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Nicky and Paul

2012-01-18T11:01:00.000-08:00

In December Nicky and Paul got married. I was busy with stock and markets and forgot to post their rings. So here they are. Congratulations guys.

Adorn London

2012-01-12T08:00:00.000-08:00

Some of you know, but some don’t, that I lecture Jewellerydrawing to 1^st years. part time at the Durban Institute ofTechnology. I really enjoy drawing and think that it is a great tool todocument your ideas as well as a communication tool. Anyone can draw, if youput in the effort and practice you can only improve. The more you draw thebetter you become and the more you gain confidence and develop your own style.I love the fact that each person has there style like handwriting. It is alwaysdifficult at the beginning of the year trying to gain confidence in students (some have never done Art at school), but by the end I am beaming with pride.Here are some of my student works. This was their first introduction intocolour and watercolour.

So I guess you are wondering what this has to do with Adorn London. Well I follow the blog and love to see what is going on and what’s new.Well the other day they featured a book 'Drawing Jewels for Fashion' that looked really interesting. I amalways on the look out for new or interesting books about jewellery drawing.They were also giving away a copy all you had to do was comment. So I did.Yesterday I received an email from the Editor saying that I had won. I don’t think that I have won anything. Itwas my first day back at work this year, I couldn’t think of a better way tostart it. I thank you Adorn London, and I can’t wait to share it with thestudents and my colleague’s. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

I heart Market

2011-12-01T03:25:00.001-08:00

Yes we are having 3 markets in December, as usual. Looking forward to it. Great poster Dom!!!

12 Days of Giveaways

2011-12-01T03:16:00.001-08:00

The talented Miss Kim Longhurst from The Painted Blackbird is doing a giveaway. Should be fantastic. Go to her blog, become a follower and you could be a winner.

Marie Claire Jewels

2011-11-22T10:07:00.000-08:00

So happy to be in Marie Claire Jewels.

Megan from Starbright Jewellery and I share a studio and there we are next to each other on the page.

To Market to Market to by Handmade

2011-11-22T09:58:00.000-08:00

Wow this Christmas season is going to be great. So many markets featuring makers and crafters. There are so many makers, crafters, designers out there lets support them. As a designer and maker myself this can be an unpredictable area to work so your support is appreciated. I pledge to buy HANDMADE. Thanks to I Heart Market for the button.

Some the symbols on the cotton candy necklaces

Market Mainia

2011-11-19T22:38:00.001-08:00

Well as I have said there are lots of markets to go to to support us local designers, crafters and makers. Here is a list of where I'll be this season.

26 November, Saturday - Dube Trade Port Market, King Shaka Airport

27 November, Sunday - Wonder Market, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga

3, 10, 17 December, Saturday - I Heart Market, Mosis Mabida Stadium,

18 December, Sunday - Wonder Market, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga

And of course if you can't get to any of the markets I will be hard at work in my studio in the courtyard of EarthMother Organic so you can come see me there.

Happy Handmade Holidays!!!

Some new silver pendants with Icon Africa illustrations on.

(Illustrations by Jessica Nicholson)

Exhititions

2011-11-13T04:39:00.000-08:00

With Christmas around the corner there is a lot of things going on. I have dropped off stock for both Artisan and KZNSA galleries.

Market

2011-11-02T07:29:00.000-07:00

Haunted House

2011-10-30T02:12:00.000-07:00

I loved these mini houses, they have a slightly airy feeling. I found them on Etsy. Can't remember where. Sorry. Happy Halloween.

Fundraiser

2011-10-27T08:13:00.000-07:00

I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Zulu Beadwork Project in creating two necklaces for Thanda Zulu. These pieces among others will be auctioned in London to raise money for the organisation. They are based in KwaZulu Natal doing amazing work to improve the lives of children with their after-school program. The auction is on the 7 November 2011, Art First Gallery, 21 Eastcastle St, London, W1W 8DD.

