Amanda Mansell Jewellery

I finally launched my new business - FORGE! 💎🎉 -

I finally launched my new business - FORGE! 💎🎉 It's been a long time coming - FORGE was launched with a glittering party! 🎉💎 Please join me for a Meet the Maker PV on 22 February, 5.30pm - 8pm. Please RSVP to [email protected]

Happy New Year and Save the date, let's celebrate! -

Happy New Year and Save the date, let's celebrate! Wow that was a busy year full of bespoke commissions and a new business!! I'd love you to join me in celebrating on Thursday 26 January 2023! 😃

Queen Elizabeth II was an inspirational lady who was ahead of her time. Whether you’re a royalist or not you cannot escape the fact that she was a constant for 70 years through good times and bad. King Charles III has enormous shoes to fill!

People around the world are intrigued and invested in our deep routed heritage and culture, and the Royal family's influence of the British Brand has bought great economic benefit. The Queen was a supporter of British suppliers and manufacturers endorsing them and issuing Royal Warrants to companies whose services she used. I’m proud to say the polisher I use, Elliot Fitzpatrick, is one of those companies.

There is no reason to doubt that this support will continue through the Carolean era. King Charles III is a loyal supporter of the British Wool industry and has been ambassador for the Prince’s Trust for many years. In 1990 he set up Dutchy Organics, a leading organic and natural food brand, which aims to help small and medium sized producers.

Queen Elizabeth II was indeed a unique gem and bought a sparkle, not just as ‘a jewel to the world’, but through the wearing of an array of jewellery from her impressive collection! I am personally intrigued by her brooches which were thought to portray hidden messages or symbolism on the occasions she wore them, and she was rarely seen without a string of pearls. I touch on this in a previous newsletter which you can read on the website here: https://www.amandamansell.com/blogs/news/lockdown-life-isolation-diary-gem-7

Thank you Queen Elizabeth II, RIP

A unique gem who sparkle touched the world. RIP Queen Elizabeth II - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/a-unique-gem-who-sparkle-touched-the-world-rip-queen-elizabeth-ii

A unique gem who sparkle touched the world. RIP Queen Elizabeth II “She is an astonishing person and a real jewel to the world and not just to the United Kingdom” Barack Obama 2011

Delighted to unveil a special Platinum bracelet! - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/to-coincided-with-commemorating-the-the-queens-platinum-jubilee-im-delighted-to-reveal-a-spectacular-bespoke-platinum-bracelet

Delighted to unveil a special bespoke Platinum Bracelet! To coincided with commemorating the The Queen's Platinum Jubilee I'm delighted to reveal a spectacular bespoke Platinum bracelet which has been over two years in the making!

Timeline bracelet linking generations 👪 - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/timeline-bracelet-linking-generations-inherited-chains-transformed-into-a-stunning-bracelet-which-links-generations

Timeline bracelet linking generations 👪 Inherited chains transformed into a stunning bracelet which links generations, captures memories and tells stories for years to come.

A look back at the jewellery commissions of 2021! - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/a-montage-of-jewellery-commissions-undertaken-during-2021-a-creative-range-of-wedding-rings-engagement-rings-bracelets-tumblers-a-silver-keyring

A look back at the jewellery commissions of 2021! A video montage of bespoke jewellery commissions undertaken during 2021. A creative range of wedding rings, engagement rings, bracelets, tumblers a silver keyring!

10% discount on Creative gift ideas, last bespoke golden sparkling rings of 2021, and a MASSIVE thank you! - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/creative-gift-ideas-golden-sparkling-rings-and-a-massive-thank-you

Creative gift ideas, Golden sparkling rings, and a MASSIVE thank you! ❤ 10% discount on making kits and FLEXI GIFTS. The last stunning bespoke engagement rings of 2021, and a HUGE thank you for your continued support!💍

Making kits & gift cards for MAKE DAYS. People, places & moments, make gifts precious. - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/making-kits-gift-cards-for-make-days-people-places-moments-make-gifts-precious

Making kits & gift cards for MAKE DAYS. People, places & moments, make gifts precious. The perfect unique limited edition gifts for people who like crafting and making. Follow on Instagram and Facebook to be the first to hear about the launch of these Jewellery making kits. Don't miss out!

