# agentsite-static-version=edf27ed0-2ad5-4d6f-be75-feb4bac232bf # balefiregoods.com > AI-optimized mirror of balefiregoods.com containing 248 pages totalling 133,820 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://balefiregoods.com. Last updated: 2026-09-27T05:40:50.670Z. Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG). ## Homepage - [Balefire Goods | Artisan Custom Jewelry | Olde Town Arvada Jeweler](/content/site-root.html): Balefire Goods is a custom jeweler and collection of artisan jewelry, art, and gifts. Our independent jeweler works with local clients in the Denver and Arvada areas and worldwide. Specializing in custom jewelry, engagement rings, and wedding bands. (902 words) ## Articles & Blog Posts - [Gemstone Series – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/gemstone-series/index.html): Balefire Goods (16 words) - [We Dream in Colour – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/we-dream-in-colour/index.html): Jade Gedeon creates bold jewelry from a diversity of influences from across the globe and throughout history. She was born in the US, raised in Trinidad, and subsequently lived in the UK, Denmark and Australia before returning to the US. Always an artist, she leverages her studies in industrial design and art history t (71 words) - [Sale – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/sale/index.html): Balefire Goods (33 words) - [Tuggle Designs Jewelry – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/tuggle-designs/index.html): Tuggle Designs was born of the mutual passion for one-of-a-kind, handcrafted jewelry from husband-and-wife team Matthew and Lauren Tuggle. Their jewelry is an example of classic engraving and metalsmithing techniques being utilized in modern ways to play with color and contrast, negative space and patterns.  Tuggle Des (33 words) - [Ring Styles – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/ring-styles/index.html): Balefire Goods (842 words) - [News & Events – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/news/index.html): Balefire Goods (43 words) - [Gold Cat Post Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/cat-gold-post-earrings/index.html): A golden furry friend ready to adorn you! Made from 14k yellow gold with two diamonds for eyes. They measure 1/4 inches across. Priced as single (1) studs, select '2' if interested in purchasing a pair. Handmade in California. (746 words) - [Medium Bar Necklace – Balefire Goods](/content/products/medium-bar-necklace/index.html): A petite 1" 10k rose gold bar is fixed on a 16 1/2" sterling silver chain.  (696 words) - [Spiral Studs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/spiral-studs/index.html): Hand-forged sterling silver spiral stud earrings. Earrings measure about an inch in length. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO. (705 words) - [Chain Studs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/chain-studs/index.html): Matching sets of asymmetrical chains hang from a simple stud earring. Earrings hang just over 3 inches in length. Handmade in Manitou Springs, Colorado. (713 words) - [Christmas Tree Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/christmas-tree-earrings/index.html): Hand forged sterling silver Christmas tree designs on silver earwire. Tree measures just over 1", earrings hang 2.". Handmade in Manitou Springs, Colorado. (719 words) - [Flora Earrings: Silver – Balefire Goods](/content/products/flora-earrings/index.html): Minimal shapes cascade to create a modern, chic floral motif. Made of hand-cut sterling silver with a brushed finish, with sterling silver earwire. 2.5" in length, 1" in width. Handmade in Denver, CO. (695 words) - [Curved Square Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/curved-square-earrings/index.html): These yellow gold-fill post earrings feature a unique curved and concave square with a textured interior and a bright, polished edge. Each earring measures just shy of 3/8 of an inch across. Handmade in Westminster, CO.   (744 words) - [Hoopla Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/hoopla-earrings/index.html): Two silver metal circles drop for forward facing movement. These earrings are 2" inches. Handmade by Tuke in Boulder, CO, USA.  (664 words) - [Private Events – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/private-events/index.html): Balefire Goods (24 words) - [Life Cycle: Fertile Hands (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/life-cycle-fertile-hands/index.html): Chromogenic photographic print on metallic paper, open edition, signed by Valerie Savarie. 8"x10" paper size. Original created from an altered and painted book. Handmade in Denver, Colorado. (713 words) - [Art – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/art/index.html): Balefire Goods (17 words) - [Guardian of the Sky (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/guardian-of-the-sky/index.html): Chromogenic photographic print on metallic paper, open edition, signed by Valerie Savarie. 8"x10" paper size. Original created from an altered Empire Strikes Back book based on the movie published in 1980. Handmade in Denver, Colorado. (726 words) - [Resistance: Beauty is the Beast – Balefire Goods](/content/products/resistance-beauty-is-the-beast/index.html): Chromogenic photographic print on metallic paper, open edition, signed by Valerie Savarie. 8"x10" paper size.   Original created from Star Trek: First Contact, 1996 (702 words) - [Ellipse Studs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/ellipse-studs/index.html): Petite 5/8 inch long sterling silver ellipse studs with a matte brush finish. Handmade in Frankfurt, Germany. (657 words) - [Three Circle Drop Earring – Balefire Goods](/content/products/three-circle-drop-earring/index.html): Three ascending sterling silver circles cascade 2.5 inches in length. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO. (662 words) - [Silver Night Charm in Champagne Diamond – Balefire Goods](/content/products/silver-night-charm-in-champagne-diamond/index.html): This silver charm has hand engraving surrounding a beautiful champagne diamond set in the center. It shines with a satin finish.  The pendant is 6.5mm wide and glides along a sterling silver chain adjustable between 16 and 18 inches. Handmade in Rhinebeck, New York (713 words) - [Flush Diamond Band – Balefire Goods](/content/products/flush-diamond-band/index.html): This 18k rose gold band is home to five 2mm lab-grown diamonds. This half-eternity style can be worn as a sparkling addition to any ring or works perfectly well on its own. Size 6.25 and can be sized for any wearer. 