Meet the maker Hayley Aspinwall

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Like a Magpie, I search for hours picking gorgeous coloured gemstones, unique shaped pearls and unusual findings to create different styles to suit everyone. You will find a range of different items in my shop from cute and quirky to simple, dainty everyday styles.

I have created bespoke items for customers and love to create custom orders, if there is anything that you have seen and want this in a different bead, gemstone or chain, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Most items in my shop can be adjusted in size, or the earring findings changed from hooks to kidney wires at no extra cost, but please leave me a note at the checkout or send me a message beforehand.

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JEWELLERY CARE TIPS
Items are handmade, and should be handled as such. Always use care when taking items on/off. Please do not wear while exercising, swimming or showering. Jewellery needs to be properly cleaned, so please keep clean and dry when not in use and store in a safe place. Wash with care and be careful not to tangle chain. Sterling silver and gold-filled components can last years of regular wear if taken care of properly. If you do receive/purchase a cotton filled gift box, please keep your jewellery within a plastic sealed bag. Cotton filled boxes are no long 100% cotton and can taint pieces.

• SILVER PLATED
Never scrub plated components. The life of jewellery made with these materials can be made to last significantly longer if cared for properly. Tarnish is a compound formed when silver interacts with sulfur and other airborne chemicals in the atmosphere which begins as a yellow tint which can be easily removed. For an easy removal of tarnish: gently massage toothpaste (preferably a brand with a whitening effect or baking soda) into the piece, leave to settle for a few minutes and rinse with water and dry, repeat if necessary. Prevention of tarnish: wash gently with dish washer liquid + water; remove before exercising or showering; store in a clean and dry place away from direct sunlight preferably a closed container or sealed plastic bag; always handle with care, especially when taking on and off.

• STERLING SILVER
Pure silver cannot be used to make jewellery as it is too soft so silver is alloyed with other metals such as copper in a ratio of 92.5% to 7.5% hence the name 925 Sterling silver. The more sterling silver is worn, the less it needs to be cleaned. To clean gently rub with a baking soda & water paste; toothpaste & water; silver polishing cloth; or jewellery cleaner, and rinse with water.

• GOLD FILLED
Gold filled components contain 100 times more real gold that gold plated components and are very durable and tarnish resistant. Gold filled jewellery is a beautiful, affordable alternative to solid gold, and can be worn by people with sensitive skin. If dirt has built up, use dish washing liquid and water or a jewellery cleaner.

• RAW BRASS
Brass deepens over time. Brass, like silver, will eventually patina (tarnish) giving it a vintage effect, if not cleaned. This is just oxidation and can be cleaned off, but if you do not clean off tarnish in a timely manner, tarnish may remain permanently. To brighten, simply rub with lemon & water then rinse. It can be handy to keep a mixture of lemon & water in a small spray bottle.

• FRESH WATER/SALT WATER PEARLS
Pearls are softer and more delicate than many other beads since they are an organic material. Wipe them with a soft cloth after wearing to remove any body oils or cosmetics. They may be washed occasionally with a mild soap and a soft cloth. Keep stored away from other jewellery to avoid scratches or other abrasions.