Cotton Candy

2011-10-11T08:17:00.000-07:00

I have been working with this cotton cord for a while. I just loved the colours, they come in so many delicious candy colours. I have made these little stamped silver pendants that hang on them. They are finished off with a handmade silver button. Here are a few variations, lots more available and more colours.
They make great gifts, remember Christmas is coming soon??!!!

I also found some silver tube beads in my box of tricks so, I tried them on the cotton too. So simple, love it. I feel that it definitely has an African flavor.

African Gypsy

2011-10-10T07:23:00.000-07:00

I have been working on some new ideas, this is the beginning of the African Gypsy range. So many ideas, so little time. (I will get there.)

Room with a view

2011-10-03T09:48:00.000-07:00

I have recently moved studio again!! I have been a bit of a gypsey this year. Anyway I am very happy in my new spot, which is in the courtyard at the back of Earthmother Organic, in Bulwer Rd, Durban. This is the view from my studio. Well, wouldn't you be happy if this was your view in the middle of a city.

Market at Moses Mabida Stadium

2011-09-30T09:10:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow I Heart Market will be at Mose Mabida Statium. Rather excited about our new location.

Weekend Away

2011-09-28T07:31:00.000-07:00

These pics are from my weekend away. The kids had great fun weeding the clover into a heart.

Reminder

2011-09-16T10:15:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder about the Chelsea Preparatory Arts Fair in Durban North (30 Chelsea Drive) this Saturday. I will be there as well as other I Heart Marketers.

Rings

2011-09-12T07:38:00.000-07:00

I had these photos taken recently by the talented Andrew Griffin. These are some new ideas that I have been playing with. I really love the square "setting" ring, so simple. I also have so many variations in my head, now i have to find the time to try do make them. Thanks Andrew

September = 2 x Markets

2011-09-01T06:48:00.000-07:00

This September has a bumper 2 markets. That is just fantastic. I will be at the DLI Hall and Chelsea Markets. There is also a mini market at Jomba, 2 September outside the City Hall, unfortunately I can't make that one. Hope see you there. There are also new stalls which is really exciting.

Cloud Board

2011-08-28T08:15:00.000-07:00

Found this on Etsy by Snug Studio. Love clouds and their stuff.

Market

2011-08-05T00:25:00.000-07:00

Yes it is market time again. I am really excited about their new men's and kiddies sections. I also have been working on my men's range, completely unaware of the new sections at the market (oh i am so in tune to the universe!!!!). I have a few extra men's rings and some metal guitar plectrums (they could be completely unisex though). Looking forward to see you there.

Flowers

2011-07-28T08:45:00.000-07:00

Beautiful flowers for inspiration. I love these flowers, they are indigenous to South Africa. The pincushion (top) were at the flower sellers (he very kindly let me take a photo). The other is an aloe that I drive past on my way home from my mums. They are really the most gorgeous coral colour, my pic doesn't really capture that at all. It is still lovely!

Mint 's Birthday gift to you

2011-07-20T12:17:00.000-07:00

Mint the great retro online shop is having a birthday and is giving away a R500 vocher. Check it out well worth the effort.

Beach Market

2011-07-08T04:22:00.000-07:00

Yes it is market time again. The I Heart Market has been at the beach festival this week. I will be there on Saturday. Come down, there are great stalls, a fun fair for the kids, food, local music and a beer garden by Unit 11. It was a great atmosphere last Satuday. Here is a pic form then. That is Star Bright Girl with the pink and white table cloth and I am next to her.

Market at the beach

2011-06-30T08:09:00.000-07:00

This month we've gone to the beach. Really excited about our beach trip. Come down, not only will there be lots of things to do, there will be the sea!!!

Coelho Culture Giveaway

2011-06-27T08:06:00.000-07:00

You could be the lucky winner of these great stamps. Go to Coelho Culture to find out how.