2.5mm in width. Diamonds total .15ctw and are GH VS. Made in house at Balefire Goods (Arvada, CO).  (752 words) - [Loop in Loop Ring – Balefire Goods](/content/products/loop-in-loop-ring/index.html): Made from a single piece of metal, this brushed sterling silver ring is an easy way to add a moment of modernity to any ensemble. Currently a size 7.75 and can to be resized. Handmade in Frankfurt, Germany.  (783 words) - [Curt Hammerly – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/curt-hammerly/index.html): Balefire Goods (36 words) - [Concave Square Dangles – Balefire Goods](/content/products/concave-square-dangles/index.html): A dangling pair of square sterling silver earrings with a concave flare. These studs are 3/8th of an inch across.  Handmade in Denver, CO. (716 words) - [Oak – Balefire Goods](/content/products/oak/index.html): Photo composite of insect wings coated in resin by artist Lauri Dunn. 16" x 16" wall mounted and ready to hang. Handmade in Denver, CO. (696 words) - [Tear Hoop Earrings - S - GF – Balefire Goods](/content/products/tear-hoop-earrings-s-gf/index.html): 14k yellow gold filled wire is shaped into elongated teardrop ear wires and features several bright sterling silver beads on the bottom. Made in Portland, OR, USA  (733 words) - [Aspen Rain Necklace – Balefire Goods](/content/products/aspen-rain-necklace/index.html): This unique necklace begins with hand forged silver stems. Small slightly oxidized silver leaves accent the hinges. A large and small leaf complete this piece at its center with long stems.  This necklace adjusts from 17 to 19 inches in length, and the hanging "branches" are 1.25 inches long. Handmade in Pittsburgh, PA (732 words) - [Hammered Rectangle Studs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/hammered-rectangle-studs/index.html): Delicate hammered sterling silver rectangular studs, 1/2 an inch tall. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO. (699 words) - [Four Parabolic Disc Necklace – Balefire Goods](/content/products/four-parabolic-disc-necklace/index.html): Four connected sterling silver domed discs are just under 7/8 inches wide, and hang on a 16" sterling silver chain. Handmade in Denver, CO, USA (722 words) - [Mixed Metal Intertwined Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/mixed-metal-hooped-earrings/index.html): These earrings feature the unity between an oxidized sterling silver hoops and a 14k yellow gold-filled hoops to create a dangling interlocking of flattened discs. The pair of earrings contain six 1mm white diamonds totaling to .03ct. They are on sterling silver posts and measure 1 1/4 inches in length. Made in Westmin (724 words) - [Secrets are Hard to Keep (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-mysteries-within-the-waters-1/index.html): The original of this piece is made from an altered and painted book and is inspired by "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets". Unframed. Made in Denver, Colorado. Chromogenic photographic print on metallic paper, open edition, signed by Valerie Savarie. 8"x10" paper size. (702 words) - [The Narrow Facet Band – Balefire Goods](/content/products/facet-band/index.html): This narrow facet band is a perfect bit of edginess for a wedding band in any width. Each band varies slightly in the placement and angle of the facets. *This ring is made to order, and can be ready within 2-4 weeks. Priced here for 2.5mm-3.5mm in width, this ring can be crafted in any size, metal, finish, and width yo (852 words) - [Hammered Pendant – Balefire Goods](/content/products/hammered-pendant/index.html): This necklace features a 3mm champagne colored .10 carat diamond. The stone sparkles beautifully against the oxidized sterling silver. A hand wrought bail attaches it to a substantial oxidized sterling silver rounded box chain.  Pendant measures 1.5 inches in length and 1 inch in width, chain measures 25 inches. Handma (745 words) - [SAP103- Bicolor Geometric Shield Sapphire – Balefire Goods](/content/products/bicolor-geometric-sapphire/index.html): This captivating Sapphire was mined in Navitigala, Sri Lanka. Bright splashes of blue are interspersed within the gemstone. Using the "old heat" method, this stone has been heated in a furnace to improve the clarity (by melting needles inside the stone called rutile needles) and also improve the blue color. This heat t (734 words) - [Oval Wrap Dish Set – Balefire Goods](/content/products/oval-wrap-dish-set/index.html): A set of three handmade porcelain trays with overlapping sides. A small black dot accents the sides of all three dishes. Microwave and dishwasher safe. The largest tray is approximately 12" x 6" and the smallest is 6" x 3" Handmade in Lafayette, CO. (756 words) - [Teardrop Botanical Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/teardrop-botanical-earrings/index.html): A mix of blackened sterling silver and 24k gold are combined to create these contemporary earrings. A light texture of leaves and branches has been applied to the metal for added interest.  Handmade in Westminster, Colorado.  (710 words) - [Slippery Slope (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-rebels-repose/index.html): The original of this piece is made from an altered and painted book and is inspired by "Star Wars". Unframed. Made in Denver, Colorado. Chromogenic photographic print on metallic paper, open edition, signed by Valerie Savarie. 8"x10" paper size. (736 words) - [Donna Veverka – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/donna-veverka/index.html): Donna Veverka is a studio jeweler currently living and working in Boston. She exhibits her jewelry at museums, galleries and juried craft shows nationally and internationally. Donna received the 2013 Massachusetts Cultural Council Artist Fellowship Award for Crafts. Her work had been featured in Metalsmith and American (33 words) - [A Long Time Ago in a State Far Far Way I Dreamt I Was a Princess (Prin – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-slippery-slope/index.html): The original of this piece is made from an altered and painted book and is inspired by "Star Wars". Chromogenic photographic print on metallic paper, open edition, signed by Valerie Savarie. Print measures 8x10 inches. Handmade in Denver, Colorado. (701 words) - [Prey For The Future of Life (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-from-hells-heart-i-stab-at-thee/index.html): This piece is made from a carved into, painted, and embroidered Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home book. Approximately  5.75"w x 8.5"h x .625"d. Altered book, acryla gouache, watercolor, and thread Prints of this piece are printed on 8" x 10" metallic archival paper and hand signed individually. (759 words) - [Tuke Jewelry – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/tuke/index.html): Tuke is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans metalsmithing, encaustics, and photography and has been including in prestigious shows such as Colorado's Art of the State show. Her work is influenced by the mechanical world, architecture, bridges, industrial design, constructivist art, and found objects. Tuke's met (32 words) - [From Hell's Heart I Stab At Thee (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-the-force-within/index.html): This piece is a print of an original made from a carved into, painted, and embroidered Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan book.  