A Swede in Cornwall, England
I originally come from Sweden where I grew up in a small town in the south. Whilst at university I was given the opportunity to go and study in Edinburgh for 6 months. When I got back to Sweden and graduated I found it was a real challenge to find work in my field, so I turned to the UK for work instead. In 1997 I got a job and moved to the UK. I worked various jobs in IT until me and my then partner (now husband) decided we'd had enough of the rat race and moved lock, stock and barrell to beautiful Boscastle on the north Cornish coast, where we now live with our 2 year old son.
Since moving to Cornwall I have made the jewellery making a part of my living and now sell online, at fairs and in shops and galleries. We are lucky to both be able to work from home so we can juggle life as parents whilst still being able to do what we love in running our businesses. Long may it last!
As a designer and silversmith I design and create a collection of silver and gemstone jewellery from my home workshop. I would describe my work as a modern collection with an organic feel. My amazing surroundings are inspiring and influence my work by its colours and textures. My Swedish roots also contribute to my style as I am often inspired by Scandinavian design, for its simplicity, practicality and elegance.
I use quality materials such as sterling and fine silver, and sometimes accents of gold, copper and white bronze. I strive to find particularly interesting or beautiful gemstones, beach pebbles and other natural materials, which I combine with my own handmade silver components.
Most of my jewellery is given a slight vintage or industrial look by adding a gunmetal grey patina, wire brushing and polishing the silver by hand. The patina gives the silver a mellow look and brings out textures - a perfect base for the beautiful stones. Some pieces are given a matte brushed finish for a simple understated look, which lets beautiful gemstones take centre stage.
Each piece is meticulously hand finished for a truly unique style. As all my jewellery is handmade from natural materials, every piece is in essential unique.
I welcome commissions and would love to discuss a special piece made just for you, so just send me a message to talk about your project.
Thank you so much for for your interest and for looking at my Etsy shop!
