Tag Archives: sterling silver

Dark and Light Blue Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Light and Dark Blue Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Dark and Light Blue Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

The gorgeous Linda saw one of the rings I had created on FaceBook, and just had to have her own!

 

Dark and Light Blue Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

She chose this gorgeous and really unusual drusy agate cabochon from my gemstone collection.

 

Dark and Light Blue Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

The ring turned out beautifully, and Linda (and her small daughter) are both very pleased with it! Thanks, Linda!

Haematite

Hematite with Quartz (photo credit Rob Lavinsky)

Hematite with Quartz (photo credit Rob Lavinsky)

Haematite is the mineral form of an iron oxide. It can be black to steel or silver-gray; brown to reddish brown; or red. It is mined as the main ore of iron.

BotryoidalHaematite (photo credit Harvard Museum of Natural History)

BotryoidalHaematite (photo credit Harvard Museum of Natural History)

Gray hematite is typically found in places where there has been standing water or mineral hot springs. Haematite has also been discovered on Mars!

Haematite on Mars (photo credit NASA)

Haematite on Mars (photo credit NASA)

The name haematite is derived from the Greek word for blood ‘αἷμα haima’ as haematite can be red. It is used by jewellers in powdered form (with grease added) for fine polishing and is called rouge.

Red Haematite (Michigan)

Red Haematite (Michigan)

Haematite is believed to have grounding properties. It is thought to help reduce the discomfort of leg cramps and broken bones. It is also thought to cleanse the blood, and help with blood-related diseases such as anaemia.

Haematite Sphere (photo credit Manchester Herbs)

Haematite Sphere (photo credit Manchester Herbs)

There are some lovely haematite cabochons in my gemstone collection. If you’d like something beautiful made, let me know!

Huge Haematite Cabochon

 

Amethyst, Labradorite and Moonstone Sterling Silver Stacking Rings

Amethyst, Labradorite and Moonstone Sterling Silver Stacking Rings

Amethyst, Labradorite and Moonstone Sterling Silver Stacking Rings

I was recently contacted by Greg, who was after something special for his partner Fi.

Amethyst, Labradorite and Moonstone Sterling Silver Stacking Rings

They both came to visit me, and Fi was able to choose her very own gemstones from my collection.

Amethyst, Labradorite and Moonstone Sterling Silver Stacking Rings

A quick measure with my ring sizers, and I created these treasures. I love the blend of amethyst, moonstone and labradorite – it may be a Pisces thing!

Amethyst, Labradorite and Moonstone Sterling Silver Stacking Rings

I do have lots of smaller gemstones in many gorgeous colours, so if you’d like something similar, do let me know!

Sterling Silver and Amazonite, Chrysoprase, Topaz, and Turquoise Infinity Pendant

Sterling Silver and Amazonite, Chrysoprase, Topaz, and Turquoise Infinity Pendant

My lovely friend Margaret is an artist, and I met her when she commissioned me to create this coherent wave pendant for her to wear to her art exhibition, Bliss.

Sterling Silver and Amazonite, Chrysoprase, Topaz, and Turquoise Infinity Pendant

The symbol is for infinity, of course, and also represents the number eight, which is a very lucky number in Asia and kept cropping up throughout Margaret’s painting journey!

Sterling Silver and Amazonite, Chrysoprase, Topaz, and Turquoise Infinity Pendant

We selected the turquoise, chrysoprase and amazonite as they were such delicious water colours, and I added the sparkling white topaz which reminds me of the sparkling water too.

Flirting with the Light (painting by Margaret Ingles)

Flirting with the Light (painting by Margaret Ingles)

Thanks, Margaret, your visions are lovely, and you’re a joy to work with!

Malachite and Sterling Silver Statement Ring

Malachite and Sterling Silver Ring

Malachite and Sterling Silver Statement Ring

 

One of my dear customers, Charmaine, asked me to create her this malachite ring for a special function she is attending.

 

Malachite and Sterling Silver Statement Ring

 

She is such a sweetie to work with, and it was my pleasure!

 

Malachite and Sterling Silver Statement Ring

 

I love this lighter malachite, it’s just gorgeous. Thanks, Charmaine!

Grey Titanium Coated Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Grey Titanium Coated Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Grey Titanium Coated Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

I was very happy when Bek asked to make this stunning piece of drusy into a bespoke ring for her.

 

Grey Titanium Coated Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

The sparkle is wonderful, and the ring is a great one for every occasion!

 

Grey Titanium Coated Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

 

If you’d like your own ring, you can choose your favourite stone from my gemstone collection, and I’d love to create it into something lovely for you!

Indigo Blue Cube Czech Glass and Sterling Silver Jewellery Set

Indigo Czech Glass and Sterling Silver Jewellery Set

Indigo Blue Cube Czech Glass and Sterling Silver Earrings

Toni fell in love with the indigo beads on these earrings, and after she had purchased herself a pair, she wondered if I could create her a matching bracelet and necklace.

Indigo Blue Cube Czech Glass and Sterling Silver Jewellery Set

I love getting custom requests, so I was happy to oblige!

Indigo Blue Cube Czech Glass and Sterling Silver Jewellery Set

Toni loves them, and has received lots of compliments. Happy all round!

Sterling Silver Aztec Design Wedding Rings

Sterling Silver Aztec Wedding Rings

A lovely couple came to me as they were getting married and they were after some unique wedding rings.

Sterling Silver Aztec Wedding Ring Set

They wondered if I could create some with an Aztec theme. So that the rings would be especially personal for them, I got the husband to be to draw up the matching designs.

Sterling Silver Aztec Wedding Ring Set

Gorgeous! I hope the wedding was too!

Prehnite and Sterling Silver Ring

Prehnite and Sterling Silver Ring

Prehnite and Sterling Silver Ring

 

Nicole chose this gorgeous prehnite cabochon from my gemstone collection and commissioned me to create a ring for her.

 

Prehnite and Sterling Silver Ring

 

I love the inclusions in this prehnite, just gorgeous!

 

Prehnite and Sterling Silver Ring

 

Such a lovely piece to create, thanks Nicole! I’m looking forward to working on your next piece!

Garnet and Sterling Silver Circles Ring

Garnet and Sterling Silver Circles Ring

Circles, endlessly wonderful. I created this ring for myself, as I wanted something to match a pair of earrings I made that I wear a lot.

Garnet and Sterling Silver Circles Ring

The design came to me as I was daydreaming before I went to sleep one night.

Garnet and Sterling Silver Circles Ring

I really love this ring!