Taking a page from late ancient Roman jewellery, the Aurelia collection showcases strong yet simple pieces, characterized by geometric shapes and prominent use of gems. The necklaces are a case in point: elegant in its simplicity the gemstone bead sits right in the hollow of your neck on a fine 9 karat yellow gold curbContinue reading “Introducing Aurelia”
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Let’s create some new memories
Open your jewellery box(es) and take a stroll down memory lane, remembering where you picked up a particular piece, the special occasion it marks or the person who gave it to you. You’ll likely find some broken jewellery, single earrings and sentimental pieces you’re unlikely to wear again. Why not recycle these bits and piecesContinue reading “Let’s create some new memories”
Last piece for 2016
Ending 2016 on a good note. Although lots of thought went into the details of this commission, the go ahead came in quite close to the due date. Never shy of a challenge, I am delighted this one came together so well and on time. My last piece for 2016, gone to a lovely lass.
RDS Craft Fair
Whatever about Black Friday, the National Craft & Design Fair in the RDS is where it’s at for Irish craft in the run up to Christmas. Nicole and her fellow graduates will be launching their Sterling silver ranges at The School of Jewellery stand 127-128 in the main hall. Nicole will be presenting the first pieces from herContinue reading “RDS Craft Fair”
Something old…or is it new?
Do you have jewellery that has sentimental value, but which you never wear? We can rework your gold into bespoke pieces of jewellery designed specially for you, unlocking the value of those precious metals while retaining the irreplaceable memories. Or maybe your jewellery box is littered with broken chains, single earrings, and pieces that seemed like a good ideaContinue reading “Something old…or is it new?”
Commission – Dog Brooch
A longstanding customer/collector wanted a brooch in the form of a treasured pet, so she could carry a reminder of him close to her heart. Hand engraved, carefully cut and polished, the final piece is an accurate facsimile capturing the animal’s poise and grace in sterling silver. Suitable for casual or semi-formal wear, a unique piece withContinue reading “Commission – Dog Brooch”
The Big Move
October 2016 brought loads of excitement as an opportunity popped up to move my studio to the premises of DesignYard in Donnybrook as having a designer and goldsmith on site fit right in with their new concept. For me clearing the decks and getting all my tools and projects organised was a necessary evil, but the new workContinue reading “The Big Move”
DesignYard
We’ve been really focused on acquiring some new skills over the last months, but there are good things happening on the commercial side too. DesignYard, Dublin’s best-known contemporary jewellery gallery, has started to carry our collection, with a number of pieces on show in the store. And it’s selling nicely. Get in there to see what’sContinue reading “DesignYard”
Winter tales
While winter in Ireland isn’t comparable with winter in Michigan or anywhere really cold, it can have its chilly days. However, one of the constant features of Dublin is Dublin Bay and even in winter the light and the vistas can be impressive. In fact they’re often very reminiscent of paintings of the Hague School.Continue reading “Winter tales”
Crown Jewels
Recently, and for the second time, we had a special private viewing of the British Crown Jewels. It’s quite a privilege. For those of you that haven’t heard of them – which should be very few – they’re a unique collection of pieces gathered by fair means and foul over the centuries. While they’re veryContinue reading “Crown Jewels”
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