Shades of Green

2011-06-21T07:52:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to look at the current exhibitiona at Artisan. I have a couple of things on it but there are other very talented artists and jewellers that are exhibiting. Well worth a visit.

http://www.artisan.co.za/

Etsy

2011-06-20T06:47:00.000-07:00

I have had an Etsy shop for ages but with nothing in it. Well I have finally got stuff for sale in my shop. It is just a few things for now, I will be adding more soon. Please take a look. Savage Jewellery on Etsy

Rainbows and rainy days

2011-06-12T10:24:00.000-07:00

This is an awsome view of the harber from my mum's house.

Today the clouds were coming and we had a rainbow. I love rainy days!

Tinsel

2011-06-04T07:42:00.000-07:00

I went to Johannesburg this last weekend to see my dad. I always pop into Tinsel to say hi and drop off stock. So if you in Jo'burg they have new stock and have recently revamped their shop and it is looking great. Here are a few pics.

This is the cabinet that houses my jewels

Market Time

2011-06-03T08:17:00.000-07:00

Hi there, yes it is market time again, and I will be there of course.

Yes I know that I only seem to blog about the market. I have been really busy and will hopefully find a little time for blogging again. Hope to see you there.

Hot Diggidy Dog it is market time agin

2011-03-04T05:53:00.000-08:00

Market Time

2011-02-04T02:20:00.000-08:00

It is market time again. It will be great to see everyone again. Hope to see you there.

Welcome 2011

2011-01-19T04:29:00.000-08:00

Hi there. Sorry I have been slack and taking a bit of a break. Well I started 2011 with a great commission. It was for a Ruby wedding anniversary. This is the pendant that I made. It has charms and little ruby beads.

Market Day

2010-12-09T20:26:00.000-08:00

Carla from Token Ceramics posted some pics of the market. Thanks for the pic of my stall. It was a great day. We had a big marquet which was really festive. Thanks everyone for the support.

Here is Carla's stall. She makes lovely ceramic brooches, pendants, xmas decorations and more

http://tokenceramics.blogspot.com/

Buzz Art

2010-12-09T06:40:00.000-08:00

Thanks Jo from Coelho Culture for posting the pic of my Icon Africa stand at the KZNSA Buzz Art xmas exhibition. I have been meaning to take a pic and just haven't had the time.

Popping up at Unit 11

2010-12-07T04:59:00.000-08:00

Should be fun. I will have my stuff there. DJ's on the opening night and on Saturday afternoon there is a kids friendly DJ (see pic below). It is great with all the kids having a ball. Unit 11 is behind the Lizard Building on Stamford Hill Rd, DBN.

To Market To Market

2010-12-03T06:27:00.000-08:00

Yes it is that time again, Market time, and yes it is December so there are 3 markets 4,11 & 18. See you there.

Stoned Heart

2010-11-23T10:33:00.000-08:00

Well not exactly a stoned heart, but rather a heart with stones. These beads are adventurine (green) and amethyst (purple). It makes a great pendant. Keep it simple or you can have loads of charms on your ring pendant.

Charming

2010-11-21T08:51:00.000-08:00

Here are some of the charms that i make. They are great on a necklace (as shown) or add to an existing collection. They make a great xmas pressie. (still trying to master the art of jewellery photography)

The heart says "joy" I do them with lots of different words like, love, lief, uthando, eternal, believe. Or you can have one custom made.

Buzz Art

2010-11-13T06:35:00.000-08:00

Yes it is that time of year again. I have been in there today to help set up my stuff. I have Icon Africa and Savage Jewellery on exhibit. Well worth a visit for your xmas shopping.

Market

2010-11-04T11:03:00.000-07:00

Here is the new poster for I Heart Market. There are lots of new stalls, so definitely worth a visit and of course I will be there. Great poster again.

