Meet the maker Jora

I'm a scientist......but it doesn't show! Sitting on a blanket in the afternoon sun surrounded by delicate beads, pinks & purples, golds and bronze. Tiny pliers placing precious pearls. Welcome to my lab.

I started making jewellery at 11 years old - I loved making badges using plaster of Paris. I even set up my own business in the school playground, selling my badges to friends and the odd teacher. I had price tags and gift bags.........I have to smile at my past self. I never knew what I wanted to 'be' after college. I never considered my past business venture as a possibility. It's taken 17 years to come full circle and I've discovered mediums other than plaster of Paris, although I still love it!! I've had more than a few adventures to inspire me - my work is a reflection of everything I love. Jewellery is my identity, it shows the world who I am when I'm too shy to tell. Delicate, beautiful, elaborate. Ultimately unique. Thank you for letting me share it with you.