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I design and create wearable, affordable pieces with a touch of fun and colour for those who love unique over mass produced.

It all started with a little curiosity. I took an evening class in silversmithing and jewellery many moons ago when i was working in the antique silver trade and wanted to learn how silver worked. How do you chase, engrave, hammer? How hot does silver need to get before it melts into a bubbling pool?

I began making gifts for friends and family and they, in turn, asked me to make gifts for their friends and family and so it all began. I'm based in Oxfordshire, in a studio (if i'm being honest it's a pretty shed), in the back of my garden.

I'm always searching for inspiration, my pockets often full of seeds, pine cones or whatever i may have found while out on a walk.These natural treasures often inspire my silver work.

Having worked with silver for many years i started looking at stones and how i might work with them.
I love sourcing rough or raw gemstones. Some roughly cut, others pretty much as they've been found in the ground. They have a unique beauty, perfect for those who like to be an individual and look for something beyond the high street.
I also use sparkly, cut stones, with these i'm looking for colour. Something bright and zingy to spread a little sunshine whatever the weather.

I don't have a production line of pieces, each piece pictured is the one you're buying. If you see something you like the look of but it's not quite right - let me know! Whether it's the chain length, size of stone or colour i can usually tweak designs to suit most requirements.

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