Prints of this piece are printed on 8" x 10" metallic archival paper and hand signed individually. Handmade in Denver, CO. (754 words) - [The Force Within (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-be-your-own-hero/index.html): This piece is made from a carved into, painted, and embroidered Empire Strikes Back book. Approximately  5.75"w x 8.5"h x .625"d. Altered book, acryla gouache, watercolor, and thread Prints of this piece are printed on 8" x 10" metallic archival paper and hand signed individually. (752 words) - [Be Your Own Hero (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/be-your-own-hero/index.html): This piece is made from a carved into, painted, and embroidered Star Wars: A New Hope book. Features acryla gouache, watercolor, and thread Approximately  5.75"w x 8.5"h x .625"d. Prints of this piece are printed on 8" x 10" metallic archival paper and hand signed individually. Handmade in Denver, CO. (756 words) - [Mini Heart Necklace - GF – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-mini-heart-necklace-oxss/index.html): A perfect token of love, this necklace features an adorable yellow gold filled heart on an adjustable 16 - 18 inch gold filled chain with sterling silver accents.  The heart is 3/8 inches wide. Handmade in Portland, OR. (718 words) - [SAP124A-C- Spring Sapphire Trio – Balefire Goods](/content/products/spring-sapphire-trio/index.html): A trio of three cheerful round sapphires, a soft peach pink, a yellow with tones of green, and a rich fuchsia.  A. Peach - 5.15mm and .56ct B. Yellow - 4.9mm and .48ct C. Purple - 4.95mm and .52ct We love making custom pieces of jewelry just for you, contact us to inquire about making a custom piece of jewelry with thi (791 words) - [Friend For A Millennia (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/a-friend-for-a-millennia/index.html): This piece is made from a carved into, painted, and embroidered  Han Solo's Revenge book. Approximately  5.75"w x 8.5"h x .625"d. Altered book, acryla gouache, watercolor, and thread Prints of this piece are printed on 8" x 10" metallic archival paper and hand signed individually. (748 words) - [Distressed Mechanical Tumbler – Balefire Goods](/content/products/distressed-mechanical-tumbler/index.html): Use this to sip your favorite beverage or to display flowers. Approximately 6.5" tall. These are dishwasher and microwave safe, but hand washing is recommended. Handmade in Denver, CO. (715 words) - [ZIR100- Warm Yellow Zircon – Balefire Goods](/content/products/warm-yellow-zircon/index.html): An orange-yellow pear shaped zircon. This stone has a lovely peach hue. 2.2cts and 8.8mm x 6.5mm We love making custom pieces of jewelry just for you, contact us to inquire about making a custom piece of jewelry with this stone. (746 words) - [V is for... (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/v-is-for/index.html): An 8x10 metallic print of Valerie Savarie's "V is for...". The original piece is made from a recycled Star Trek book that has been carved into and painted. Handmade in Denver, Colorado, USA. (727 words) - [Alice in Wonderland print pack – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-cleansing-of-spirit-print/index.html): Balefire Goods (660 words) - [Mini Heart Necklace - SS – Balefire Goods](/content/products/mini-heart-necklace-oxss/index.html): A perfect token of love, this necklace features an adorable bright sterling silver heart on an adjustable 16 - 18 inch sterling silver chain.  The heart is 3/8 inches wide. Handmade in Portland, OR. (714 words) - [ZIR101- Elongated Green Zircon Pear – Balefire Goods](/content/products/elongated-green-zircon-pear/index.html): A warm green elongated pear shaped zircon. 1.19cts and 8.95mm x 4.7mm We love making custom pieces of jewelry just for you, contact us to inquire about making a custom piece of jewelry with this stone. (737 words) - [Dagger Studs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/dagger-studs/index.html): Petite daggers are crafted in oxidized sterling silver and 24 karat gold leaf with tiny rubies set in the hilt. These studs measure just over a half inch in length. Handmade in Minnesota, USA. (692 words) - [Half Eternity Band – Balefire Goods](/content/products/half-eternity-band/index.html):   This ring can be made in any metal and finish, with any stone, and in any size, as it is custom created. Please allow up to 6 weeks for us to create this just for you.  This price is for a band with 13 1.5mm lab diamonds. (815 words) - [Snow Drop Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/snow-drop-earrings/index.html): Soft peach, light or dark gray pearls dangle between textured and oxidized sterling silver petals that freely sway. These earrings are 1.25 inches in length. Handmade in Pittsburgh, PA. (755 words) - [Satellite Ring – Balefire Goods](/content/products/baleigh-new-ring/index.html): A stunning 14k palladium white gold ring features a mined and recycled, .40ct white diamond center surrounded by a modern diamond halo (0.10ctw). The raised setting on this ring allows for another band to sit flush against the ring.  Size 5.Halo measures 3/8 inches across.  Handmade in Denver, CO. (718 words) - [Signet Ring with Lab Diamonds – Balefire Goods](/content/products/signet-ring/index.html): A unique signet ring made in 14k yellow gold is flush set with 8 lab diamonds of varying shapes.  