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Cartier at the V&A: Jewels Fit for Royalty

Cartier at the V&A: Jewels Fit for Royalty

Step inside Cartier’s world at the V&A: royal jewels, rich history, and the artistry behind their iconic designs.

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Gold with a Hidden Past

Gold with a Hidden Past

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Claire Howard

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August 17, 2025
Why your jewellery might carry more history than you think
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Carrying Stories not Stuff

Carrying Stories not Stuff

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Claire Howard

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August 14, 2025
Letting go of possessions, holding on to meaning
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Smugglers and Secrets

Smugglers and Secrets

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Claire Howard

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July 20, 2025
A Stroll Through Norfolk's Hidden Past
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The Magic of a Beach

The Magic of a Beach

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Claire Howard

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July 12, 2025
A Summer Story
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The Quiet Strength of the Limpet

The Quiet Strength of the Limpet

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Claire Howard

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July 7, 2025
A silver shell, a summer memory, and a story of home
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Craft Matters: Why Birmingham’s New Title — and the Red List — Should Make Us All Pause

Craft Matters: Why Birmingham’s New Title — and the Red List — Should Make Us All Pause

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Claire Howard

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June 23, 2025
Handmade jewellery, endangered skills, and the quiet power of keeping traditions alive.
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Gold Leaf, Norfolk Inspired

Gold Leaf, Norfolk Inspired

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Claire Howard

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June 2, 2025
How gold leaf, ancient craft, and Norfolk light inspired a glowing jewellery collection
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You Are Here - Always Holkham

You Are Here - Always Holkham

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Claire Howard

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May 20, 2025
A new necklace inspired by Holkham Beach, memory, and the power of place.
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Buried Treasure and New Traditions

Buried Treasure and New Traditions

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Claire Howard

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May 15, 2025
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Jean Després – The Modern Maker Who Flew Before He Forged

Jean Després – The Modern Maker Who Flew Before He Forged

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Claire Howard

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May 12, 2025
How a wartime engineer reshaped modern jewellery – and quietly inspired my new men’s collection.
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Strength By Design

Strength By Design

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Claire Howard

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May 3, 2025
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The Garden Path that Loops Back Round

The Garden Path that Loops Back Round

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Claire Howard

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April 25, 2025
A meandering spring walk, lost woods, bleeding hearts, and garden gate daydreams.
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The Bay Tree Egg

The Bay Tree Egg

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Claire Howard

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April 16, 2025
A Garden Surprise in Gold and Enamel
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Holkham Hall - A place close to my heart (Every Season!)

Holkham Hall - A place close to my heart (Every Season!)

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Claire Howard

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April 15, 2025
A fresh season, a familiar place, and a fair filled with small-business magic
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Milestones & Memories

Milestones & Memories

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Claire Howard

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March 31, 2025
Why We Give Jewellery to Mark Life’s Big Moments
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