New creations. New venture. New name. New website. New beginnings! A busy few months creating and getting the new venture off the ground! An evening at The Goldsmiths' Company Freemans reception was well deserved! - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/new-creations-new-venture-new-name-new-website-new-beginnings

New creations. New venture. New name. New website. New beginnings! It's been a busy few months in the studio making bespoke and remodelled commissions as well as juggling many balls to get the new business off the ground! A great evening at The Goldsmiths' Company Freemans reception was definitely deserved!

Great evening at the Goldsmiths’ Company Freeman’s reception last night. First proper social event for quite some time! Let’s hope it continues 🙏

Fab company as always with friends and fellow craftsmen Justin Wilson and

A little white lie for a big surprise! And something different left the studio! 😍 - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/jewellery-linking-generations-5557833

A little white lie for a big surprise! And something different left the studio! 😍 Howard turned 70, Millie turned 21 and Amy and Will got engaged! Let's celebrate with jewellery and some tumbling tumblers!

The finished bracelet, linking generations! 👪 - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/jewellery-linking-generations-5554685

The finished bracelet, linking generations! 👪 Designing and creating new heirlooms from old, to be worn and loved for generations is a heart-warming & precious journey I am honoured to be part of.

Small steps in a changing big world! Precious remodelled jewellery linking generations 👪 - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/a-tribute-to-my-biggest-supporter-my-lovely-mum-and-remembering-the-beautiful-jewellery-i-made-her-5524397

Small steps in a changing big world! Precious remodelled jewellery linking generations 👪 Making a lasting tribute that will be worn and loved for generations to come is a heart-warming and precious journey I am honoured to be part of.

A tribute to my biggest supporter and wonderful mum.

In January my lovely mum’s health started to deteriorate, and devastatingly she lost her 9 year battle with breast cancer a few weeks ago on the 9th April, passing away peacefully at home with her family by her side.

I am heartbroken.

I chatted to my lovely, kind, caring, brave and inspirational mum at least once a day every day, and her deep love and support was unwavering. She often told me how proud she was of everything I’d achieved, but I’ve only been able to achieve what I have because my parents have always been there supporting and lending a hand throughout my education, college, early career and to where I am today.

They helped me finish degree work, helped me set up several trade fairs and craft fairs, listened on the end of the phone when I’d had a bad day, offered words of encouragement when I felt like giving up. In 2010 they helped me refurbish my Hatton Garden studio and when the work was finished mum handed me her letter of resignation ‘in the post of painter, decorator, upholsterer, removal operative, cleaner and general skivvy’. She never resigned of course… she never stopped supporting me. She was always there.

I’ve mentioned before about the sentiment that jewellery can hold and its intrinsic value, and I feel fortunate that I was able to make mum some lovely pieces over the years which I will treasure.

I obviously didn’t make mum’s 18ct yellow gold, platinum and diamond engagement ring and 22ct gold wedding ring, but dad did a fabulous job making sure he got them right, choosing to spend the money he saved to buy a new scooter on mum's engagement ring instead! She must have known then that dad was a good catch, and she told me often "They broke the mould when they made your dad". Mum’s 22ct gold wedding ring used to have a floral pattern engraved on the surface but that has worn away over the many years it was cherished.

Mum told me in her final weeks "You will make Loupe a success and don’t let anyone tell you you’re not good enough”. I feel desperately sad that she won’t see Loupe up and running not just because she knew how passionate I am about it, but also because she was definitely someone that gave creativity a go and gained a great deal of pleasure from it.

She tried pottery and undertook a drawing and painting course at the WI’s Denman College which gave her more confidence, and during the last couple of years she gained great pleasure in drawing her favourite characters from Beatrix Potter. Knitting was a favourite pastime, and in recent years during the WI’s Knit & Natter groups she knitted Angel Gowns and tiny hats and robes for premature babies which mum would take to the Luton & Dunstable hospital and she also made twiddle muffs for people suffering with dementia. Growing up she used to make my brother and I all kinds of costumes for school and dance performances. And still hanging in the wardrobe is the ballerina tutu she made me when I was 6 years old.

