Reviving the arts and Crafts Movement: Fabricating an arts and Crafts Inspired Necklace
Abstract
This in-studio project explores the rediscovery of the Arts and Crafts movement of the 19th century by exploring handmade necklaces that embody its ideals of simplicity, functionality, natural themes, material-centricity and handcraft. Majoring on the types of jewellery used in the past such as necklaces, brooches and rings, the study traces the progress of the movement through the qualitative procedure that covered literature review and practical fabrication. As the main material, copper is selected due to its affordability and historical significance. The most noticeable methods include forming, filigree, chasing, repoussé, and stone setting which produce organic figures, textured finishes and handmade details which celebrate the spirit of the age. The resultant necklace is an example of aesthetic and cultural continuity. The project is aimed at the audience of art lovers and people who appreciate craftsmanship and discusses the modern approaches to the old ideals. It shows how contemporary jewellery recreates previous movements through the design planning and execution, connecting the past and the present while enhancing the use of innovation. The artifact conveys that tradition remains relevant, that it maintains cultural accounts in the modern setting.
How to Cite This Article
Selete Komla Delali Ofori, Akosua Osei Sasu, Andrew Richard Owusu Addo, Kwame Baah Owusu Panin (2026). Reviving the arts and Crafts Movement: Fabricating an arts and Crafts Inspired Necklace . International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation (IJMRGE), 7(3), 341-349.