FAQ

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What does 'Namiko' Mean?

Namiko is a term in Japanese meaning wave-child, paying homage to Tyler's Japanese heritage.

How does electroforming work?

Electroforming, sometimes referred to as electroplating is a process that uses electricity to deposit metal onto objects. Over time (several hours to days) metal gets built up on top of the base object. The object remains inside surrounded by a thick layer of metal.

Are the pieces fragile?

The jewelry is quite durable, however it isn't indestructable. To ensure yout jewelry lasts for many years to come, treat it like a piece of wearable art! Take care when removing or wearing it during strenuous activities, avoid getting wet.

Will copper turn my skin green?

All the copper jewelry has been sealed with a wax to prevent the jewelry from oxidizing and turning your skin green. However, over time this wax may wear off resulting in the above.

While this is a natural occurence, and is not harmful to the skin we can you can simply clean the jewelry and reseal it to prevent it from happening. For more information on this you can reach out to namikodesigns@hotmail.com