by | Jul 18, 2014 | Uncategorized
Just moments ago Boyd the bird – a swift – took flight and left us. We both feel he’s left something of a hole in our lives. Boyd has left a Hole 2 weeks ago today, Chris rescued Boyd from the road outside our house. Since then we’ve dedicated much...
by | May 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
For our 10th anniversary ~ 10 years since we moved to live in France ~ it’s time to celebrate! Our anniversary gift As our anniversary gift to ourselves, to each other, we took a few days away to relax in Lagrasse. One of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. So...
by | Feb 21, 2011 | Uncategorized
The Sea I love the sea. I feel so free when I’m near it. This weekend brought a trip to the beach at La Franqui, Leucate. After the cold months, a spring like day in February invited me out into the fresh air and sunshine. To emerge from winter. An immense...
by | Feb 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
Open Doors Yesterday, I saw these photographs of French doors; a small window onto my friend Jennifer’s amazing collection. I’m often inspired by the patterns, mechanics and intricacies of such things for my jewellery creations. However, seeing these...
by | Feb 5, 2011 | Uncategorized
I can’t wait! I want to take my puppy to the beach. I can’t wait for his first walk; to see him enjoying everything new. I look forward to taking him on little trips out, for him to be included as my companion. Oh, how my mind races ahead to things that...
by | Jan 29, 2011 | Uncategorized
The idea that jewellery speaks to you is what it’s all about. Something happens between you and the creation; an inexplicable attraction. Jewellery that Speaks A lady recently commented on my creations saying “Gah your items are gorgeous. They speak to me!” and...
by | Jan 26, 2011 | Uncategorized
Carat Since antiquity, the Carat (ct) has been a unit of measurement for precious stones. The term is derived from the kernel of the carob bean (from Greek keration). As such, the Carat – and therefore the price – of the stone being sold depended on the...
by | Jan 23, 2011 | Uncategorized
Change Happens Jasper, my puppy, is already a companion in the workshop. Yesterday he heard me using the jeweller’s saw and didn’t much like the sound. The steel saw blade rasping against silver; a harsh, grating sound. A new experience. I spoke to him,...
by | Jan 19, 2011 | Gemstones
The Truth about Petrified Wood The truth about Petrified Wood is that, well, it’s not wood. Not wood at all. I know, it’s a little disappointing isn’t it? But not to worry, I think the real story of how Petrified Wood occurs is pretty neat. The Life...
by | Jan 15, 2011 | Gemstones
Start Some of today was spent spreading out gemstones, sketching jewellery designs and deciding on what I’ll be creating over the coming months. It’s been fabulous. It’s a sort of beginning, so made me think about starting new things. About energy....