Plush Jewellery at Chichester Art Trail 2012, Open Studios

5th/6th/7th and 12th/13th May 2012 from 10.30am until 5.30pm

Have you missed us? Come and see us during Chichester Art Trail 2012.

We’re going to be exclusively launching new pieces of Holly Richardson’s Entwined jewellery as part of the Chichester Art Trail. Nestling a space in the corner of our talented chum Karen Saunders’ studio, the launch will see new Entwined earrings, pendants and bangles joining the popular bespoke Entwined rings we launched at the end of last year.

Holly Richardson Sterling Silver and 22ct Gold Entwined Ring set with Diamond

Since closing Plush Chichester at the end of January, Holly has been working on these fantastic designs (as well as a couple of other things, more news of which soon) and we’re very excited to be able to finally let you see them in person.

Holly Richardson Diamond Set Sterling Silver Entwined Vine and Leaf Pendant

Come rain or shine (it’s a Bank Holiday weekend, it could do either, or both), we’ll be found at location 39 in the Western Sector of the Chichester Art Trail – Brenty, Main Road, Nutbourne, PO18 8RT – look out for the signs, there’s ample parking and a wealth of other open studios nearby (NB I keep saying Chichester Art Trail as the Emsworth Art Trail is running over the same two weekends – though there is absolutely nothing to stop you visiting studios and workshops on both of the trails, in fact, it’s positively encouraged)

See you soon. Holly and Allie

Entwined by Holly Richardson – Earrings and Pendant

This week has seen the arrival of new jewellery in Holly Richardson’s exclusive, Art Nouveau inspired, Entwined Collection.

The gorgeous handmade wedding rings and engagement rings are gathering an enthusiastic fanbase – Holly is working on some fabulous commissioned rings as I type, I’ll tell you more as soon as I’m allowed but I can say that she’s been tracking down some incredible Emeralds this week.

As with her Entwined rings, each and every piece of Holly’s Entwined jewellery is lovingly handmade here on the South Coast. This artisan collection is produced in limited number, if you are looking for a truly special present this Christmas, I may be biased, but you won’t go wrong with one of the Entwined pieces.

Entwined Pendant Sketch

Holly Richardson Handmade Sterling Silver, 18ct Gold and 4pt Diamond Entwined Pendant - £136

Holly Richardson Entwined Earrings Sketch

Holly Richardson Handmade Entwined Sterling Silver Stud Earrings Set with 8pt Diamond - £169

Holly Richardson Handmade Entwined Sterling Silver Drop Earrings - £65

You can view and purchase Holly Richardson Entwined jewellery by following this link.

Georgina Zupnik – Now Showing at Plush Jewellery Chichester

Fresh from her success at the Festival of Crafts at Farnham Maltings, we’re incredibly pleased to have Georgina Zupnik’s jewellery exclusively at Plush Jewllery in Chichester this Christmas. We absolutely adore Georgina’s jewellery and a number of her pieces are sneaking onto our Christmas lists.

Georgina Zupnik Winding Sparkle Pendant

Georgina Zupnik Sparkle Twist Pendant

Georgina says of her jewellery, “Since completing my degree in Metalwork and Jewellery at the University for the Creative Arts I have been continuing the development of my Sparkling Movement collections. I create memorable and eye catching contemporary silver jewellery pieces to be worn for special occasions.

Fireworks always fascinated and excited me as a child. These feelings haven’t faded in adulthood. The way they crackle and sparkle, the patterns of light they create in the sky and their often unpredictable paths have continued to enchant me.

Using simple techniques I evoke the magic of fireworks. I create silver sequins which I attach to pieces in a way which allows them to flicker with the movement of the body, creating a magical sparkling effect as the wearer moves. I use hard drawn silver wire to create the flow of movement in my work. This wire has a strong but flexible quality, allowing me to shape and twist it to create random yet controlled forms.”

Come and see Georgina’s jewellery at Plush Chichester until Christmas.

Jeremy Hoye Jewellery – Coming Soon to Plush Jewellery Chichester

Jeremy Hoye has been making handmade contemporary jewellery in England since 1994. Thought provoking designs and wearable jewellery is the mantra of Jeremy Hoye. Every item of jewellery is made in his Brighton workshop and not mass produced. Made by Jeremy Hoye and a small team of highly trained goldsmiths to bring you unusual quality jewellery. His silver charms have a uber following with men and women who want that something a little different. Here at Plush Jewellery we’ve loved Jeremy’s work for a long time. So, when we heard that he was looking to hook up with independent outlets for his jewellery, we, we couldn’t resist.

We’re incredibly chuffed to announce we’re soon to be the exclusive stockist of Jeremy Hoye jewellery and Jeremy Hoye Charms in Chichester. As this is a coming soon announcement, to ensure you’re the first to know when the Jeremy Hoye jewellery lands at Plush Jewellery Chichester, sign up for our newsletter here. For a preview of some of the Jeremy Hoye Charms that will be arriving at Plush Jewellery, take a look at Jeremy’s page at Plush Jewellery online here.

