Angela Smith Jewellery: The best things always come in small packages

Thursday 25 November 2010

The best things always come in small packages

I remember as a child being so upset when I compared the size of my tiny present under the Christmas tree to my sisters. It wasn't until I opened it, that I realised how precious that tiny present had been, inside was a delicate gold signet ring; perfect in so many ways.

I spent this morning at a seminar on Blogging, The speaker was a very informative Susan Hallam , obviously having just returned from such a seminar I was itching to get back onto my blog, so imagine my delight when I opened my door to discover that the postman had delivered a small envelope.
Immediately I knew what they were, I have been waiting for these to come with baited breath!

When I first started blogging I came across Laura's blog and chose to follow it immediately,

I always promised myself that one day I would buy some of Laura's beads and at last I have and here they are!

Aren't they delightful!
I know exactly what I am going to make with them but that I will save for another post.
Thank you Laura, I love them! They are exactly how I imagined them to be

4 comments:

Laura Sparling25 November 2010 at 14:10
What a lovely post, Angela!

I'm so pleased that you like the beads and I look forward to seeing what you make with them.

Many thanks

Laura x
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Maggi28 November 2010 at 06:24
They are gorgeous Angela.
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Janice Ashworth3 January 2011 at 09:23
Wow they are beautiful x
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Angela Smith3 January 2011 at 09:42
I was so pleased with them that I ordered some more, which arrived just before Christmas, more jewellery to follow shortly!
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Welcome to Angela Smith jewellery

Staffordshire handmade bespoke jewellery Designer.

I have been designing and making beaded jewellery for more than 20 years now. It all started with a kit for 6 pairs of earrings, and I still get as excited about making jewellery today as I did then.

I use a variety of beads, including freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystal, Venetian glass, dichroic glass, semi precious beads or any other type of bead that I feel is needed for the design I am working on.

I am constantly exploring new ways to incorporate these beads into designs and as a result my designs sometimes move away from jewellery into other slightly more 'off the wall' accessories

Jewellery Making Birthday parties

10 things I love, after my family

sitting on the cliffs watching the sea
Lord of the Rings, the books and the films
an open fire in the winter
Christmas
photography, although I'm still learning
earl grey tea preferably made with loose tea leaves in a pot, poured into a china mug
colour - life would be very boring in black and white
The Hebrides- I would move there tomorrow if I could, only problem would be choosing the island
my herb garden and most of what flies about in it
the dawn chorus and listening to bird song throughout the day

Gallery at 12, High Street, Eccleshall, Stafford.

I am a member of the Staffordshire Artists / Makers Cooperative.

In May 2009 we opened an Art Gallery in Eccleshall, Stafford to show case our work.

In May 2010 we opened our first floor gallery.

As well as exhibiting work of member artsits, we also have several guest artists and provide monthly exhibition space for other artists to use.

Gallery at 12, High Street, Eccleshall is open
10am - 5pm Monday - Saturday.

Telephone 01785 850757

http://www.galleryat12.co.uk/

you can also follow us on Twitter @Galleryat12

Some jewellery tips

To keep your jewellery looking good, it is always best to hang your necklaces or keep them lying flat in a box.

Earrings are easier to find if hanging in pairs instead of being thrown in a box or drawer along with a multitude of other earrings.

All of my own earrings hang from a cork board covered with felt and painted to compliment the surrounding decor.

It is also best to apply any perfumes, hairsprays etc before putting your jewellery on, this will help to prevent your jewellery tarnishing.

If your skin has an intollerance to certain jewellery metals, try painting a varnish onto your jewellery, watches and belts, . You can buy jewellery varnish at most department stores, although nail varnish works equally as well.

Always remove jewellery before washing unless items are gold or sterling silver as other metals can react with soap and water

If you have pearls, wear them, this is the best way to keep them in good condition, after wearing it is recommended that you gently wipe them with a damp soft cloth before putting them away.