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Ying

"My inspiration comes from the natural world around me, such as the texture of tree bark, the fluid lines of a flowing river, flowers, and leaves."

"My full name is Sainamphung Chuntakowsol, but everyone calls me by my nickname, Ying. I'm the second of four siblings, born and raised in Bangkok but always pining for Chiang Mai, where my father and uncle worked. When I finished college, I didn't think twice and moved to Chiang Mai, making my dream come true.

"At first I started working as a designer of decorative items, but after a while I fell in love with Lanna, symbol of northern Thailand's culture and way of life. I studied all I could, and absorbed their way of thinking. Now I feel as if I've always lived in Chiang Mai.

"After a few years' experience in my family's silk venture, I asked my other siblings, who still worked in Bangkok, to move up to Chiang Mai so we could start on our own. That was in 2001, and I was again working as a designer.

"In 2006, we decided to diversify and explore the realm of silver jewelry, because we believe in preserving the silversmith traditions of northern Thailand. Even though I didn't have any experience in jewelry design at the time, I was positively certain that we had the potential to develop great and unique designs that were based on different textures and shapes, and that we could combine them with the beauty of Thai silk.

"I felt very proud to see how my first collection as a jewelry designer was well accepted. My inspiration comes from the natural world around me, such as the texture of tree bark, the fluid lines of a flowing river, flowers, and leaves.

"As we grow and develop our silver collections, I feel happy with my designs and the talent of the silversmiths who help me turn them into original jewelry pieces. I still have a lot to learn and to create, and I feel so encouraged to see my designs go global. I feel very proud of the fact that I can now show the world the beauty of Thai design and the high quality work of Chiang Mai silversmiths."

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Sparky

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08/01/2020

"Compliments galore"

They are beautiful simple and sturdy. I wear them frequently because they go with everything.

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My World, Sterling Silver and Blue Topaz Spiral Button Earrings

Emmy

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07/19/2020

"New favourite jewellery piece."

I now have a few of Yings designs but these earrings are my new favourites because of the beautiful contrasts between the warm orange of the golden sapphires and the white sandblasted silver which shows up organic textures like you would expect real flower petals to have. The earrings are the perfect size too, large enough to be eye-catching but small enough to sit comfortably on the earlobes.

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Daisy Impressions, Artisan Crafted Yellow Sapphire and Silver Button Earrings

marisa

From united states

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07/03/2020

"one of my favorites"

these earrings, along w/ the matching pendant are some of my favorite silver pieces. very elegant and simple.

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Enchanted Lilies, Fair Trade Thai Jewelry Sterling Silver Flower Earrings

Joanne

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06/18/2020

"Absolutely beautiful!"

I have the matching earrings. This set really dresses up a classic outfit. Interesting, unusual, and lovely workmanship.

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Enchanted Lily, Fair Trade Thai Jewelry Sterling Silver Lily Necklace

Tara

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06/17/2020

"Beautiful pretty Daisy pendant"

This pendant was a birthday gift for a dear friend whose birthday is in April. The pendant is a cute three-dimensional daisy. The pendant features a hidden bail. The center of the daisy is a darker silver that looks and feels exactly like the center of a real daisy. I love the texture! Surrounding the daisies center are beautiful brushed silver petals. I have purchased other items by this artist and she has such a gift.

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Pretty Daisy, Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver Flower Pendant Necklace

Lourdes

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06/16/2020

"Beautiful earrings!"

Love the mix of both colours, very elegant and versatile earrings.

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Sunlit Leaves, 24k Gold Vermeil and Sterling Silver Earrings

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