My Early Works - Knots

As an Asian, I grew up with using button knots and seeing other decorative knots. I love button knots to wear on blouses and dresses but I didn't find time for learning them in those days. After moving to Australia, while I was trying to settle in new place and to cope with home sick, I looking for something to occupy myself and my mind. Something crafty. The first thing come into my mind was 'Button knots'.

I was looking for books and instructions on internet and learn a lot of knotting through them. It did occupied my time. Spending so many hours on internet and books, I have found not only the instructions to make but also meaning of them. Each knot has its own meaning. They are thoughtful. They drew my interest and knotted me around them well.

I didn't understand conceptual jewellery well at that time but I wanted to wear jewellery which could tell a story. I noticed there were beliefs for some gemstones and ornament stones as well. I made an experiment of writing my thoughts through jewellery I wore, by compiling thoughtful knots and meaningful gem stones and ornament stones.

This is the beginning of my journey, making jewelleries and objects


Button knots bracelets
Stain cords and gold colour findings

It is series of button knots. The seemingly endless pattern of this knot is considered a symbol of good luck. It is also used to represent the Buddhist concept of the cyclical nature of all existence.

This bracelet with series of button knots is for the existence of good luck for the wearer.