Flowers

2010-10-29T06:34:00.000-07:00

These pics are of my flower rings. They are simple round bands with either 1 large or 3 smaller flowers that jingle and jangle off the ring, bringing music to your ears. I need to make more - note to self!!!! They also come in earrings. Then you really do have music in your ears.

Necklace to remember

2010-10-28T11:10:00.000-07:00

This is a necklace that i made for Colwyn. She wanted something to reminder her of sons. I have seen generic boy figures but I needed to make it different, to have more personality. The result was these very cute "boy" characters. I think they are very sweet.

Wrap Wire Rings

2010-10-23T22:29:00.000-07:00

These rings I have been making for years and still am. They are a classic. Each one is hand made so the wrapping of the wire is unique to each ring. I have an array of pieces that belong to this range, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and bangles, but this was the beginning.

Back in Africa

2010-10-15T01:32:00.000-07:00

Well I am back in SA and have been for a while. Not only have I had a great holiday in the UK but I have also moved my workshop, been to Joburg and now have to set up my workshop. So everything is in chaos, including my headspace hence no blogging. The exciting thing about Joburg is that there is a selected range of the Icon Africa in PIECE at The Firs, Rosebank. Any way here is a little reminder of being back.

London Town

2010-09-08T22:33:00.000-07:00

Thanks everyone for supporting the Red Eye and DLI markets this weekend. It was great to see so many people. I know I have been very slack with postings but I have been moving my workshop and started lecturing at Tech again and trying to get everything together for my trip to UK. I am off to my cousins wedding in Cheshire, UK. I spend a few days in London first, can't wait. Will be posting when I get back. Bye

These earrings are "Flowers on a Stick" they are one of my best sellers.

Market time again - night and day

2010-09-01T10:52:00.000-07:00

I will be at both markets - Red Eye in the Evening on the 3 September and at the DLI hall on the 4th.
I also have new goodies that will be on sale. (Great flyers, thanks Dom)

Mint

2010-08-24T11:23:00.000-07:00

Once upon a time there was this shop that had lovely retro finds. In fact when my son was born he and I spent many a day in it passing the time and getting to know one another. This was because it was owned by a good friend and we (well I) thought it was far more exciting than sitting at home. This shop was Mint. Sadly Rhys got bigger and I went back to work and Kirsty closed it due to the lure of the corporate world. (Well actually the only sadly bit of that last sentence was Mint closing.) Gladly she regained her senses and has revived Mint. Not only did Rhys and I have a wonderful time there I also bought some gems from there. Here is a peek and don't forget to have a look at Mint here.

Icon Africa Postcards

2010-08-14T06:37:00.000-07:00

I have been working with a talented friend of mine, Jessica Nicholson. She has been doing all my illustrations for my Icon Africa range. We started off with South African flowers, then the birds came and from that it lead to the postcards. We think they are great. The flower and bird illustrations are for a range of wooden brooches and fridge magnets. Here are the postcards.

I heart back at DLI

2010-08-06T08:22:00.000-07:00

It is that time again, market time that is!! We are back at the DLI hall. See you there tomorrow. I have new designs for sale

They have also had a great write up in the The Durban Magazine

Hearts, embroidery, clouds and dolls

2010-07-31T12:54:00.000-07:00

I have had a great inspirational month. I finally got my stuff back from the laser cutters and I am very pleased. Take a look. They will be on sale for the first time tomorrow at Stonehaven Castle.

Stonehaven Castle, Shongweni

2010-07-30T12:52:00.000-07:00

I will be there selling my wares, amongst others. I'm sure it will be a great day out. They are also doing a 3-course lunch which sounds delicious. So if you fancy a day out, come to the Stonehaven Castle.

House & Garden Show

2010-07-27T11:04:00.000-07:00

It is that time of year and it is the House & Garden Show in Durban. I will have stuff on the Mooi stall in the Homegrown Hall. Here is a pic of my brooches in their new packaging.