Mum always questioned where on earth I got my creative talents from? Well I think it’s pretty obvious really. And even though she won’t be there to stitch the cushion covers or give me one of her big precious wonderful hugs when Loupe's completed, I know she will be by my side all the way.

Thank you for being the best mum in the world. I miss you terribly and will love you always # # #

Image details for jewellery made for mum by me:
Ruby ring from dad to mum for their 40th Wedding Anniversary.

Gold and diamond ring from my dad to mum for their 50th Wedding Anniversary. This is from the Reminiscence collection inspired by the the Japanese Ensō - A circular shape which symbolises the beginning and end of all things. Infinity, enlightenment, togetherness. Open and closed. Wholeness and completion.

A necklace made from remodelling old jewellery that mum didn't wear any more. The concentric circles represent time passing, and she wore it every day.

A tribute to my biggest supporter - my lovely mum, and remembering the beautiful jewellery I made her ❤ - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/a-tribute-to-my-biggest-supporter-my-lovely-mum-and-remembering-the-beautiful-jewellery-i-made-her

A tribute to my biggest supporter - my lovely mum, and remembering the beautiful jewellery I made her ❤ Jewellery retains wonderful memories and sentiment, and I will particularly treasure the special pieces I made my lovely mum.

New home jewellery making kit! Designed by me made by you! 💍😃 - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/new-home-jewellery-making-kit-designed-by-me-made-by-you

New home jewellery making kit! Designed by me made by you! 💍😃 If you like crafting and creating why not try this new home jewellery making kit! Wach the video to find out more.

Spring into spring with the distant sound of wedding bells and a spring clean of your jewellery boxes! 💍😃 - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/spring-into-spring-with-the-distant-sound-of-wedding-bells-and-a-spring-clean-of-your-jewellery-boxes

Spring into spring with the distant sound of wedding bells and a spring clean of your jewellery boxes! 💍😃 Spring is in the air and so is the distant sounds of wedding bells! Bring your jewellery back to life with a little clean, polish and repair!

With it being International Women’s day today and Mother’s Day on Sunday, my brave, strong and determined mum is definitely the wonderful woman who inspires me every day!!

Mothering Sunday is also a time for remembering mums who are sadly no longer with us. We remodelled Katryn's late mothers gold rings to be incorporated on the inside of Katryn's platinum wedding ring so that her mum will always be with her. You can see more remodelling commissions on the website. Link in bio.

Please DM me if you’d like to discuss commissioning a special piece of jewellery

Itching to get back into the studio again to start making the bespoke pieces designed during lockdown.

This unique bracelet has been an evolving commission over the past year but
I think we are almost there! It will be a sculptural organic abstract form
inspired by the New Zealand silver fern. Now for the challenge of making
it!

Marching on with March! Jewellery for mums and for remembering mums. Fancy a career as a jewellery designer? - https://mailchi.mp/amanda-mansell/marching-on-with-march-jewellery-for-mums-and-for-remembering-mums-fancy-a-career-as-a-jewellery-designer

Marching on with March! Jewellery for mums and for remembering mums. Fancy a career in jewellery? Jewellery for special mums & for remembering mums. National Career Week: Book zoom consultation with Amanda Mansell for jewellery design career info.

A timeline bracelet full of stories. Some remodelling commissions need a little bit more time and thought than others, and this is the case with Lydia’s treasure trove of inherited chains and trinkets, all with connections to family past and present. After playing with a few ideas, we have settled on this bracelet design which is almost an historical timeline full of stories and memories which will one day be gifted to her daughter, so it can continue to evolve for years to come.

Lockdown Boredom Buster. If you're finding lockdown a bit tedious now, why not sort all the odd earrings at the bottom of your jewellery box and see if they can be made into a new piece of jewellery – like Imogen! She inherited a single earring from her grandmother which we transformed into a simple pendant.

Get in touch to send photos of your sad lonesome earrings and I’ll let you know how I can give them a new lease of life! See more remodelling inspiration on the website. Link in bio.