Description

Open Pomegranate Necklace by Oksana Puzhalova.
Flameworked glass pomengranate with metal clay accents on brown leather cord. Pendant measures 3″ x 2.75″. Cord measures approximately 18″ with a 2″ extender.

About the Artist

Oksana Puzhalova was born and raised in Russia and has been living for the past eight years on the sunny Mediterranean island of Cyprus. This year marks 15 years since she began her journey in flameworking.

It all started when she stumbled upon some lampwork beads. Upon learning they were made of glass; a sudden thought struck her: “I know how this is made — and I want to make it myself!” At that time, she had no prior knowledge of glassworking techniques, but that moment sparked the beginning of her creative path.

In her work with glass, Oksana places great importance on detail, depth, and the interplay of color. She delights in crafting layered textures on flower petals, the wings of owls and butterflies, and in exploring complex forms and sculptural solutions. For her, glass is a unique material — one that must be felt and anticipated. It often resists control, requiring patience, sensitivity, and intuition.

Perfectionism remains her greatest challenge. Glass does not tolerate it. The process of flameworking demands a delicate balance between striving for precision and accepting imperfection. It teaches her to maintain control while also remaining open and receptive — a lesson she continues to learn every day.

For Oksana, her work is more than a craft; it is a philosophy and a way of life. She cherishes the moments when her creations bring a smile to someone’s face. Her goal is for each piece to spark joy and delight — that genuine feeling one experiences when opening a little box and feeling their heart smile. She hopes that anyone who holds one of her pieces can sense the warmth, care, and love infused into it.

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