Yesterday was my second time exhibiting at the Hidden Gem jewellery show for Dundee and Glasgow jewellery graduates and under graduates. It is held in the conservatory of the newly refurbished Lansdowne Bar and Grill, once a month. It is a good way of jewellers...
Orkidstudio is a charity that builds functional builds in third world countries to help improved their living conditions. I was exhibiting and thus contributing to this worthy cause at their Charity Event in Kilmacolm on Friday. I created some new pieces, inspired by...
Helen Swan Designer Jewellery. I recently attended a very useful evening for meeting like minded business people. http://www.glasgowbiznet.com/blog/a-fast-moving-event/#wrap I got good advise about my new venture and how to safely equip my workshop for the new courses...
My lovely daughter Rowan pointed out the error of my ways today, when she arrived back from Peru after her eight week elective, I STILL am a loving Mum, first and foremost and being a Jewellery Designer is an extra gift that I have. x
I was recently approached by the Daily Record to talk about my recent transition from loving mum to designer, maker and owner of Helen Swan Designer Jewellery. The article appeared last Friday, in the Record Woman section of the Daily Record, beside...
My New Adventure. Studio/workshop is open when others close. Do you ever wish you could have workshop access in the evenings, weekends or just on your day off? I know that feeling and because of this I have just created four workbenches and a brand new, well equipped...
My New Adventure. I have four workbenches and a brand new, well equipped Jewellers Studio in Glasgow’s Westend. This can be leased on a regular or one off bases by Jewellers looking for bench space. There is easy access by train, bus and car and parking is no...
Anodised Aluminium Designer BangleNEW ARRIVALS AT ST ANDREWS Designer Bangle in Anodised Aluminium with silver detail. The internal section is flexible to allow for expansion. This bangle can be seen in a variety of colours in the ARTERY GALLERY, in Market Street, St...
Helen Swan Designer Jewellery Studio UpgradeSweltering heat and I am oiling workbenches! Units are now installed and the solid beech worktops fitted. My joiner was scandalised at the thought of cutting semi circles out of them but it had to be down and they are...
8th July 2013 Studio upgrade. Helen Swan Designer JewelleryI am upgrading my studio to complete the final transition from my long lived teaching post to fully self employed. The Next Stage: The water is finally in and connected. I can’t believe, after the mess...
Argh! I’ve commissions to do and this is how my studio looks. Day 2. Studio Revamp. I’ve kept a little corner of sanity where my old workbench is, I’ll have to hide away there and let the men get on with it around me. Old settee is out, of...
Do you remember this design, shown below, from my blog on 20th April 2013 which showcased a silver sample idea for an Engagement Ring which was to be made in White and Yellow Gold. I thought you may now like to see the finished set, as seen in the main image...
Day 1. Studio Revamp Helen Swan Designer Jewellery studio revamp. Day one the water installation. Should have done this years agoHelen Swan Designer Jewellery studio revamp. Water installationInstallation of the water started today. I should have done this years ago...
Helen Swan Designer Jewellery StudioHelen Swan Designer Jewellery StudioSince I have now committed my time to my Jewellery Business I think a revamp is in order. This is my old studio, I want to create a new space which I can share with four keen Jewellers. This can...
I’ve done it! Made that big leap into self employment. After a long time as a lecturer in Jewellery and Silversmithing I have decided to leave and concentrate in what I love, making jewellery FULL TIME!. I’ll miss the company and working with such...
Another important day looming on the calendar – Fathers Day! The annual present debate everyone has, what will I get my dad? Socks, chocs, wine! Why don’t you get him something that he can keep, something special. Bespoke cufflinks which can...
This video will explain how my latest jewellery concept, Dual Jewel can be transformed to give you bespoke designer jewellery with more choices and great value for money
Are thinking of getting married soon, then you may find this article very useful. It talks of current trends in wedding and engagement rings and takes the mistery out of all those strange jewellery terms: ring shank, bevelled edge ring, court wedding rings, to...
Trial run for a surprise engagement. Fortunately the lady said yes so on to the real one now! The Engagement Ring will be in white gold with a yellow gold setting holding a Ruby. The Wedding Ring will fit into the Engagement Ring. As white gold is grey in colour it...
Another Happy Customer! Not my usual style but I really enjoyed making them… Dragonfly Cufflinks for Men and Women. Who knows, a whole new range of jewellery may spring from this
New Finger Ring just arrived on my website. This is a stone set cast silver ring which can be made with alternative stone options. The variety of stones will create a similar look but will differ depending on stone shape. Take a look at my website if you would like...
