Category Archives: Bracelets

Handmade Neon Apatite and Silver Bangle

neon apatite and silver bangle – silversmith handcrafted

This neon apatite and silver bangle was a custom build for a client. Harley was on a mission for his wife to have a bangle made to fit in with her existing collection. He visited my workshop and viewed the selection of gemstones I had available. The neon apatite had caught his wife’s eye, and Harley decided it was the perfect stone.

Handmade Neon Apatite and Silver Bangle

Harley’s wife was keen to have a round bangle to fit in with her other jewellery. I worked within the style and size of her existing bangles. As I usually do, I kept the design of this handmade neon apatite and silver bangle simple. To balance the gemstone and keep it on top of the wrist, I weighted the bangle with some silver spheres.

Handmade Neon Apatite and Silver Bangle

Apatite comes in the most glorious shades across almost the whole spectrum of colour. There is a lovely apatite pendant in The Silver Forge shop at present which really showcases the stone. I designed and handcrafted the pendant myself using traditional silversmithing techniques and tools.

I have some other beautiful gemstones in different colours and shapes. If you’d like your own bangle, pendant or ring, let me know. I’d be happy to create for you!

Chrysocolla and Sterling Silver Bangle

handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle

This handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle was a custom build for one of my lovely clients. Robbie wanted a unique and personal gift to give to his partner for her birthday. He visited my workshop and viewed the selection of gemstones I had available. The gorgeous pair of chrysocolla stones caught his eye, and they are the perfect shade for a redhead to wear.

handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle

As I usually do, I kept the design of this handcrafted chrysocolla and silver bangle simple. The gemstones are the key feature of the piece. I prefer to let them do the talking. Often, the simple things in life are the best!

Chrysocolla is a copper containing mineral, and is often found with turquoise and malachite. This gemstone comes in the most glorious shades from deep green to bright blue. I’ve made a few pieces with this gorgeous stone, including this pendant for my lovely mum. Meanwhile, I have a couple of pieces on the bench now waiting for me to turn them into custom pieces.

I have some other beautiful pairs of gemstones in different colours and shapes. If you’d like your own bangle, or even a pair of earrings, let me know. I’d be happy to create for you!

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

Eudialyte Cuff Bangle

Vera came to my workshop and browsed through my gemstone collection, choosing two eudialyte stones for me to create with – one for her, and one for her partner.

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

This cuff is for Vera. She wanted some subtle detail if I thought it would suit the stone.

Eudialyte and Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

Vera was very happy with the end result, and so was I!

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Cuff Bangle

This cuff bracelet was a one-off remodelling job I did for a lovely client using an old cuff which was precious to her but unfortunately broken. It’s a good reminder to be careful when putting on your cuff bangles not to squeeze or stretch them and over-stress the metal!

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

The existing stones were (probably) turquoise, and the addition of chrysocolla adds interest and texture to the piece.

Turquoise and Chrysocolla Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

It was great working with Juliet, and we discovered quite a few uncanny coincidences that made the experience even more special! Thanks!

Sterling Silver Initials Bangle

Sterling Silver Initials Bangle

Benson wanted to give his wife a special gift for their wedding anniversary. Sensible man, he went for custom made jewellery!

Sterling Silver Initials Bangle

We put a spin on this cuff bangle and included his wife’s initials.

Sterling Silver Initials Bangle

I hope it was a hit on the day!

Sterling Silver Palm Wrap Bracelets

Sterling Silver Palm Wrap Bracelets

Lenka Klikacova is a fashion designer, and she contacted me to see if I could make her some silver palm wrap bracelets for her Spring/Summer 2016 fashion show.

Sterling Silver Palm Wrap Bracelets

I hadn’t heard of palm wraps before, but they are a thing, and I was happy to create the ones that Lenka had in her mind!

Lenka Klikacova Spring/Summer 2016

Lenka’s designs are sleek and have great shape, so the simplicity of the silver band really worked well.

Lenka Klikacova Spring/Summer 2016

I’m looking forward to working with Lenka again!

Garnet, Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Bangle

Garnet, Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Bangle

Matthew was looking for a gift for his wife, and he got in touch to see if I could create a bangle similar to this one, but with some gemstones included.

Garnet, Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Bangle

He got their small daughter to choose the gemstones from my collection. She picked garnet and lapis lazuli.

Garnet, Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Bangle

I hope this thoughtful present was well received!

Opal, Peridot and Sterling Silver Ring

Opal, Peridot and Sterling Silver Ring

My lovely client, Pauline, wanted a ring created for her daughter’s 40th birthday, with and opal and two peridots which are the birthstones of her daughter’s three children.

Opal, Peridot and Sterling Silver Ring

She asked if I could use an opal cabochon that she had. I was happy to do that!

Opal, Peridot and Sterling Silver Ring

I got in some tiny peridots, and we designed the ring together.

Opal, Peridot and Sterling Silver Ring

Pauline asked if I could make a simple silver bangle to pair with the ring. What a lovely gift!

Sterling Silver Bangle

Sterling Silver Bangle

It was my lovely mother-in-law’s birthday, and I wanted to make her something nice!

Sterling Silver BangleThis bangle is simple, and was fun to make, and great for every day wear.

Sterling Silver Bangle

Perhaps I’ll make myself one!

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

One of my dearest old school friends asked if I could create a bangle for his daughter’s 16th birthday.

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

He sent me a sketch of what he wanted, and described the ocean feel he was looking for in the stones.

Neon Apatite and Labradorite Sterling Silver Bangle

This piece was truly a pleasure to create, it just flowed together beautifully. Happy birthday, Sophie! xx