Plum · Garnet

Garnet is the plum at its deepest jewel tone. Dark crimson-red blossom crowds the branches in a color with real depth, glowing rather than loud, like a stone held up to the light.

Every branch is woven from Czech glass seed beads on hand-twisted copper wire, the blossom layered into a full, generous canopy that holds its rich tone beautifully. The trunk is gently curved with a touch of character, then set into a smooth river stone that grounds all that color. A couple of days of bench time stand behind it, and the finished piece stands around 22 to 26 cm. Each one is made to order, so the branching is unique to your tree.

A wire tree sculpture in this register works beautifully on a console, a mantel, or a shelf in a room with warm, low light. It never sheds and never fades. A handmade gift with quiet richness, well suited to an anniversary, a milestone birthday, or someone with deep, considered taste.

Keep your piece out of direct sunlight and away from steam or damp. Dust gently with a soft, dry brush — never water or cloth. Branches can be reshaped lightly by hand. Cared for simply, a beaded tree lasts for decades.