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Supporting British Jewellery Designers With The Fine Jewellery Company

For years Britain has been at the forefront of fashion design worldwide. From Mary Quant to Paul Smith, Stella McCartney to Alexander McQueen our fashion designers are well known for their stunning, unique and creative jewellery. Many designers mix vintage designs with modern styles and we are particularly good at incorporating innovation with traditional techniques. 

 Our jewellery designers include well-known names such as Vivienne Westwood and Stephen Webster to lesser known names starting out in the business. When I had my own jewellery shop I used to love to support British jewellery designers, as the jewellery was always unique and different. This is why I applaud the Fine Jewellery Company.

 The Fine Jewellery company is based in Birmingham and has a range of experienced and skilled gemologists with experience in retail, design, manufacture, diamond testing and grading. They sell a range of stunning gemstones from exquisite diamond rings, stunning sapphire earrings, pretty pearl bracelets and much more. But what I love about the company is their passion and support of British jewellery designers. Here are my top picks from the independent British jewellery designers available on the Fine Jewellery Company website.

 Charlotte Lowe

Charlotte Lowe's current collection focuses on those special moments in life. Her jewellery is wearable, personal and current, and it perfect for that keepsake to remember a time, a person, a holiday or even a pet.
This lovely sterling silver and gold vermeil necklace is called 'Walk With Me'. Handmade this necklace celebrates those precious moments shared by mum and dad with their children, from walks in the park to strolls in the British countryside it is a reminder of the time we spend with our loved ones, in our down time.

Clare Hawley


Clare Hawley takes her inspiration from where she is based, the beautiful stunning Sherwood Forest.  Her first collection entitled "Leaves of Sherwood" was made by hand in silver and gold using traditional sheet fabricating techniques. 

She takes leaves from the forest floor and recreates each one in stunning rose and yellow gold vermeil. The result is a beautiful, commercial and ultimately wearable piece of art. This necklace above is made of rose gold vermeil and is the leaf of an oak tree. Her jewellery is exceptionally tactile, her inspiration being her mother who is registered blind. 

 Fei Liu 

Born in China but now based in Birmingham, Fei Liu is an internationally recognised jewellery designer. After studying at the Birmingham School of Jewellery he has since gained worldwide acclaim for his glamorous work - a fusion of his eastern heritage and western influences. 
This exquisite sterling silver and black rhodium ring called 'Cascade', is set with blue cubic zirconia. A striking design with smooth curves and sharp lines, this ring is an item of jewellery that will certainly get you noticed. Fei Liu has won several awards including Harper’s Bazaar China Jewellery Designer of the Year and was a finalist in the UK Jewellery Awards. His jewellery can also be seen on the red carpet worn by many of his celebrity fans.

I Love A Lassie


I Love A Lassie is a Scottish designer jewellery brand, offering solid silver contemporary designs inspired by life’s little treasures. Arlene Katorza the jewellery designer for I Love A Lassie, has been selling her jewellery for over 20 years in Edinburgh and since the launch of I Love A Lassie in 2013 the range has regularly featured in Elle, Vogue, and Grazia magazine.

Designs are based on precious mementoes, such as a piece of bark discovered on a woodland walk, a fragment of antique lace, or an antique Bawbee coin.

As you can see, we have amazing talent on the UK jewellery scene and if you buy from a British designer you will get craftsmanship, stunning designs and unique jewellery. You can find these items of jewellery featured on the British Designers section of the Fine Jewellery Company website, as well as other jewellery from other emerging and established British jewellers.

Tell me, do you try to buy British products if you can? What do you think of the British jewellery designers featured?

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Beautiful Birthstones With Global Gem TV

The way in which we shop has changed in the last 10 years. Shopping channels and the Internet have revolutionised shopping. We can shop from the comfort of our home, easily and securely - all we need is a debit or credit card, a phone or computer, and then we just press a few buttons, or make a few clicks. Before you know it, everything is delivered to our homes effortlessly without all the hassle of going to a major town or city.

Buying jewellery from a shopping channel is very convenient. There is no pressure, no salesperson standing next to you encouraging you to buy, you make your own decisions, the jewellery is always shown close up in detail and you can even see it tried on by other people. 

