Chloroplast and Mitochondria Earrings
These chloroplast and mitochondria earrings represent the site within plant and animal cells where two of our natural world's most ubiquitous processes occur: photosynthesis and cellular respiration. They feature significant components of each organelle as studied in high school biology: the chloroplast (stroma, inner and outer membrane, thylakoid and lumen) and the mitochondria (inner and outer membranes, intermembrane space, ribosomes, cristae and matrix). They can be purchased as matching pairs or mismatched, and you may choose to finish them as a dangle earring or a drop stud. Perfect for the budding scientist, biology teacher, naturalist, inner nerd, student, friend, loved one, or yourself.
All designs are 100% hand sculpted using the highest quality polymer clay. Polymer clay is a lightweight, flexible and durable material that will look great for a lifetime with proper care. There may be variation among individual pieces, as they are handmade in a small batch.
POSTS and HOOKS:
Titanium earring posts and hooks make these as allergy friendly as possible without the expense of pure gold. Only 0.6% of people are allergic to titanium, so it is safe for even the most sensitive ears. Unlike cheaper metals labelled "hypoallergenic," these are unalloyed pure titanium, nickel-free, and have no trace of irritating metals. Posts are buried in the stud using liquid polymer clay and re-baked for maximum comfort.
BACKS:
Backs are made of clear silicone. I do not use any metal butterflies due to metal sensitivities, as even those labelled hypoallergenic cause reactions for a lot of people. Two sets of clear silicone backs are included to ensure there is an extra set if one goes missing.
SIZE:
Length: 3.2 cm
Width: 1.8 cm
These chloroplast and mitochondria earrings represent the site within plant and animal cells where two of our natural world's most ubiquitous processes occur: photosynthesis and cellular respiration. They feature significant components of each organelle as studied in high school biology: the chloroplast (stroma, inner and outer membrane, thylakoid and lumen) and the mitochondria (inner and outer membranes, intermembrane space, ribosomes, cristae and matrix). They can be purchased as matching pairs or mismatched, and you may choose to finish them as a dangle earring or a drop stud. Perfect for the budding scientist, biology teacher, naturalist, inner nerd, student, friend, loved one, or yourself.
All designs are 100% hand sculpted using the highest quality polymer clay. Polymer clay is a lightweight, flexible and durable material that will look great for a lifetime with proper care. There may be variation among individual pieces, as they are handmade in a small batch.
POSTS and HOOKS:
Titanium earring posts and hooks make these as allergy friendly as possible without the expense of pure gold. Only 0.6% of people are allergic to titanium, so it is safe for even the most sensitive ears. Unlike cheaper metals labelled "hypoallergenic," these are unalloyed pure titanium, nickel-free, and have no trace of irritating metals. Posts are buried in the stud using liquid polymer clay and re-baked for maximum comfort.
BACKS:
Backs are made of clear silicone. I do not use any metal butterflies due to metal sensitivities, as even those labelled hypoallergenic cause reactions for a lot of people. Two sets of clear silicone backs are included to ensure there is an extra set if one goes missing.
SIZE:
Length: 3.2 cm
Width: 1.8 cm
These chloroplast and mitochondria earrings represent the site within plant and animal cells where two of our natural world's most ubiquitous processes occur: photosynthesis and cellular respiration. They feature significant components of each organelle as studied in high school biology: the chloroplast (stroma, inner and outer membrane, thylakoid and lumen) and the mitochondria (inner and outer membranes, intermembrane space, ribosomes, cristae and matrix). They can be purchased as matching pairs or mismatched, and you may choose to finish them as a dangle earring or a drop stud. Perfect for the budding scientist, biology teacher, naturalist, inner nerd, student, friend, loved one, or yourself.
All designs are 100% hand sculpted using the highest quality polymer clay. Polymer clay is a lightweight, flexible and durable material that will look great for a lifetime with proper care. There may be variation among individual pieces, as they are handmade in a small batch.
POSTS and HOOKS:
Titanium earring posts and hooks make these as allergy friendly as possible without the expense of pure gold. Only 0.6% of people are allergic to titanium, so it is safe for even the most sensitive ears. Unlike cheaper metals labelled "hypoallergenic," these are unalloyed pure titanium, nickel-free, and have no trace of irritating metals. Posts are buried in the stud using liquid polymer clay and re-baked for maximum comfort.
BACKS:
Backs are made of clear silicone. I do not use any metal butterflies due to metal sensitivities, as even those labelled hypoallergenic cause reactions for a lot of people. Two sets of clear silicone backs are included to ensure there is an extra set if one goes missing.
SIZE:
Length: 3.2 cm
Width: 1.8 cm