Kilt Pin

2010-07-26T07:26:00.000-07:00

The brief was to make a kilt pin for a 60th birthday pressie. He is a ex-South African, he likes guitars, rugby and SA. Oh and it has to be a little different to you traditional kilt pin. After lots of communication this is what it looked like.

The sketch

The finished product

40 = Ruby

2010-07-25T03:42:00.000-07:00

My friend Jess (the one that does my illustration for Icon Africa) wanted to get her parents a 40th wedding anniversary pressie. Forty years is a Ruby. The result was a beautifully simple salt spoon with a ruby set at the end. The back has her parents names and the date stamped on the back. (Sorry still trying to master my camera, so you don't get the true colour of the stone which is actually a pinky red).

Gold charm

2010-07-24T04:03:00.000-07:00

Made this for a customer recently. Square ring with engraving and charms. Very sweet

A little sparkle with black

2010-07-23T09:07:00.000-07:00

I made these plain bands last month. They are really simple but look really good on the finger. You can mix and match the square and round bands. There are two with a little bit of black sparkle in the form of 4pt black diamonds. Very sweet.

Wooden shapes on Glossary

2010-07-08T07:50:00.000-07:00

The wooden shapes got a mention on Glossary. Take a look at Laurens blog - great to look at.

Rings with bling

2010-06-30T10:23:00.000-07:00

I have had these stones in my stash for ages, so I finally decided to use them and made these rings. I have this problem of buying stones and then not wanting to let them go, but the day comes when I have to. They will be on sale at the I Heart Market on Saturday 3 July. The one the left is a faceted quartz and the other a garnet

Birds for Africa

2010-06-29T11:48:00.000-07:00

Here are some new designs that I have got. Birds from South Africa and Africas. Looking forward to showing them at the I Heart Market on Saturday. Thanks Jess for the Illustrations

Flowers for Icon Africa

2010-06-28T07:37:00.000-07:00

I have been working on a range called Icon Africa. It is about South African flora and fauna. The first in the range was the flower range. The illustrations were done by a good friend Jessica Nicholson. They started off being fridge magnets, as all the "South African" fridge magnets I had seen were rather awful and a bit gaudy, so this was to produce something that had more style. I then realised that they would make great brooches as well. I love how the wood has turned out.

Some more shapes

2010-06-27T05:49:00.000-07:00

Here are some more "shapes" brooches in different colours and words. I have done them in perspex and wood. What I like about the different materials is that they have a different feel. The perspex being fun and a bit cheeky whereas the wooden ones have a sophisticated feel about them.

Market time

2010-06-02T08:17:00.000-07:00

It is that time of month again - market time. I heart market is at the Hellenic Centre in Durban North this Saturday. I will be there selling my stuff. Come down there is always great things to buy and food to eat.

Preview of what to find a "Local is Lekker"

2010-05-28T00:23:00.000-07:00

Some of my work that you can find at Artisan - "local is lekker" exhibit.

Oval link necklace

Oval link bracelet

Forged element with Botswanan agate necklace

Local is Lekker

2010-05-27T10:41:00.000-07:00

Well it is time to celebrate all things local and lekker. Artisan Gallery is doing just this. I am sure that there will be all sorts of lovely things. Really worth having a look.

Shapes

2010-05-22T09:24:00.000-07:00

Badges that I make. These are shapes with words on them. They are great pieces to brighten up your day. And guess what these are being given away on Glossary. Lauren posted earlier this month saying that she had bought one and loved it so much, that I decided to do a giveaway with her. Check it out

Beautiful Beads

2010-05-22T05:50:00.000-07:00

I bought these beads at the beginning of the year. I love how the colours work together, not that I will use them together. You never know. Keep in watching to see what I do with them.

Premium at Tinsel

2010-05-05T08:38:00.000-07:00

My first post is about the new Premium Label at Tinsel. For those of you who don't know it is in Jo'burg at the Bamboo centre. Come and see my new jewels and others.