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Why aluminium for jewellery? 7 reasons why aluminium is great for jewellery
There are many reasons why aluminium is a wonderful material for modern jewellery design. In this journal post I’ll walk you through 7 – from its creative potential, to its benefits to you, and its credentials as a sustainable material – which show why aluminium works beautifully as a material for contemporary jewellery.
Wearing the lariat necklace
One of my signature styles, the Lariat necklace, is revitalised with contemporary design cues and materials while retaining its timless ability to transform the drab into the striking. The lariat evolved from one of the oldest necklace designs: the rope necklace, a...
Making Designer Jewellery
From the first shiver of inspiration to the last polish of a beautiful handmade necklace: there is a lot that goes into the making of any piece of handmade designer jewellery. That’s why I wanted to explain in a little more detail exactly what happens in the design,...
What is Contemporary Jewellery Design?
Contemporary jewellery design is the practice of making jewellery which is strongly rooted in the present; creating pieces which reflect our current cultures, attitudes to life and ways of working. What is considered contemporary will vary from person to person; alot...
Craft Meets Contemporary
I had the pleasure of collaborating with Paulin on their new watch design, Neo; featuring hand-dying aluminium watch faces in butterscotch yellow, sky blue and white.
Jewellery Classes at Helen Swan Jewellery School
Join Helen Swan in person at her Jewellery School. Take one of her jewellery classes for fun, to create, to make friends or to learn new skills. Available Classes Morning, afternoon or full day Catch up with Friends A fun way to catch up with up to five friends, this...
Six Things to consider when commissioning a piece of jewellery
What is commissioning a piece of jewellery? A jewellery commission works best if you have an idea of what you would like made: a special ring, earrings or bracelet for example Inspiration for a made-to-order design can come from anywhere: your own individual style,...
Innovator Business Award Finalist
Helen Swan Jewellery Oh did I mention my nomination... Really pleased to be nominated then selected as one of three finalist from a hundred entrants throughout Scotland. SCOTTISH WOMEN IN BUSINESS Scottish Woman in Business, known affectionately by all as SWIB, was...
Innovator Award Finalist
INNOVATOR AWARD FINALIST Helen Swan Jewellery As a jeweller I get great pleasure in making my clients happy but it's not often that I get formal recognition for my achievements, that is not what motivates me, but every now and again it's really nice for someone to say...