The lab diamonds are .57cttw, VVS-VS, and the signet top is 1/2 inch across. It is currently a size 5 and can be sized within 2 sizes up or down, or we can create a custom ring of any size. (719 words) - [Jane Hollinger Jewelry – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/jane-hollinger/index.html): Jane Hollinger's love affair with metals began in high school when she worked for a goldsmith and fell hard for the process of working metal. After earning a BFA from the New York College of Art and Design at Alfred University she began Jane Hollinger Jewelry. Hollinger's work is a timeless and modern--made with recycl (25 words) - [QTZ103- Dendritic Quartz – Balefire Goods](/content/products/dendritic-quartz/index.html): A warm quartz with dendritic inclusions. 4.4ct and 10.6mm x 13.8mm We love making custom pieces of jewelry just for you, contact us to inquire about making a custom piece of jewelry with this stone. (739 words) - [BoldB Jewelry – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/boldb/index.html): BoldB is a family business based in Melbourne, Australia. The BoldB brand was born in early 2014 when Britta started working with scrap timbers to create accessories at the Wangaratta Woodworking Club. Later that year she opened her own small studio, where she worked on small-scale production as demand grew.  BoldB dra (41 words) - [MISC114- Geometric Chysophrase – Balefire Goods](/content/products/geometric-chalcedony/index.html): A stunning free form chrysophase cut into a polygon shape. 2.24ct and 12.6mm x 8mm We love making custom pieces of jewelry just for you, contact us to inquire about making a custom piece of jewelry with this stone. (734 words) - [Folded Mugs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/folded-mugs/index.html): A handmade porcelain mug that features an overlap detail and a dimple in the side for your thumb. This mug stands approximately 3.5 inches tall and 3 inches in diameter. Sold individually. Dishwasher and microwave safe.  Handmade in Lafayette, CO. (726 words) - [A Living Temple - Art Print – Balefire Goods](/content/products/sanctuary-art-print/index.html): Known as Strange Dirt, Denver based artist Marsha Robinson's work is highly distinctive with a unique flare of grace and symmetry. She creates full and elegant botanical imagery embraced by bold designs. Her compositions combine both organic and disciplined properties allowing her work to possess a certain fluidity whi (824 words) - [Surrender & Trust - Art Print – Balefire Goods](/content/products/surrender-trust-art-print/index.html): Known as Strange Dirt, Denver based artist Marsha Robinson's work is highly distinctive with a unique flare of grace and symmetry. She creates full and elegant botanical imagery embraced by bold designs. Her compositions combine both organic and disciplined properties allowing her work to possess a certain fluidity whi (814 words) - [Morning Glory Brooch or Boutonniere – Balefire Goods](/content/products/morning-glory-brooch-or-boutonniere/index.html): A sterling silver morning glory brooch or boutonniere with an oxidized background. This piece measures approximately 2.5 x 2 inches. Handmade in Denver, Colorado. (703 words) - [Square Comfort Fit Band – Balefire Goods](/content/products/square-comfort-fit-band/index.html): A 7mm wide band with a square profile and a comfort fit on the inside of the band. This ring can be made in any metal, with any finish (shiny, matte, etc), and in any size. (759 words) - [Pearl Figure 8 Ring – Balefire Goods](/content/products/pearl-figure-8-ring/index.html): A freshwater pearl is set in brushed sterling silver in a beautiful swirled figure eight design. Size 7.5, but can be resized Handmade in Frankfurt, Germany. (720 words) - [Remember Me Trophy II: Antelope (Framed) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-remember-me-trophy-1/index.html): Limited handmade 10"x8" prints in frame (or unframed). Handmade in Denver, Colorado. Traditionally, these prints would be called  "wood engravings". A wood engraving is done on the end grain (end with the rings, about 10x harder than the plank or long grain cut of a tree.) But alas, these prints are not carved into woo (888 words) - [Crescent Moon Studs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/sickle-studs/index.html): Hand-forged sterling silver stud earrings making the perfect crescent moon shape. These studs are 0.75 inches in length. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO. (716 words) - [EMR104- Rose Cut Emerald – Balefire Goods](/content/products/rose-cut-emerald/index.html): A stunning green free form emerald. This stone is rose cut with a faceted top and a flat bottom. 1.05cts and 8.7mm x 7.3mm We love making custom pieces of jewelry just for you, contact us to inquire about making a custom piece of jewelry with this stone. (756 words) - [Monstera Leaf Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/monstera-leaf-earrings/index.html): A hand cut sterling silver monstera leaf hangs from a sterling silver ear wire. These earrings are 1.5 inches in length. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO. (721 words) - [Rocket Shot Glass – Balefire Goods](/content/products/rocket-shot-glass/index.html): A rocket ship shaped shot glass with a removable top. 4.5" tall. Dishwasher safe, but hand washing is recommended. Handmade in Denver, CO. (735 words) - [Art & Events – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/art-events/index.html): Balefire Goods (32 words) - [Mokume-Gane Ring - Beech – Balefire Goods](/content/products/mokume-gane-ring-beech/index.html): Mokume-gane is a metalsmithing technique from Japan that is creating by fusing layers of metal and then manipulating those layers (filing, hammering, twisting, stamping, etc.) to create an organic pattern. Mokume-gane translates closely to "wood grain metal" or "wood eye metal" in Japanese and describes the way metal t (856 words) - [Mokume-Gane Ring - Maple – Balefire Goods](/content/products/mokume-gane-ring-maple/index.html): Mokume-gane is a metalsmithing technique from Japan that is creating by fusing layers of metal and then manipulating those layers (filing, hammering, twisting, stamping, etc.) to create an organic pattern. Mokume-gane translates closely to "wood grain metal" or "wood eye metal" in Japanese and describes the way metal t (854 words) - [Guide to Stones – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/guide-to-stones/index.html): Balefire Goods (859 words) - [Brand Story – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/brand-story/index.html): Balefire Goods (863 words) - [Gold and Meteorite Ring - Sirius – Balefire Goods](/content/products/copy-of-meteorite-ring-sirius/index.html): A piece of Gibeon meteorite is crafted into a ring with 18k yellow gold or 14k rose gold rails and liner and features the Sirius pattern.  