My thoughts, musings and my Inspiration

Here’s a place where I can share interesting things. A journal that tells stories about clients and our work together. That unveils new collections, announces new projects, and introduces collaborations. A space for you to see what inspires me and one where we can connect and engage.

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The luxury of family ~ The luxury of creating jewellery for them

The luxury of family ~ The luxury of creating jewellery for them

An engagement ring from Dave for Kat: My brother is probably the least romantic person I know, who had absolutely no intention of ever getting married.  So it came as a major shock to us all when he proposed to Kat. I remember squealing down the phone with delight! It also came as a major shock to Kat who made him wait 48 hours for her reply... 

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Lockdown Life: Isolation Diary ~ Gem Weekly 2

Lockdown Life: Isolation Diary ~ Gem Weekly 2

Questioning the things we value, and treasuring them: Those two words treasure, and value are of course inherently associated with jewellery – they are after all treasures and they have a value.  But what exactly is the meaning of value in relation to jewellery?

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Diamonds are Aprils best friend ~ Part 2

Diamonds are Aprils best friend ~ Part 2

A whistle stop history of diamonds: Read the next installment about diamonds and their evolution. From the first Table Cut diamonds of the 14th century through to the old Victorian cuts and and on to the brilliant cut ones of today. 
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The story so far ~ Rosie's remodeled 'twinkly' ring

The story so far ~ Rosie's remodeled 'twinkly' ring

Applauding our NHS and key workers through bespoke jewellery stories: 10 years ago Rosie was gifted a diamond cluster ring by her mother-in-law.  When she came to see me a few month ago the center diamond was lost and it had experienced a fair amount of wear-and-tear over the years (pictured) I started work to rejuvenate it just before Covid-19 Struck. Read the story so far...

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Diamonds are April's friend!

Diamonds are April's friend!

Diamond is the birthstone for April. Part one ~ overview: These sparkly (and let's be honest pricey) little things come in all shapes, sizes, cuts and colours. If you're tentatively considering dipping your toe into the world of diamonds, maybe for a future marriage proposal then I appreciate researching these fascinating miracles of nature (unless lab grown, but that's a story for another week) can be a bit of minefield...

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Anna's special remodeled ring, for a special birthday!

Anna's special remodeled ring, for a special birthday!

Bespoke remodeling commission: Will Corona stop me from meeting Anna's special August birthday deadline? I hope not! See the video as I explain the stage I'm at in combining and remodeling these two rings into a fabulous new contemporary, bold design!

Reading time: 1 minute / video time: 2 minutes

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Andrew and Sonya's bespoke engagement and wedding rings journey

Andrew and Sonya's bespoke engagement and wedding rings journey

One striking diamond and green sapphire engagement ring and two unique wedding rings, designed and created for a wonderful couple! Read the story behind the designs and how one lead to the other... 

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Lockdown Life: Isolation Diary ~ Gem Weekly 1

Lockdown Life: Isolation Diary ~ Gem Weekly 1

Hello, how are you? That question kind of just hangs there doesn't it. Usually we'd jovially say something along the lines of "I'm fine thanks, you?"  I'm not really sure how I'm meant to feel I've never lived through a pandemic and extended periods of isolation before. I think I'm fine. I feel fine...

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Lockdown Life: Isolation Diary ~ Daily Gem 11

Lockdown Life: Isolation Diary ~ Daily Gem 11

Is the laser welder the super hero to you jewellery box? I think so!  It rescues your broken jewellery and chains from extinction or a life discarded unloved at the bottom of your jewellery box. How does it work? And how can it repair your jewellery?

 

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