My Jewellery

I make my jewellery using fine silver, sterling silver, epoxy resin and sea glass. Below I have added a bit more information about the techniques I use. This will hopefully answer any questions you may have.

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Silver

My fine silver pieces are created using silver clay which is perfect for capturing natural textures and moulding shapes. Silver clay contains fine particles of 100% recycled pure silver. When fired, the clay burns away leaving only the solid silver. It is then known as fine silver which can be hallmarked with 999 and is 99.9% silver.

Some of my pieces are cast in sterling silver which is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper and can be hallmarked with 925. All chains and findings are sterling silver except those used in flower resin jewellery.

My jewellery is not currently hallmarked but I hope to do this in future.

Epoxy Resin

Epoxy resin is a clear liquid that dries solid when mixed with hardener. I use it as it allows me to encase leaves, petals, seeds, flowers and glitter as if they were in glass. Epoxy resin dries (or cures) completely clear and solid. Once solid the resin is non-toxic and is safe to wear.

I am currently testing a new bio-resin that is more environmentally friendly so watch this space!

Sea Glass

I love to use sea glass in my designs. The glass is collected from our local beaches by myself and my family when out with our dog.

These beautifully smooth gems are created by the sea washing pieces of glass over many years. The action of the glass washing against sand and rocks over a long period of time smooths away sharp edges, producing lovely tactile gems that are swept on to the beach by the tide.