“Here we are, trapped in the amber of the moment

Steampunk has been described as "the greatest era that never was". It is a subculture-slash-style that is best known for adding Victorian-inspired flourishes to today’s tech and fashion.

In three short words, steampunk is Victorian science fiction. Here “Victorian” is not meant to indicate a specific culture, but rather references a time period and an aesthetic: the industrialized 19th century. Historically, this period saw the development of many key aspects of the modern world (mechanized manufacturing, extensive urbanization, telecommunications, office life and mass-transit), and steampunk uses this existing technology and structure to imagine an even more advanced 19th century, often complete with Victorian-inspired wonders like steam-powered aircraft and mechanical computers.

For this swap- the tribe will each create a steampunk inspired jewelry casket. Think Victorian flourishes, gears, locks and keys, copper and steam powered mechanisms.

The boxes used can be new or repurposed- and of a size that could hold a few pieces of jewelry.

The normal rules of engagement apply here- no flaking and really try to make this something your partner will treasure.

“The game is afoot.” – Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes