Crafts CouncilDirectoryHendrike Barz-MeltzerThe Spoils of War, Spring 2024AboutIn March 2024 I created three pieces, which expressed some of my thoughts on the subject of violence against women in conflict situations and war. My aim was to create pieces that would tell a powerful story, make a statement and invite the viewer or wearer to reflect on these issues. Whilst the subject matter may be painful, the pieces are not. I wanted to design beautifully elegant and sophisticated pieces that make the wearer proud, strong and confident when wearing them.Hendrike Barz-MeltzerSt Albans, EnglandDafna’s Cries – The Spoils of War, Hendrike Barz-MeltzerBrooch. Sterling silver, 24 ct gold foil, rice pearls, nylon, stainless steel pinThe Spoils of War, Spring 2024AboutIn March 2024 I created three pieces, which expressed some of my thoughts on the subject of violence against women in conflict situations and war. My aim was to create pieces that would tell a powerful story, make a statement and invite the viewer or wearer to reflect on these issues. Whilst the subject matter may be painful, the pieces are not. I wanted to design beautifully elegant and sophisticated pieces that make the wearer proud, strong and confident when wearing them.Hendrike Barz-MeltzerSt Albans, EnglandDafna’s Cries – The Spoils of War, Hendrike Barz-MeltzerBrooch. Sterling silver, 24 ct gold foil, rice pearls, nylon, stainless steel pinMore from Hendrike Barz-MeltzerProjectBlack 2 - autumn 2016ProjectKeum-Boo, autumn 2017ProjectHDPE / HOPE, Autumn 2019ProjectStripes, 2020ProjectLines and Patterns 2021ProjectInterrupted PatternsProjectOlive Branch Collection, 2023ProjectOrange Blossom CollectionProjectLines and Traces, 2025