Jewellery Through the Centuries: Visiting the Victoria and Albert Museum
A visit to the V&A jewellery gallery and exhibitions — from Cartier to Chanel — and the inspiration they offer a jewellery maker.
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Pocket Treasures
You put your hand in your favourite coat pocket and find the treasures you found; the small key you found by the the garden gate.
Shellabrating the Norfolk Coast!
A new addition to my Norfolk Beach collection featuring this beautiful mussel shell cast in sterling silver on a curb chain.
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Should I buy matching jewellery?
When I am at fairs, I am often asked one question which I find difficult to answer and it is this one, should you buy matching jewellery?
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Should you invest in an expensive piece of jewellery?
My mum always told me that jewellery isn't made to sit in a jewellery box and only be taken out to be admired. It should be worn.
Should I look for a hallmark when I buy a piece of jewellery?
There is a new hallmark for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, read my journal post to find out why you should look for a hallmark when you buy.
How do I choose a piece of jewellery as a gift?
Would you like to treat someone to a piece of jewellery but don't really know what to get? Here are my top 5 tips for choosing the perfect piece.....
How do I design a bangle?
Designing a bangle for yourself or as a special gift for someone isn't as difficult as you might think. Read on to find out more...
Which pink gemstone should I choose?
With Valentine's Day just on the other side of the weekend and everywhere decorated with delicious pink hearts, which pink gemstone could you choose?
How long does it take to make a bangle?
This is a question I am often asked and as today I have been making some, it gave me a great opportunity to write this recipe for you!
What to do when you lose an earring...
I love a good list and here are my top 3 things to do when you lose one of your favourite earrings...
All that Glitters!
You can't have missed the hype surrounding the new BBC tv show called All that Glitters which is like Bake off/Sewing Bee/Pottery throwdown...
International Women's Day
If you google famous women jewellery designers then you don't find many of them... in fact in a Christie's list there only appears one.....
Engagement.....
It's an absolute dream to be asked to make an engagement ring for someone, especially a friend who I am still in touch with after almost 40 years.
Styling Gok!
If you have seen my social media feed recently you will know how I have been brushing shoulders with Gok Wan!
Tatlertastic!
At the beginning of the summer (that feels a lifetime ago) I was contacted by Tatler magazine and asked if I would feature...
