Opals for October
Birthstones have become super popular recently, from stacking rings to pendants and earrings as gifts...
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Simply Textured
Holding a hammer and adding texture to silver is one of the best parts of being a jeweller!
Love Fakenham
Fakenham is definitely worth a visit. Here's my round up of a pretty great day in our town.
Jewellery and Politics
Margaret Thatcher used jewellery as an extension of her image, from her pearls symbolizing elegance and strength, to her carefully chosen brooches.
Elizabeth Taylor's Jewellery Box
Just a few pieces from Elizabeth Taylor's treasure trove of a jewellery box.
First Fortnight of my shop
The good, the bad, and the ugly of my first fortnight of having a shop....
Normal for Norfolk
Wiveton Hall is a strange but beautiful place, quiet and dreamy and the ideal spot for some creativity.
Coming soon....
Until today Metcalf's Jewellers has been an empty shop on Upper Market Street in Fakenham… however at 9am this morning I picked up the keys!
Modern Technology and Jewellery Making
Using modern technology in a handmade jewellery business might seem counter intuitive but actually it enables me to create something beautiful!
Sparkle and Sport!
Discover the fascinating world where sports and jewellery meet, highlighting the unique ways athletes celebrate their victories and personal styles.
A weekend of playing in the sand!
I've had the best weekend experimenting with sand casting which is one of the oldest metal working techniques dating back to the Ancient Egyptians.
Top 5.... reasons to craft
Attending a workshop this weekend has given me a chance to think about my top 5 reasons to craft.
Through the Garden Gate
Within the "Through the Garden Gate" collection, discover a special selection of sterling silver jewellery, reflecting the beauty of an English garden
The Victorians and their insects!
The Victorians were obsessed with nature and their jewellery reflects that. Find out how I am inspired by nature too.
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The Buzz on Bees
I am fascinated by bees and their small size and huge impact upon our ecosystem. It is also the oldest and most favourite collection of my jewellery.
Diamonds are forever...
With April's birthstone being diamond, this seemed like a good time to explore the desire for diamonds…. and look at the alternatives!