With a flat profile and comfort fit interior, this ring is as comfortable as it is fancy. Rose Gold is currently available in size 10 and 6mm in width.Any options can be ordered in (822 words) - [Agave (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/agave/index.html): Limited edition handmade 10"x8" prints made in Denver, Colorado. Traditionally, these prints would be called  "wood engravings". A wood engraving is done on the end grain (end with the rings, about 10x harder than the plank or long grain cut of a tree.) But alas, these prints are not carved into wood, but a plastic mat (845 words) - [Education – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/education/index.html): Balefire Goods (618 words) - [Emily McDowell Magnets – Balefire Goods](/content/products/emily-mcdowell-magnets/index.html): Put a magnet on it! ~ 3 1/2" x 2 1/4" (785 words) - [Kon-Tiki: Raft of Thor (Print) – Balefire Goods](/content/products/kon-tiki-raft-of-thor-print/index.html): Created from one of the books that highly influenced the tiki movement, the orginal artwork featured  was created specifically for our show by Denver-based artist Valerie Savarie.  Limited edition archival print, hand embellished with thread, framed & matted, print size is 11x14 inches. Handmade in Denver, CO.   (745 words) - [Laurel Studs – Balefire Goods](/content/products/laurel-studs/index.html): Petite studs in a modern and minimal floral motif. Choose from sterling silver or 18k yellow gold, both in a matte finish for added glow. The studs measure 5/8 of an inch in width. Handmade in Denver, CO.   (701 words) - [Guide to Metals – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/guide-to-metals/index.html): Balefire Goods (856 words) - [Woven Silver Pendant - Small – Balefire Goods](/content/products/woven-silver-pendant-small/index.html): This sterling silver necklace featueres woven silver sheet and wire in a sterling silver frame on a 16 inch sterling silver chain.  Handmade in Denver, CO. (712 words) - [Feather Rings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/feather-rings/index.html): Sterling silver feather rings with cut out detailing. These rings are slightly adjustable because of their open back, and are approximately 3/4 inches across at their widest point. Handmade in Denver, CO. (796 words) - [Katie & Mike – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/katie-mike/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? 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We met in the summer of 2014 at a fitness group in Washington, DC called November Project. It's a free workout group that meets up each Wednesday at 6:30am at the Lincoln Memorial. It was Steph's first time ever attending and Grant was pretty new himself. After the workout, (967 words) - [Sleeping Cat Silhouette Pendant – Balefire Goods](/content/products/sleeping-cat-silhouette-pendant/index.html): A sterling silver pendant featuring a sleeping cat silhouette, oxidized for emphasis. This pendant measures 1.5 inches and hangs from a 20 inch sterling silver chain. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO. (698 words) - [FAQ – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/faq/index.html): Balefire Goods (682 words) - [Stacked Leaf Overlay Pendant – Balefire Goods](/content/products/stacked-leaf-overlay-pendant/index.html): A sterling silver stacked leaf overlay pendant (1.5 in) on an 18 inch sterling silver chain. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO USA. (703 words) - [Monica and Maury – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/monica-and-maury/index.html): Monica Corley & Maury Winter, Golden, CO   How did you and your significant other meet? Our love story felt straight out of a romantic comedy. Maury actually saw me on a video interview for the company he worked for, and he says he was instantly smitten but convinced he would never see me again. To his surprise, I (971 words) - [3 Open Circles Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/3-open-circles-earrings/index.html): Three open sterling silver circles create a dangle on a sterling earwire, 1/2" long. Handmade in Denver, CO. (709 words) - [Raven Silhouette Pendant – Balefire Goods](/content/products/raven-silhouette-pendant/index.html): A sterling silver raven silhouette pendant.  It measures 1 1/4" wide and hangs on a 22" open link chain. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO USA. 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After moving into the same apartment building following graduation and running into each o (784 words) - [BB Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/bb-earrings/index.html): Delicate hanging earrings feature organically molded sterling silver wire. Why are they called BB? The earwire is bent into the exact shape of the seam on a BaseBall! Earrings measure 1.5 inches in length. Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO. (719 words) - [Hammered Oval Stud Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/hammered-oval-stud-earrings/index.html): Delicate Hammered sterling silver oval studs. Studs measure 3/4." Handmade in Manitou Springs, CO USA. (699 words) - [Laurel Hoops – Balefire Goods](/content/products/laurel-hoops/index.html): These large vector & floral motif hoops in sterling silver are 2 inches long.  Handmade in Denver, CO. (696 words) - [Privacy Policy – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/privacy-policy/index.html): This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Balefire Goods collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users ("Users") of balefiregoods.com ("Site"). This policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by Balefire Goods. Information Collection We may collect personally iden (673 words) - [Marci & Mikayla – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/marci-mikayla/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met in North Carolina while working on TV and movie sets. Marci was a costume assistant and Mikayla was a camera assistant. We knew each other a little bit and ran in similar social circles, but never really talked much until we both decided to leave the film industry and (825 words) - [Open Bezel Solitaire Ring – Balefire Goods](/content/products/open-bezel-solitaire-ring/index.html): Part of our custom commitment line, Kindle, this ring features a classic, minimalist design with an open bezel to highlight the stone and add an architectural feel to the design. This ring can be made in any metal and finish, with any stone, and in any size, as it is custom created. Please allow up to 6 weeks for us to (832 words) - [Split Shank Solitaire Ring – Balefire Goods](/content/products/split-shank-solitaire-ring/index.html): Part of our custom commitment line, Kindle, this ring features an open design around the stone and a euro-shank back (squared bottom) that helps to keep the ring from turning, keeping the stone right where you want it, on the top of your finger.  