getting around metal

i have been doing a lot of research into jewelers and jewellery design.

and one thing. i have been finding of difficulty is alot of work i find interesting is metal work. the above picture is not of something i find of particular interest. but. of something i think could be easilly done in alternative materials. a strong decorated card could make as good of effect.

and this is something i need to explore.

instead of spending time wishing on metal. i should be spending time dreaming up alternatives. something that could potentially spark far more intrigue.