What is steampunk?

Steampunk is an imaginative style of jewellery I love.
It encorporates vintage victoriana with modern machinary to make truely unique pieces of jewellery.
The pendant below is a good example of Steampunk, as it shows the romance of the swallow next to the machinary of the clock and cogs. For people wanting to create this jewellery for themselves, this pendant is my best seller.

This style is a great way to upcycle too. Most pieces are made from watches or old keys, which aren't to hard to find, but be careful with some old watches which glow in dark because they may contain Radium. Radium is radioactive, so even though the levels maybe low, its often best just to steer clear to stay on the side of caution.
Printed paper is another great thing to use in a locket. One piece i saw recently used old miniture pictures of steamships on charms which they had weathered, they hung from a intricate pearl necklace. It looked simple but was very effective.
Ive been dying to give this style a go for Fashion Magpie Jewellery for a while now, so think i may make steampunk my next project, it a bit different to my usual designs for it should be a great challenge for me, and i look forward to showing you how i get on