This ring can be made in any metal and finish, with any stone, and in any (840 words) - [Halcyon Wrought – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/halcyon-wrought/index.html): Halcyon Wrought is the solo workshop of Halcyon Gates (they/them). At the bench, they conjure bold, organic, and geometric talismans inspired by deep lore, alternative fashion, and the untamed spirit of the queer community. Every piece is size-inclusive, defiantly genderless, and forged for your everyday magic in Arvad (105 words) - [Domenic & Gavyn – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/domenic-gavyn/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? Gavyn and I met through a mutual friend and our love for photography. Gavyn and I were both up and coming photographers in the Milwaukee Photography scene. So we knew of each other but not personally. So when I found out we had a mutual friend I decided to plan a day for all (780 words) - [Parabolic Disc Open Square Necklace – Balefire Goods](/content/products/parabolic-disc-open-square-necklace/index.html): Eight sterling silver discs form an open diamond shape pendant. This pendant is 1.5 inches in length, on an 18 inch sterling silver chain and handmade in Denver, CO, USA (700 words) - [Squared Band – Balefire Goods](/content/products/squared-band/index.html): Part of our custom commitment line, Kindle, this band is a study in modern simplicity. Comfortable to wear and unique while understated, this can be made in varying width and modified in multiple ways, such as adding stones.   This ring can be made in any metal, with any finish (shiny, matte, etc), and in any size, as (827 words) - [Parabolic Disc Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/parabolic-disc-earrings/index.html): A single sterling silver domed disc hangs on a sterling silver earwire. These earrings are 3/4 inch in length and are handmade in Denver, CO, USA (725 words) - [Seven Parabolic Discs Necklace – Balefire Goods](/content/products/seven-parabolic-discs-necklace/index.html): Seven sterling silver discs form a unique pendant. This pendant is 1 inch in length, on a 16-inch sterling silver chain and handmade in Denver, CO, USA (721 words) - [The Flourish Collection – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/the-flourish-collection/index.html): Ten one-of-a-kind rings that journey from earth to sky. Flourish means both to grow vigorously and to add decorative embellishment—two principles at the heart of Art Nouveau design. This collection tells a visual story through ten unique rings, progressing from roots and branches through flowering to the celestial real (82 words) - [Environmental and Social Impact – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/environmental-and-social-impact/index.html): Making jewelry can be a dirty business, and I don't just mean all the dirt we get on our hands making it. Precious metals, diamonds, and gemstones can come with a side of negative environmental impacts, human rights issues, and corruption if you are not careful. That is why as jewelers and metalsmiths, we have a respon (673 words) - [Mine-to-Market Gem Show – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/mine-to-market-gem-show/index.html): Balefire Goods (130 words) - [Bezel Solitaire Ring – Balefire Goods](/content/products/bezel-solitaire-ring/index.html): Part of our custom commitment line, Kindle, this ring features a timeless design and a euro-shank back (squared bottom) that helps to keep the ring from turning, keeping the stone right where you want it, on the top of your finger.  This ring can be made in any metal and finish, with any stone, and in any size, as it i (845 words) - [Kate & Dan – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/kate-dan/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? Online! As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? We enjoy good food, biking, walking our puppies, and helping each other with our different hobbies. Right now, we're trying to learn instruments together (Dan is on banjo, Kate is on fiddle) When did you know your partner (566 words) - [Bulb Bar Necklace - RS – Balefire Goods](/content/products/bulb-bar-necklace-small-oxss-copy/index.html): Polished silver beads are suspended on a rose gold filled round bar that is just over 1" wide. This necklace has an adjustable chain that can be worn at 17 or 19" in length. Handmade in Portland, OR, USA  (671 words) - [Hula Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/hula-earrings-mg/index.html): Sterling silver and black accents come together in these modern and light earrings.  Handmade in Boulder, CO, USA these earrings measure about 1.5 inches in length.  (674 words) - [Hayley and Will – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/hayley-and-will/index.html): Hayley and Will, Arvada, CO   How did you and your significant other meet? Working at a restaurant. Hayley was a server, and Will worked in the back of house. After a few months, Hayley left to be a corporate 9-5er (as Will says), and Will went on to be Kitchen Manager & Chef. But, they stayed in touch :).   