A spike raku jewelry component blends raw edge and refined technique, offering a tapered, elongated form that catches light and draws the eye; crafted through traditional raku firing, each spike bears unique surface textures and iridescent lusters—from smoky blacks and metallic sheens to flashes of copper, blue, and gold—making every piece one-of-a-kind. Lightweight yet visually striking, these components are ideal for earrings, pendant focal points, or chain drops, providing dramatic movement and an organic, slightly rugged aesthetic. The porous surface accepts patinas and sealants well, allowing customization with oxidizing agents or clear coatings to preserve the finish, and the tapered profile lends itself to versatile wire-wrapping, bezel settings, or direct suspension on ear wires and chains. Whether used singly for minimalist impact or clustered for bold statement designs, a spike raku component brings artisanal character and tactile interest to contemporary jewelry collections.
A spike! Can be a pendant or earring component or integrated into any of your own creative designs!
*I handmade, hand sculpted this raku spike out of clay
*Bisque fired, glazed, and raku fired in my studio
*See photo for measurements
*High temperature wire loop at the top for hanging
*.999 fine silver fired onto the piece
*Signed by the artist (that's me!) on the back "MAKU"
Thanks for looking! Hope you enjoy my art!
What is raku?:
Raku pottery was made long ago for Japanese tea ceremonies. It was modernized later into the process you see today. This involves taking a piece of pottery that has been bisque fired and glazed then firing it in a raku kiln. The piece is then fired to about 1800 degrees F and pulled out of the kiln while still red hot then placed in a reduction chamber containing organic materials such as newspaper, sawdust, leaves, etc. The materials catch on fire, the lid is put on. The fire wants oxygen to keep going and flames often shoot across a piece, pulling oxygen from the glaze. The matte black color (a very unique characteristic of raku) is created. It's so exciting and creates one of kind colors which are very hard to duplicate. Please note that raku is not food safe nor is it intended to hold liquid.
Caring for your raku piece:
Raku is fragile, please handle with care. Keep your raku in an air tight container or zippered bag when storing. Do not swim or leave your piece in water. Keep your piece out of direct sunlight, as it will affect the glaze. I wash my pieces very well, but on occasion you will see some ash residue that will rub off from the parts that are not glazed. This will come out of your clothing with no problem, but if it concerns you, you can paint clear nail polish on the back of a pendant.
A spike raku jewelry component blends raw edge and refined technique, offering a tapered, elongated form that catches light and draws the eye; crafted through traditional raku firing, each spike bears unique surface textures and iridescent lusters—from smoky blacks and metallic sheens to flashes of copper, blue, and gold—making every piece one-of-a-kind. Lightweight yet visually striking, these components are ideal for earrings, pendant focal points, or chain drops, providing dramatic movement and an organic, slightly rugged aesthetic. The porous surface accepts patinas and sealants well, allowing customization with oxidizing agents or clear coatings to preserve the finish, and the tapered profile lends itself to versatile wire-wrapping, bezel settings, or direct suspension on ear wires and chains. Whether used singly for minimalist impact or clustered for bold statement designs, a spike raku component brings artisanal character and tactile interest to contemporary jewelry collections.
A spike! Can be a pendant or earring component or integrated into any of your own creative designs!
*I handmade, hand sculpted this raku spike out of clay
*Bisque fired, glazed, and raku fired in my studio
*See photo for measurements
*High temperature wire loop at the top for hanging
*.999 fine silver fired onto the piece
*Signed by the artist (that's me!) on the back "MAKU"
Thanks for looking! Hope you enjoy my art!
What is raku?:
Raku pottery was made long ago for Japanese tea ceremonies. It was modernized later into the process you see today. This involves taking a piece of pottery that has been bisque fired and glazed then firing it in a raku kiln. The piece is then fired to about 1800 degrees F and pulled out of the kiln while still red hot then placed in a reduction chamber containing organic materials such as newspaper, sawdust, leaves, etc. The materials catch on fire, the lid is put on. The fire wants oxygen to keep going and flames often shoot across a piece, pulling oxygen from the glaze. The matte black color (a very unique characteristic of raku) is created. It's so exciting and creates one of kind colors which are very hard to duplicate. Please note that raku is not food safe nor is it intended to hold liquid.
Caring for your raku piece:
Raku is fragile, please handle with care. Keep your raku in an air tight container or zippered bag when storing. Do not swim or leave your piece in water. Keep your piece out of direct sunlight, as it will affect the glaze. I wash my pieces very well, but on occasion you will see some ash residue that will rub off from the parts that are not glazed. This will come out of your clothing with no problem, but if it concerns you, you can paint clear nail polish on the back of a pendant.
