Hogwarts Quartet miniature book necklaces, inspired by J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter book series. Photos: Winnie Thye
Winnie Thye, 51, is always happy to receive damaged vintage watches and clocks. Instead of repairing them, she dismantles the timepieces and uses nitty-gritty parts to create steampunk jewellery pieces.
"I have always been spellbound by the genres of fantasy and science fiction, from Middle Earth elves to imaginary flying machines. I am captivated by steampunk fashion, especially the Victorian era opulence and the industrial revolution's grime and grit. I cannot imagine steampunk without clock gears, dials, cogs and regulator gauges," explained Thye.
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Winnie Thye's creative jewellery pieces
Hogwarts Quartet miniature book necklaces, inspired by J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter book series. Photos: Winnie Thye
Vintage clock parts are used by Thye to create steampunk jewellery pieces.
Thye wearing one of her steampunk jewellery pieces.
Through her work, Thye hopes to inspire people to treasure vintage items and preserve their stories.
Thye's Oculus - Prime necklace is inspired by the All Seeing Eye (Eye of Providence).
Lady in the Mirror - Birdhouse Vessel steampunk necklace, handforged from recycled copper.
