My Story
Hi,
My name is Barbara and I am the designer and maker of the jewellery and accessories in this online shop.
For over 20 years I worked as a dressmaker in a very busy bridal shop and also created bespoke jewellery and accessories for clients of the shop. It was important to me to be confident in the quality and design of the products I create so I enrolled in jewellery making and silversmithing workshops and also completed a course at a local college to gain a qualification in creative crafts focusing on jewellery design and techniques. My passion for making jewellery led me to open my own Etsy shop.
I design and create my accessories from home, a small village in the Staffordshire countryside, in a workroom overlooking my garden. I am a very passionate, enthusiastic and wildlife friendly gardener and am thrilled by the number and variety of birds, insects and wildlife that regularly visit.
I will never compromise on the quality of the crystals, pearls and components used in my designs and only ever use European manufactured finest quality crystals, pearls and cubic zirconia from suppliers with ethical and sustainable policies and practices. Sterling silver and gold are purchased from UK suppliers who are members of the National Association of Jewellers and have strong ethical and environmental policies.
My designs are stylish and tasteful, wearable and versatile, sparkly and colourful. I hope you have seen something you like but if not please look again as I regularly add new designs or get in touch as I am happy to discuss custom designs.
Thank you for viewing my shop and reading my story.
Barbara x