Jeremy Hoye Bug the Pug Charm

Russian Doll Charm

Genie in a Bottle Charm Pendant

Chihuahua in Handbag Charm

Sonya Bennett Stag Necklace

This stunning sterling silver Stag Necklace, made by Sonya Bennett in her Somerset workshop is new in for the autumn at the Plush Jewellery store in Chichester and online at www.plushjewellery.co.uk/sonyabennett.asp

Sonya Bennett Stag Necklace

Sonya Bennett Stag Necklace

Fans of the BBC’s Autumnwatch http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/uk/ will be well aware that Autumn sees the deer rut. The Stag and the Doe: talismanic symbols of the wilderness spirit and icons of the strong dynamism of the male/female bond, boldly reclaimed as a celebration of natural strength and vitality…

Laura Gravestock Jewellery – Now Available at Plush Jewellery Chichester and Online

We’ve been keeping an eye on Laura Gravestock and her fantastic Moorish influenced jewellery for some time and knew we had to bring her gorgeous work to you both at the Plush Jewellery store in Chichester and online at www.plushjewellery.co.uk/lauragravestock.asp

Laura Gravestock Promise Lattice Ring Sterling Silver

Laura Gravestock Promise Thread Through Earrings 18ct Gold Plated Silver

Laura Gravestock Written Love Ring Sterling Silver

Laura Gravestock Written Hate Ring 18ct Gold Plated Silver

Laura Gravestock Written Heart Ring 18ct Gold Plated Silver

About Laura Gravestock

Having worked in fashion for several years, Laura Gravestock decided to indulge her obsession for accessories by creating her own range of wearable fine jewellery. She embarked on her journey by studying jewellery design at London’s City Lit and gaining valuable experience as an apprentice to three cutting-edge jewellery designers. Laura Gravestock has now been designing and making from her studio in East London’s Shoreditch for the past two years. She works with Silver, Gold, Platinum and precious stones.

Laura Gravestock’s work is inspired by memories of light playing on the intricate latticework that surrounded her, growing up amongst the diverse architecture and cultures of the Middle East and rural Spain. As a child, finding beads and sequins at souqs and street markets allowed Laura to turn her creativity to making simple pieces of jewellery. Today, her passion for precious gemstones draws colour and richness into her work, with light reflecting off facets and through the detailed settings that surround them. Each piece of Laura Gravestock jewellery echoes the opulence of jewellery from decadent times gone by, recreating and bringing colour to the latticework that so captured her imagination as a child.

Take a closer look at other Laura Gravestock jewellery at www.plushjewellery.co.uk/lauragravestock.asp

Flash Jordan Jewellery – Now Available from Plush Jewellery Online

Flash Jordan Jewellery at Plush Jewellery

A quick one from us to let you know that you can now buy a selection of fantasic Flash Jordan jewellery directly from the Plush Jewellery website. Head over to http://plushjewellery.co.uk/flashjordan.asp. More pieces coming soon and there’s more to see at the Plush Jewellery store in Chichester.

Sian Elizabeth Hughes Jewellery – Now Showing at Plush Jewellery Chichester

Have you popped in and taken a look at the fantastic Florish collection by Sian Elizabeth Hughes that we’re currently showing at Plush Jewellery in Chichester (and online at www.plushjewellery.co.uk/sianelizabethhughes.asp)? If you haven’t yet; may I highly recommend that you do.

About Sian Elizabeth Hughes
After finishing her BA(hons) Degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing, Sian Elizabeth Hughes completed a six month residency before opening her studio in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.
Whilst studying for her degree Sian Elizabeth Hughes’ work evolved to rely on simplicity and sensitivity to the materials, forms, colours and textures. Sian’s work takes inspiration from natural forms and she enjoys creating simple, honest forms, she aspires to create desirable and precious three-dimensional objects that can adorn the body.
Sian Elizabeth Hughes cuts, forms and finishes all of the elements in her Florish collection by hand, she enjoys making her pieces by hand as it gives her as much contact as possible with each piece to ensure the composition is correct and says that character and indiviuality are very important to the process of designing and making, as is attention to detail.

Sian Elizabeth Hughes Multi 5 Oxidised Silver & 22ct Gilt Pendant

Sian Elizabeth Hughes Extra Large Oxidised Silver Single Pendant

Sian Elizabeth Hughes Silver and 22ct Gold Gilt Pin

New from Jules Jules – Stardust Pendants

The fab Juli Miller has just released her new, gorgeous Stardust pendants. Made with fused glass and suspended from a memory wire, they are a purse-friendly £29.50 each. Look out for more colours to come…

Hannah Bedford Granulated Jewellery – New at Plush Jewellery

Hannah Bedford Silver Granulated Cuff

Hannah Bedford’s gorgeous granulated jewellery can now be found at Plush Jewellery in Chichester and online at www.plushjewellery.co.uk/hannahbedford.asp.
Hannah Bedford graduated from the prestigious Birmingham School of Jewellery with a first class honours degree in 2004 and has been represented at Collect and exhibited at Origin. Her studio is at Cockpit Arts Deptford, the heart of South London’s creative community.
Hannah Bedford jewellery designs explore texture and form using the traditional processes of granulation and Keum-boo (fine gold fusing). Working in golds and silver, Hannah Bedford creates a range of women’s jewellery, from bespoke neckpieces through to delicate earrings and rings.
Collections are inspired by organic growth patterns in the natural world. Hannah Bedford uses gold fusing and granulation to create raised, textured surfaces that entwine each piece and takes great care to work on the underside of a piece. The work is often led by these technical explorations, using them to play with scale, form and contrasting precious metals to create aesthetically beautiful forms.

Hannah Bedford Granulated Silver Stud Earrings