Serotonin Project Progress (Week 3)

Sadly, due to testing schedule, senior trip, etc., I got very little done this week because I wasn't in class.  I plan to be done soon, though.  I have almost cut out all of my copper.  I still have to drill holes, bend the cuffs, and assemble my bracelet together.

So, as my research for my project this week, I decided to research the individuality of my project.  I've seen many serotonin-themed pieces of jewelry.  Most of these, however, are one simple serotonin molecule on a bracelet or necklace as a pendent or link.  My project is unique in that it utilizes the molecules as a functional aspect of the jewelry, the cuffs.  My project also combines a more scientific, nerdy meaning into it with the addition of the brain centerpiece.

Most of the serotonin jewelry I found online was simple, like these pieces.

These pieces stick to one single molecule as a pendant or centerpiece of their jewelry.  I could not find any made from copper, but only silver or other silvery metals.  Many put the molecule on a silvery chain or fabric thread.  

Though I'm sure they exist somewhere, I could not find any serotonin bracelets.  The majority of serotonin-themed jewelry was made up of necklaces, earrings, and keychains, like the following.

Though it's been very complicated to make, I am happy that the piece I'm creating is so individual. :)