When people hear the word “jewel,” they normally associated it with different projections in terms of material, design, or value. Some think of diamonds, others think of gold and silver, or precious stones, or colour strings.

Jeweller Dimitar Delchev, however, has a more original approach. He is using a whimsical design and peculiar materials that usually provoke smiles. His jewels are so flexible that one of his bracelets could easily convert into a necklace; they are objects that celebrate the moment and are not made to last for the posterity. Though one could never be sorry for losing any of them, or damaging them, because they have the capacity to be re-invented with new shapes, yet bearing another fresh idea.

Delchev is certain that it is not the high cost of the material that gives value to a jewel. A jewel is nothing but a messenger of the artist's imagination and a glimpse on the personality of the person who wears it.

Sariev Gallery at 40 Otets Paisii street in Plovdiv is hosting Delchev's one-man show titled One Euro.

The artist has organised his works in three groups – Ready-made jewels, Vacuum and Mini-Bar.

The ready-mades are exactly how they sound. Delchev presents necklaces made out of laundry pins and Chinese food sticks, as well as rings made of bicycle bell and nail-clipper.

In Vacuum, the main material is using tire and plenty of bright colours. There is a separate line for engagement rings that just stick to one another.

The Mini-Bar features a collection of jewels made from drinks and food. These are mainly Bulgarian traditional products: beans, hot chilly peppers, rakya, wine.

The exhibition continues until July 30.