CELEBRATING ONE YEAR OF PENDULUM CHARMS!
The Pendulum Charm Guide: Discover Your Shape
I officially launched the Pendulum Charms. in April of 2024. When I first made them, I thought I was making three really personal, one-of-a-kind pendants that mostly my family would like. Little did I know that I’d make so many more Pendulums than I could ever imagine. There are hundreds of my Pendulum Charms around the world now. I can't thank you enough for this encouragement and support.
Now that the Pendulum Charm series has grown and there are currently eleven different shapes, I know it can be overwhelming to choose.
This guide is here to help those who are drawn to the collection but aren’t sure which charm speaks to them the most.
Below, I’ll share thoughts on each style, from my design perspective.
Stone Shape: ROUND
Pendulum Charm No. 1
This is the Pendulum that started it all—and the one I wear every single day. With its soft curves and perfectly rounded silhouette, Pendulum Charm No. 1 has no defined front or back. It rolls gently as you move, and its symmetry brings a calming quality to the touch.
Stone Shape: ROUND or OVAL
Pendulum Charm No. 2
The only Pendulum designed to hold either an oval or a round stone, Pendulum Charm No. 2 is all about soft movement and gentle elongation. A gradual curve toward the stem and a subtly fluted base give the stone a slightly more prominent presence. Its wider base allows the charm to turn and shift as you move, creating a sense of softness and fluidity.
Stone Shape: OVAL
Pendulum Charm No. 3
Short, smooth, and quietly present—Pendulum Charm No. 3 is one of the more compact shapes in the collection. Its soft bell-shaped silhouette sits flush against the chest, feeling simple and grounding. The curved surface has the comfort of a worry stone—small enough to be discreet, substantial enough to hold. If you're looking for a more understated Pendulum Charm, this might be the one for you.
Stone Shape: OVAL
Pendulum Charm No. 4
Designed as a longer counterpart to No. 3, Pendulum Charm No. 4 features an elongated bell-shaped silhouette that rests gently against the chest. Its extended proportions give it a slightly bolder presence while preserving the soft curves and tactile comfort that define the Pendulum collection. Grounding, smooth, and quietly substantial, it feels like a familiar object meant to be worn every day.
Stone Shape: OVAL
Pendulum Charm No. 5
Originally designed as a longer counterpart to No. 3, Pendulum Charm No. 5 introduces soft ridging and a sense of flow throughout its silhouette. Still compact enough to sit close to the chest, it has a bit more length and fluidity than its predecessor. The ridges offer a gentle rhythm to the touch—almost like running your fingers over a water-worn shell.
Stone Shape: OVAL
Pendulum Charm No. 6
Pendulum Charm No. 6 is the most dramatic silhouette in the collection, designed with intentional contrast between its slender stem and weightier, ridged base. The form gently widens as it descends, ending in a softly ridged base that cradles the stone.
Stone Shape: OVAL
Pendulum Charm No. 9
An evolution of two of the most-loved Pendulums, No. 9 brings together the compact, bell-like form of No. 3 with the bold, sculptural ridging of No. 6. The result is a small but powerful silhouette with just enough texture to draw the fingers in. Balanced, tactile, and quietly striking, it feels both familiar and fresh.
Stone Shape: HEXAGON
Pendulum Charm No. 10
Pendulum Charm No. 10 is the only fancy-shaped Pendulum within the collection, featuring a hexagon-cut gemstone. Deeply inspired by ancient seal fobs, its geometric form and flat surfaces offer a quiet sense of structure. The linear edges are softened, allowing the charm to feel tactile, ancient, and modern all at once.
STILL TORN BETWEEN SHAPES?
HERE ARE A FEW QUESTIONS TO HELP GUIDE YOU:
- Do you feel more drawn to smooth, minimal surfaces — or to shapes with ridges, curves, and texture under your fingertips?
- Will you be wearing your Pendulum solo as a statement, or layered with other charms?
- Are you naturally drawn to round or oval forms?
- Do you want a piece that rolls on your chest as you move, or one that stays more centered and grounded?
- Are you someone who fidgets or touches your jewelry throughout the day? (If yes, the ridging texture might be your friend.)
Still not sure?
Don't worry - sometimes all it takes is seeing it in motion or talking it out.