Anyone else fed up with the rain? At this rate we will all have webbed feet!!! Although, when I left the house at 7am this morning to come to work it was a lovely morning & it was light! A hint of what is to come. However, we have a weather warning for rain this afternoon, so I mustn’t get too excited.

I can no longer ignore the unprecedented rise in the cost of silver. I like to keep this blog fairly lighthearted, so I have decided to create a completely separate page (Global Silver Prices) for this subject as it has implications for many things, not just jewellery. Please take a look as it explains what is happening & the reasons behind the incredibly high prices we are currently experiencing.

What I will say is on here is that my current stock will not increase in price. However, as I make new jewellery using the recently purchased silver components, I will have no choice but to increase the price on the new items. This may mean you see two very similar pieces that are very different in price, but I feel that is fairer than raising the prices on everything & blaming the cost of silver.

On a brighter note, I have received confirmation of my place at the Shaw House Artisan Fair in April. It is a lovely event in a Grade I listed building, so if you’re interested, take a look at my Events page for more details.

I have taken a number of bookings for the beginner glass workshops so, if you’re thinking of coming along, don’t hesitate. I have also introduced a lantern decorating workshop, which is great fun as you end up with a very nice lantern to use. Take a look at the Workshop Dates page & if you’re interested, drop me a message via the Contact form or email me & I will get back to you.

How about making something for mum for Mother’s Day? I will be running a few classes in the run-up to Mother’s Day, so why not make something she’ll treasure?

All my jewellery is now displayed in a cabinet in my studio, so if you’re local & see something you like in the online shop but would like to see it in person, feel free to pop in & have a look. There is also a collection option when you purchase anything online, which will save on postage.

Ashes in Glass memorial lightcatchers were something I made recently & they have gone well, so if anyone is interested in having a lightcatcher made to remember a beloved pet, please use the Contact form to get in touch.To make a memorial piece, I need less than a teaspoon of ashes & any unused ashes will be returned.

I do prefer customers to email or use the Contact form to contact me as it’s the most reliable way. I can’t always answer the phone when I’m making glass or jewellery & Facebook likes to tell me I have messages but then refuses to show them to me for some reason. The Contact form automatically sends me an email.

If you want something specific & can't find what you are looking for, please ask. I have previously made earrings to match someone's necklace or an outfit etc. I really don't mind enquiries.

And that is all from me for now. All that is left for me to do is to thank you for your continued support.