Bošnjak Jewelry
As a Middle Eastern artist, I wanted to create a jewelry line that brings together Arabic calligraphy and refined, elegant designs, with the intention of translating culture into wearable pieces. My work blends traditional influences with clean, simple forms, in the hope of creating a balance that feels both meaningful and modern. I’ve previously explored jewelry design, so I understand the craftsmanship and thought that goes into each piece. My work aims to honor heritage while making it accessible, relevant, and affordable for today’s audience.
Creation Date Fall 2025
Course Design Entrepreneurship
Materials Stainless steel, Nylon cord
01 Form Prototype Exploration
Material SelectionInitially chose aluminum for its ease of handling as a soft metal that is easy to cut and shape.
Originally chose a 1.0 mm string for the bracelet cord.
Design DevelopmentCreated initial design concepts and specifications for the jewelry line.
02 Design Progress
Redesign and RefinementGathered feedback, selected a design based on responses, and resketched the chosen design.
Made necessary adjustments to the design based on improvements from feedback.
PrototypingProduced initial prototypes by hand to test the design and functionality.
Evaluated the size, and appearance of the prototypes.
Created different prototypes based on the finalized design.
03 Production Procedure
Laser CuttingContacted a Rhode Island-based company to utilize fiber laser cutting technology.
Achieved high precision and efficiency in cutting, ensuring clean edges and accurate shapes.
PolishingFiled and sanded the pieces to remove burn marks and ensure clean edges and a smooth surface.
Polished the pieces using a metal polish to achieve a more finished and refined look.
04 Final Ideation
FinalizationEnsured the pieces were free of scratches and polished to a high-quality finish.
Tied the bracelets, making sure the knot was secure and the bracelet remained expandable.
Finalized the packaging and the logo for the bracelets.
Email: kbushnaq@risd.edu Phone: (401) 855-5193
Khaled Bushnaq 2026