Recently a new shopping channel has emerged from the US, one that allows you to buy classic and statement jewellery pieces.  Global Gem TV.


Global Gem TV is a brand new LIVE shopping channel broadcast from Hollywood. What is special about Global Gem TV is that the team is knowledgeable, informative and experienced in buying and selling jewellery. Their precious metal and gemstone experts source the best jewellery worldwide at very competitive prices.  Even the presenters are jewellery professionals with qualifications from the Gemological Institute of America.

At Global Gem TV, you can also see the passion they have for their gemstones and the beautiful birthstones that they sell. Birthstones are gemstones associated with the month in which you are born. My personal favourite birthstones are tanzanite, amethyst and diamond and I have picked some stunning pieces to show you below from Global Gem TV.

 Tanzanite


1.91cttw Tanzanite 0.91cttw Diamonds 14KT White Gold Bangle. 

Tanzanite, the birthstone of December, is known for its vivid blue colour. The delicate simplicity of this tanzanite bracelet set in 14KT white gold is just beautiful. Three tanzanite stones surrounded by diamonds adorn this gorgeous modern bangle. Fabulous darling!
Amethyst

9.60ct Amethyst 1.10cttw Diamonds 14KT Yellow Ring

Amethyst, the birthstone of February is an elegant purple stone. A symbol of protection this gorgeous amethyst ring has a beautiful yellow gold setting studded with diamonds. Reminiscent of early 20th-century jewellery I can imagine this ring being worn at all the high society parties of the time.


Diamond


1.94cttw Diamonds 14KT White Gold Bangle 


Diamond the birthstone of April, is considered the most precious gemstone in the world. The gorgeous white and rose gold bangle has a swirl design and is diamond set to make a sexy sparkling stunner of a bangle. I can imagine this vintage-looking piece being worn on the red carpet by a Hollywood A-lister. 

If you want to find out more about your birthstone, check out the infographic below on the meanings and mythology behind the gorgeous gems we call birthstones.



Global Gem TV is broadcast every Monday and Wednesday 6-11pm PST (Pacific Standard Time) and you can also order online too. Shipping is worldwide and if you are not totally delighted there is a 14-day money-back guarantee, just return your item in the same new condition that you received it.

So tell me, what do you think of the jewellery from Global Gem TV? Which gemstone is your birthstone?

 * A sponsored post, all words and opinions are my own
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Vintage Styler Jewellery Review

Vintage Styler is a brand that has a passion for all things beautiful... I mean seriously beautiful. 

They love to source items that make you feel special and are very stylish, perfect for those girlie girls amongst you. Vintage Styler really focuses on design, and glamour for a perfect night out, with statement necklaces and jewelled earrings key pieces on their website.  Fabulous clutch bags are another feature including wedding bags, and they have a great selection of wedding accessories too.

So, as they know my love of sparkly things, I was sent this Vintage Styler bracelet to review.



Hattie Limited Edition Vintage Bead Bracelet

My first opinion of the bracelet when I took it out of the box, was that is was a very pretty bracelet. They have sourced the centre bead in these bracelets from a specialist supplier and ensure that these pieces are from the 1970s.  I could see myself wearing it out for a meal with my husband or sitting in a cocktail bar sipping my favourite cocktail - a mojito. I also think it fits well with 50's style, It has a real old school vintage feel and elegance about it, I was taken back to the era of Hollywood glamour and proper movie stars like Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly.

Screenshot from Charade showing Cary Grant and...
Screenshot from Charade showing Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
The centre bead of the bracelet has a parma violet hue and is multi-faceted with an iridescence that's unique. Every bead they pick will have a slightly different colour and I think that's a lovely touch. Either side of the parma violet bead is a silver sparkling bead that is beautiful when it catches the light.



Smaller silver coloured beads are alternated with black faceted beads to make up the bracelet, and the t-bar clasp has a Vintage Styler tag. These bracelets are made in a limited number so you know you will be getting something that is unique and different.


If you have fallen in love with this bracelet like I have, why don't you check out the Vintage Styler website for other glamorous items?

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