Christmas may seem a little way off, but it pays to order early if you can! Until midnight on Sunday 12th November you can benefit from 15% discount on every purchase by simply entering code GIFT17 at the checkout. You can use the code as many times as you like, but it must be entered […]
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Those born in October have a choice of two birthstones – tourmaline and opal. Each of these gems comes in a rainbow of shades and colour combinations. In fact, according to legend both of October’s birthstones came to earth through a journey involving rainbows. Tourmaline is known as the ‘Peace Stone’. A tourmaline is believed to dispel […]
The end of the outdoor events means I can finally put away my wellington boots! It’s certainly been a wet season this year. It rained so hard at The Royal Cornwall Show in June that I had to close my stand for fear of getting flooded and The Festival of British Eventing at Gatcombe was another […]
It seems that having one less thing to worry about is a real help, as I’m always delighted by the number of customers who opt for gift wrap when placing an order. Simply add the gift wrap option of £2.50 to any order, decide whether you’d like a message added, and we’ll do the rest. The […]
In this line of business some of the most important people, (apart from customers!) are the suppliers we use. I have always opted for companies in the UK. I choose companies that I have grown to trust, so that I know whenever I place an order for gemstones, pearls or sterling silver I will always […]
Following a busy few weeks, I’m off on my travels, so will be away from my workshop for a short while. All orders placed while I’m away, will be dispatched on Monday 24th July on my return. I’m really sorry for the delay and any inconvenience caused.
A Ruby is the birthstone of July. It is considered to be the king of all gems and represents love, health and wisdom. It was believed wearing a fine red Ruby bestowed good fortune on its owner. A Ruby is the most valuable of gemstones and its value increases depending on its colour and quality. If a Ruby is […]
Those of you who have seen my designs will know that I specialise in freshwater pearls and sterling silver jewellery, but to compliment my range I also use the beautiful Venetian glass from Murano. “Murano’s reputation as a centre for glass-making was born when the Venetian Republic, fearing fire and destruction of the city’s mostly wooden […]
Pearl – the birthstone for June “Who comes with summer to this earth And owes to June her hour of birth A pearl should wear against her skin Who’s innocence many a heart shall win.” For those who were born in the month of June, pearl is the traditional birthstone. Pearls are associated with the properties […]
The Emerald “Who first beholds the light of day In spring’s sweet, flower month of May And wears an Emerald all her life Shall be a loved and a loving wife.” May birthdays fall right in the heart of spring, and the emerald is the birthstone for those born in the month of May. It […]