As a c (501 words) - [Matthew & Clare – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/matthew-and-clare/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met by chance at Matchbox Bar in Denver's RiNo neighborhood, 5 weeks before lockdown began. Conversation began with our shared affinity for Jimmy Eat World & bad karaoke performances, & the rest is history. As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? music, conc (619 words) - [Anniversary Party! – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/anniversary-party/index.html): Balefire Goods (158 words) - [Tear Hoops - S - SS – Balefire Goods](/content/products/tear-hoops-s-ss/index.html): Sterling silver is shaped into elongated tear-shaped ear wires with handmade sterling silver beads on the bottom, hanging 2.5 inches in length. Made in Portland, OR, USA  (731 words) - [Gift Card – Balefire Goods](/content/products/gift-card/index.html): Shopping for someone else but not sure what to give them? Give them the gift of choice with a Balefire Goods gift card. Gift cards ordered online are delivered by email (not a physical card) and contain instructions to redeem them at checkout. Our gift cards have no additional processing fees. They come in preset amoun (687 words) - [Phoebe & Chad – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/phoebe-chad/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? The modern way... on Hinge! Each of our profiles were full of adventure photos, and it was clear we were both looking for a partner to share them with. We went on an easy hike for our first date, and it was a slow burn after that. As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies (723 words) - [Customer Service and Website/Inventory Associate – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/customer-service-and-website-inventory-associate/index.html): Job SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our jewelry gallery as a Customer Service and Website/Inventory Associate. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing excellent customer service, updating the store's website and inventory, and contributing to the smooth operat (306 words) - [Kaziah & Eli – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/kaziah-eli/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met working in our college bookstore! As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? Eli loves rock climbing, napping, and cuddling with their dog. Kaziah spends most of her free time reading and hanging out with friends. When did you know your partner was “the one” and yo (540 words) - [Soft Hoops - S - SS – Balefire Goods](/content/products/soft-hoops-s-ss/index.html): Sterling silver wire is shaped into 1.5 inch circular ear wires with handmade sterling silver beads on the bottom. Made in Portland, OR, USA. (683 words) - [Pamela Webb – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/pamela-webb/index.html): Balefire Goods (98 words) - [Hannah & Ryan – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/hannah-ryan/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met each other in math class on our first days of high school; we had several classes together and became good friends, however we didn't actually start dating until our freshman year at the University of Georgia. As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? We love Coll (840 words) - [Clustered Wisteria Necklace - SS – Balefire Goods](/content/products/clustered-wisteria-necklace-ss/index.html): Sterling silver chain is accented with a large cluster of sterling silver beads that get sparser as they move up the chain. With adjustable lengths of 16 and 18 inches, this necklace is made in Portland, OR, USA.  (742 words) - [Taking Care of Silver Jewelry – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories-2/taking-care-of-silver-jewelry/index.html): Silver Jewelry takes a little more care than gold and platinum since it tends to tarnish, or oxidize and because it wears faster. Learn some tips for taking care of silver jewelry. Cleaning Silvers Before choosing a cleaning method it’s important to consider the piece of jewelry you are cleaning. Stones, metal color tr (823 words) - [Make Your Own Rings – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/make-your-own-wedding-bands/index.html): For centuries, rings have been important symbols of connection, love, and commitment. Bolster the symbolism and meaning of your ring even further by making your own rings, and you will leave with lifelong memories in addition to unique rings. Our metalsmiths will work with you every step of the way, from your initial d (427 words) - [Gerrid & Sara – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/gerrid-sara/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? Online dating then went on our first date at Steuben's As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? Traveling, theater, concerts, live shows, new restaurants, bourbon, and our four kids When did you know your partner was “the one” and you wanted to get married? We booked a (651 words) - [Mallory & Cody – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/mallory-cody/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met on tinder! But to be more specific I was going to school at CSU in Fort Collins and cody, who is in the military and was living in NM at the time, went home to Fort Collins for the holidays and we were inseparable for the two weeks he was home! As a couple, what are y (660 words) - [Cody and Kelly – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/cody-and-kelly/index.html): Cody and Kelly, Denver, CO How did you and your significant other meet? Kelly - I was working in liquor sales and went into a retail store to sell my products. Cody was there to say hello to his friend who worked there. I didn’t see him at the time. When I left, the buyer asked me if he could give his friend my number. (466 words) - [Meredith & Nikunj – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/meredith-nikunj/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met thanks to Hinge in early March 2020, just a few days before lockdown began. Despite Nik running late to our first date, we hit it off immediately, and we were able to squeeze in two more dates before the world changed and we weren't supposed to be out and about. Thank (601 words) - [Becky Wareing Steele – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/becky-wareing-steele/index.html): Becky Wareing Steele is an artist living and working in Denver, Colorado specializing in small scale sculpture. Her work deals with the commonalities that exist in our shared experiences through the examination of scale and environment. Through her sculptural and photographic work with 1:160 scale figures and 1:12 scal (171 words) - [Alison & Jason – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/alison-jason/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? Short answer, bowling. Long answer, we were both league bowlers at the same bowling center for many years, but we bowled on different nights. However, my teammate and I were scheduled for a make-up game on Jason’s league night, and we ended up on the lane next to him. He off (689 words) - [Cascading Clustered Wisteria Necklace - GFOX – Balefire Goods](/content/products/cascading-clustered-wisteria-necklace-gfox/index.html): Sterling silver beads cluster and drop 1" down from this handmade yellow gold fill necklace that can be worn at 16 or 18 inches in length. Handmade in Portland, OR, USA.  (722 words) - [Timothy and Tara – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/timothy-and-tara/index.html): Timothy and Tara, Denver Colorado How did you and your significant other meet? Hinge As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? live music, live sports, fly fishing, DnD When did you know your partner was “the one” and you wanted to get married? It all felt so natural from the beginning for both of us. There wasn't (402 words) - [Lauren & Ben – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/lauren-and-ben/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met on a dating app in 2018! We had both moved to Colorado about 6 months before that. As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? We love all the outdoor sports - biking, skiing/snowboarding, and hiking. We also love checking out new craft breweries and spending time w (424 words) - [Aspen Rain Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/ai-aspen-rain-earrings-patina/index.html): Textured sterling silver leaves dangle in two spots from sterling silver branches. Great movement! Approximately 2.5 inches long and 3/4 inch wide, and available with a polished surface. Handmade in Pittsburgh, PA. (701 words) - [Double Leaf Earrings – Balefire Goods](/content/products/double-petitie-leaf-earrings-copy/index.html): A pair of whimsical textured leaf earrings. Made from sterling silver, these earrings measure 1.25 inches in length. Artist Aileen Lampman lives and works in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (719 words) - [Mountain Pocket Pendant – Balefire Goods](/content/products/ai-mountain-pendant/index.html): The mountains are calling! Imagine a night under the stars with this stunning pendant fashioned from oxidized sterling silver. Pair with matching earrings or wear alone. Due to the handmade nature of this pendant, the stylization of the mountains and the number of stars is slightly different from piece to piece. Pendan (742 words) - [Eli & Kayleigh – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/eli-kayleigh/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? Online (Hinge) As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? Breweries, coffee shops, junk journaling, cooking/baking, exploring mountain towns. When did you know your partner was “the one” and you wanted to get married? For Kayleigh: I had an inkling when we started talking (297 words) - [Hannah & Daniel – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/hannah-daniel/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We worked together at Target, went our separate ways, and found each other again through dating Apps! As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? We love board games and video games. We're gamers through and through! Dan loves motorcycles and cars too! When did you know yo (401 words) - [Matthew & Susanna – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/matthew-susanna/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We met almost simultaneously on Bumble and OkCupid... and our first date was at (the sadly now gone) Max's Wine Dive. As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? Hiking, camping, dining out, live music and our pup Murray When did you know your partner was “the one” and you (476 words) - [Luana Coonen Jewelry – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/luana-coonen-jewelry/index.html): Luana was born and raised in Hawaii, raised by an artist mother and carpenter father (both horticulturist), she lived a simple and creative life surrounded by the tropical rainforest. Upon moving to the Bay Area to earn her BFA in Jewelry/Metalsmithing, she quickly noticed the dramatic contrast of a densely populated c (93 words) - [Be a Part of Balefire – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/be-a-part-of-balefire/index.html): Loading..., If you would like to be considered as a featured non-profit for our Giving Thursday events, be a featured artist with a one month show and opening, or be an artist that we carry in our regular inventory, please enter your information via this form. (138 words) - [Abbie & Adam – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/abbie-adam/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? We went to the same high school but didn't really meet until after we graduated. As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? We are homebodies that love to hang out with our 4 kids but also love to go on camping adventure road trips When did you know your partner was “the (364 words) - [Jess & Zack – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/jess-zack/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? Jess: We went to the same university and met via a mutual friend over winter break our sophomore year. We had a class together that following semester and Zack asked me out pretty much immediately. The rest is history! As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? Going to c (631 words) - [Lina & Zack – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/lina-zack/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? Our parents met in 1999, but we met in 2004 in 4th grade when we moved to California at the same time. We dated in middle school and then didn't speak to each other for a few years. We happened to go to the same new years party in 2014, and we have been together ever since. (404 words) - [Dorian & Daniel – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories/dorian-daniel/index.html): How did you and your significant other meet? In college at UCLA - got engaged about 8 years into dating :) in hawaii! As a couple, what are your interests/hobbies? Rock climbing, mountain biking, traveling! When did you know your partner was “the one” and you wanted to get married? Traveling to South Africa together fo (230 words) - [Mother's Day – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/mothers-day/index.html): Balefire Goods (829 words) - [Custom FAQs – Balefire Goods](/content/pages/custom-faqs/index.html): Balefire Goods (2,266 words) - [Sculpture – Balefire Goods](/content/collections/sculpture/index.html): Balefire Goods (93 words) - [Caring For Your Wedding Rings – Balefire Goods](/content/blogs/love-stories-2/caring-for-your-wedding-rings/index.html): Wedding bands are possibly the most cherished pieces of personal jewelry throughout history. 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