Zipper Jewelry Exhibition at Snyderman Works

Red/Gold Lace © 2011 Kate Cusack

Elizabeth © 2011 Kate Cusack

Announcing a new collection of Kate's unique Zipper Jewelry on display at the Snyderman Works Gallery in Philadelphia.

The exhibit opens with a reception on Friday, December 2nd, 2011 from 5:30-9pm
and will be on view through January 14th, 2012.

303 Cherry Street

Philadelphia, PA

19106

The gallery is open from Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm.

You can see a sampling of the new pieces by visiting the Snyderman Works Gallery website.

Zipper Jewelry at SOFA Expo in Chicago

Waltz © 2011 Kate Cusack

SOFA: Sculptural Objects, Functional Art
The World's Foremost Fairs of Contemporary Decorative Arts & Design

Please visit the annual SOFA Expo in Chicago at the Navy Pier to view Kate's latest Zipper Necklaces, Zipper Bracelets and new Zipper Brooches. Her work will be shown through the Snyderman-Works Galleries at booth #1308.

SOFA at the Navy Pier: 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611
Friday, November 4, 2011 from 11am-7pm
Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 11am-7pm
Sunday, November 6, 2011 from noon-6pm
general admission is $15 or for a three-day pass $25
for more information: www.sofaexpo.com

Zipper Jewelry in "Dubh/Dialogues in Black" exhibit at American Irish Historical Society

Three of Kate's Zipper Necklaces are featured in the exhibit titled "Dubh/Dialogues in Black" which is currently on view at the American Irish Historical Society (991 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY) through November 13th, 2011. The exhibit was curated by Brian Kennedy and focuses on contemporary jewelry and objects that are all black in color but also black in "mood." Following the showing in New York, the exhibition will travel to Ireland where it will appear at Oliver Sears Gallery, Molesworth Street, Dublin from February 2 to March 15, 2012.


This is the second in a series of three exhibitions taking place under the direction of designer Joseph Walsh in an exciting new initiative called STUDIO practice established to facilitate dialogue, build relationships and encourage interdisciplinary engagements between Irish artists, designers and studio makers and their international contemporaries.

Zipper Jewelry at PULSE art fair in LA

A selection of Kate's Zipper Jewelry will be on display in Los Angeles at PULSE, the leading American contemporary art fair. Kate's Zipper Jewelry will be shown at PULSE through GREY AREA, a new gallery-boutique.

About PULSE: "Through its annual editions in New York, Los Angeles and Miami, PULSE provides a unique platform for diverse galleries to present a progressive blend of renowned and pioneering contemporary artists, alongside an evolving series of original programming. The fair's distinctive commitment to the art community and visitor experience makes PULSE unique among art fairs and creates an art market experience that is both dynamic and inviting."

About GREY AREA: "GREY AREA is the undefined space between art and design where art is made functional and the functional is made art. We love when artists explore limits and blur boundaries, and it is GREY AREA’s mission to present the best of what doesn’t quite fit within the traditional gallery experience. We will do so in highly-curated environments, through our website, various pop- up locations, and programmed happenings."

For more information and tickets to PULSE, please visit: www.pulse-art.com

To experience the gallery-boutique of GREY AREA, please visit: www.greyarea.com

Z for Zipper Necklace: ABeCeDarian Exhibition

Elizabeth © 2010 Kate Cusack

Kate Cusack's Zipper Necklace, "Elizabeth" represents the letter Z at Facere Jewelry Art Gallery's ABeCeDarian Exhibition.

26 artists were asked to create a piece of jewelry to correspond to a letter of the alphabet. Facere produced a book to correspond with the exhibition. To purchase a copy of the book or any of the pieces included in the exhibition, please contact Facere directly.

The ABeCeDarian Exhibition will be on view from May 18th through June 4th, 2011. The gallery is located at City Centre 1420 Fifth Ave. Seattle WA 98101.

Zipper Jewelry: Unlimited Spirit Art Video

Kate Cusack's Zipper Jewelry was the latest feature of the Unlimited Spirit video series created by Swiss luxury watch company, Rado.

Kate Cusack’s zipper jewelry is a culmination of her experiences transforming unusual materials in the world of costume design, window displays and sculptural/wearable designs. The pieces Kate creates are made from seemingly mundane materials and come to life when they are worn.

Kate crafts each piece by hand using nothing but zippers.
She is based in Brooklyn, New York.

Unlimited Spirit. RADO.

Many thanks to Yaara Sumeruk.

Zipper Lace: new Zipper Jewelry by Kate Cusack

Lace © Kate Cusack 2011

Lace - Algae © Kate Cusack 2011

Lace © Kate Cusack 2011

Introducing... Zipper Lace: the new series of Zipper Necklaces by Kate Cusack.

This new collection features the metal teeth of the zipper -- without the fabric element of the zipper. The Zipper Lace necklaces are light-weight, graphic and stunning. They are perfect for spring and summer.

Currently, the Zipper Lace series is available at Julie: Artisans' Gallery in New York and The Snyderman Works Gallery in Philadelphia. A select number of new necklaces will also be available through Kate's online store.

Zipper Jewelry in Bijoux Magazine

Bijoux Magazine from Brazil recently published a three page feature on Kate's Zipper Jewelry. Many thanks to Orley and Helena for the feature.

Zipper Jewelry at 2011 Oscars

New York Times reporter, Melena Ryzik wore Kate's Zipper Necklace "Bubbles XXII" to the 2011 Oscars on February 27th. Melena Ryzik reports on all the awards shows for the New York Times as the Carpetbagger. She later said, "Every single person I talked to loved your necklace." Thanks Melena!

The "Bubbles XXII" Zipper Necklace is currently available through Kate's online store.