Jewellery
Helen Chalmers Jewellery
Helen studied Jewellery and Metal Design at Duncan of Jordanstone, graduating with BDes (Hons) in 2011.
Since then she has established her business in Edinburgh and currently works from The Biscuit Factory in Leith.
Helen specialises in the use of hot glass and supplementary materials created in an oxygen/propane mix flame with a technique known as ‘lampworking’. It dates back to Ancient Egypt, where oil lamps were the heat source. It has a rich history in Murano, Venice and has enjoyed a recent resurgence, especially in North America.
Koa jewellery
Leigh Shepherd Designs
Working from her studio in Haworth, West Yorkshire Leigh creates a range of mixed media pieces, cards and jewellery. She has a passion for upcycling and a desire to make affordable, quirky pieces of jewellery.
Earrings are made from sixpence coins, pendants from Scrabble tiles and brooches from draughts and domino pieces. Silkscreened papers and resin create jewel-like colours.