the open end. Made with all-new materials.

This piece is part of a developing collection of all handmade modern artifacts exploring the contemporary interpretation of imagined natural objects brought into existence from memory.


Available here

design and photographs © copyright 2015 WhatKnotShop

handmade clay bracelet 3504

 New materials and ancient inspiration combine in this modern relic clay bracelet. Pyramidal spikes made out of textured clay are placed on an adjustable nylon cord with spacers to call forth the sprites of the ancients to protect the modern warrior in the daily battle.

A little bit like teeth or pieces of antler the clay has been mixed in a custom color then baked to harden and fuse. This is a modern relic discovered through a process of creation, dug up from the unconscious.

 The closure is a simple button and loop. The cord can slide through the small orange glass bead to provide continuous adjustment from 7 1/2" to 8" (or larger) circumference.

This design is part of the Handmade Artifacts project which re-creates ancient forms in modern materials.

This piece is part of a developing collection of all handmade modern artifacts exploring the contemporary interpretation of imagined natural objects brought into existence from memory.


Look for this and other modern relics coming soon to a new venue.

design and photographs © copyright 2015 WhatKnotShop

bone bangle h PVC plastic bracelet

 bone bangle h




                      available here

 7 1/2" 183 mm circumference
2 5/8" 67 mm N-S
2 1/8" 53 mm E-W
1/4" 7 mm thick

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series b
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series d
series e
series f
series g

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bone bangle g PVC plastic bracelet

 bone bangle g




                      available here

7 1/4" 182 mm circumference
2 1/2 65 mm north-south
2 1/8" 52 mm east-west
1/4" 7 mm thick

series a
series b
series c
series d
series e
series f

series h

design and photographs © copyright 2014 WhatKnotShop

bone bangle f PVC plastic bracelet

series f




                      available here

7 5/8" 193 mm circumference
2 7/8" 74 mm north to south
2 1/8" 54 mm east to west
1/2" 12 mm thick

series a
series b
series c
series d
series e

series g
series h

design and photographs © copyright 2014 WhatKnotShop

bone bangle e PVC plastic bracelet

 bone bangle e





                      available here

6 7/8" 172 mm circumference
2 3/8" 60 mm north to south
2 1/8" 51 mm east to west
1/8" 6 mm thick

series a
series b
series c
series d

series f
series g
series h


design and photographs © copyright 2014 WhatKnotShop

bone bangle d PVC plastic bracelet

 series d





                      available here

 7 1/8" 200 mm circumference
2 7/8" 74 mm north to south
2 1/8" 54 mm east to west
1/4" to 1/2" thick

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series e
series f
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design and photographs © copyright 2014 WhatKnotShop

bone bangle c PVC plastic bracelet

 series c





                      available here

7 3/4" 197 mm circumference
2 3/4" 70 mm north to south
2 1/4" 57 mm east to west
~1/4" 7 mm thick

series a
series b

series d
series e
series f
series g
series h

design and photographs © copyright 2014 WhatKnotShop

bone bangle b PVC plastic bangle bracelet

 series b




                      available here

6 5/8" 168 mm circumference
2" 51 mm diameter
1/2" 1/4" wide

available soon

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series c
series d
series e
series f
series g
series h

design and photographs © copyright 2014 WhatKnotShop

bone bangle a PVC bracelet

 series a




                      available here

7 1/4" 185 mm circumference
2 3/4" 69 mm north to south
2" 51 mm east to west
1/2" 13 mm wide

series b
series c
series d
series e
series f
series g
series h

 more here

design and photographs © copyright 2014 WhatKnotShop

2 button cuff with beads 3046

 Made with autumn colors of faded red, brown, black, rust, tan hand dyed cord. Large size 8 5/8" (219 mm) circumference. Mold formed with high tensile strength nylon thread edge stitched.

 Glass seed beads are seamed into the cord fabric. Two buttons and loops secure the closure.

              Available here






design and photographs © copyright 2013 WhatKnotShop