Reviving Old Jewellery

Many of us have probably items of jewellery lying around in a box or corner, which we have not been wearing for ages - and I am no exception. Especially when these pieces are made from precious metals parting with them is not easy. Even selling the jewellery will never bring a price close to the real value.

I had a pair of large sterling silver hoop earrings, which I had not been wearing for at least 15 years, in a box. So the best option seemed to be to give them a bit of a twist and a new lease of life.

After thoroughly cleaning the earrings with a silver polishing cloth and in an ultrasonic cleaner I added lightweight 4mm jump rings in sterling silver and 9ct yellow gold. After a final bath in the ultrasonic cleaner they are now nice and shiny and as good as new. And the weight is with just 2.2g per earring still very good for comfortable wear.

And the best thing:

It is easy to change the design, if I ever want to give them a new look again.

Ring for the index finger

For years I had looked for a ring suitable for an index finger, but somehow I found that they were all hindering me when handling items or carrying out daily tasks. Now I created one at college - and it is so comfortable to wear and feels really really good.

It is a bold statement ring that is open with rounded corners. It is made from gold and silver sheet.


As this is my own design, please do not sell or publish reproductions and do not enter them into competitions.

My Pride and Joy

Time has been flying by and my current art college course is slowly but surely nearing its end. And one big project is finished.


I created this project from scratch using metal sheet and wire. All the sawing, filing, use of emery paper and soldering was time consuming, but it was such a good feeling to finally hold the finished piece in my hands.

Our tutor also deserves a big thank-you for all the things she has taught us and for the guidance she provided whilst we were working on our own projects. She has such a wealth of knowledge and experience and is just a star.

And yes, I am hooked and more jewellery making/silversmithing courses will definitely be on the way.

Please note:
As this is my own design, no reproduction should be sold, published or entered into a competition without my prior written permission.