Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a joyful and prosperous 2014, Alison xxx

Last two days to order for Christmas

You only have until midnight tomorrow, Thursday 19th December, to place your jewellery orders for guaranteed Christmas delivery. All parcels are sent with Royal Mail Special Delivery which is an insured next day service so there will be no gaps under the tree. With lots of new designs on-line this week its worth having a last minute look. 

Winter Warmers: My Shopping Guide

As someone who wears a woolly scarf (and quite often two cardies) from September to April it's fair to say I have a bit of a knitwear obsession. That's why I've decided to share my favourites from this seasons winter warmers >>>>

     

     

     

     

     

Vintage Pipe Case

I found this funny little object in a flea market in Santiago Chile. It's lovely how the exterior shape directly mimics the intended contents. 

Manchester Dazzle

I have been busy over the last few months making lots of brand sparkly new jewellery to show at this years Manchester Dazzle.

This years show will be hosted at the prestigious Manchester Art Gallery from 25th November to 11th January. This promises to be one of their best shows to date with over 50 of Britain's best contemporary jewellers exhibiting. 

New Jewels Available to Buy Online

I have 13 sparkly new products available to buy in my online shop. I am thrilled to present these new pieces which focus on the scalloped pattern found in some of my wedding rings and my signature berry clusters. I've been having fun in the workshop experimenting with rich red garnets and bright green aventurine and chrysoprase. These pieces and more will be on show at the upcoming WASPS Open Studios.

WASPS Open Studios

I am so excited to be opening the doors to my studio for this years WASPS Open Studios at the Briggait. Visitors are invited to have a nosey round between 12 noon and 5pm on the weekend of the 12th and 13th of October. You will be the first to see my brand new collectionand there also might be some bargains to be had. Lots of other Briggait artists will be opening their studios too so you'll get a unique insight into where and how they work. 

Tea cup and saucer circa 1830

Found in a junk shop on the Isle of Skye this tea cup and saucer is one of my best loved treasures. I use it on a Saturday morning when I have a wee bit more time to brew a nice pot of earl grey (the rest of the week it's a mug). The wide shallow cup cools the tea quickly which is perfect for my non milky tea. The design is hand painted and it has no chips which is remarkable since it was made in about 1830. I like to imagine all of the ladies who have sipped their Saturday morning cuppa from it over its 180 year life.

Wedding and Engagement Rings in Vintage Boxes

All of my wedding and engagement rings now come to you in a pretty vintage ring box. A lot of my design inspiration comes from antique jewellery so this seemed like the perfect combination of old and new. Plus it gives me an excuse to indulge in my collecting obsession! Each one is unique and has its own charm. Whether its in the beautiful printed typeface on the inside or the worn exterior every box has a mysterious story to tell. Click HERE for more info.

My Guide to Choosing The Right Wedding Ring

Buying something as significant as your wedding ring online can be a daunting prospect that's why I have created my Guide To Buying Your Wedding Ring Online. I have accumulated all the advice I normally give to couples visiting my studio so all bases are covered. From getting your size right to choosing the right metal to match your engagement ring the guide should answer all of your questions.

The Betrothed of Glasgow Take Note >>>>>

My very favorite wedding fair is back! Come and see me and my latest jewels at the Save The Date wedding fair at Glasgow's Lighthouse on Sunday the 1st of September. Some of Scotland's top wedding suppliers will be there so it is definitely worth a visit. Annabel from top UK blog Love My Dress will also be there to answer all your questions about how to organise an unforgettable wedding day. 

New Rings Available Online

I am delighted to announce that I have 4 new wedding ring designs on my web shop. They are all available in yellow, white and rose gold along with platinum and silver so hopefully there is something to fit snugly next to every engagement ring. 

Summer Flash Sale is Now On!

SUMMER FLASH SALE is on and runs for only 3 days. With 50% off all sale items and only one in stock of many pieces there's no time to dilly dally! 

See My Apartment Therapy House Tour

See my home on American interiors blog Apartment Therapy and get an insight into the collections that inspire my work. 

PS The house doesn't normally look this tidy!

Spring Fling Is Fast Approaching

There are only 23 days now until Spring Fling Open Studios 2013 which takes place from 25th to the 27th of May. I will be exhibiting again in Patti Lean's gorgeous painting studio.  

Jewels in Elopement Photo Shoot

I am so excited to see my Victoriana Brooch amongst some of my other jewels feature in a beautifuly styled Elopement shoot on the Love My Dress blog today.