Jewelry you can eat… well almost!
We are now using linseed oil or pure tung oil for all our wood jewelry. Pure tung oil is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use on wood bowls and other items which can be used for food. The oil leaves a matte yet rich finish. The tung tree originated in China but can now be found in the US and Argentina. Linseed oil comes from a plant that was first found in India and the Mediterranean region. The artisans extract the oil from the plants and use them on their crafts. Linseed oil also known as flax seed oil is high in omega-3 fatty acids (very, very healthy, indeed). You might just want to eat your jewelry! Not recommended though, as you will inevitably break your teeth chewing into a Burbuja Ring, shown below!
Ground Flax Seed
Pure Tung Oil
Burbuja Ring Reclaimed Wood... Mmm Tasty!