by Eleanor Saussey | Oct 19, 2023
Healing Arts – Harbour Gallery Jeresy 2023
We’re delighted to be involved with another of the Harbour Gallery’s brilliant exhibitions – ‘ Healing Arts ’ which displays artwork centred around the positive effects of art on mental health.
This theme really resonated with us – the connection between the often slow and repetitive nature of our craft, and the stillness it provides for the brain. We know many other artists feel the same about their own practise too.
We submitted two purple pearl necklaces, part of our colour theory collection (focused on exploring colour theory and it’s effect on mood) – hand tied one pearl at a time – highlighting the repetitive and gentle process of making.
It can be wonderful to lose yourself in the cathartic nature and repetition of completing the same movement over and over again. From a mental health perspective, when the hands are busy the mind can often find stillness. Many of the pieces I make exist as a physical manifestation of the need to create a mental comfort from the pursuit of repetitive movement. Jewellery particularly lends itself to repetition, creating the perfect environment for that all elusive mental stillness, that can lead to calm and a soothing of the edges.
Writing about colour itself brings a particular comfort, as when I started the series of essays, prompted by a body of work created for the Gate House Gallery in Guernsey in 2017, I realised that colour was a huge part of my artistic journey, and something that I clung to in times of confusion or need. Interesting that I hadn’t previously realised this, and I hadn’t intended to write, but once I started, the floodgates well and truly opened. It then dawned on me that I attributed colours to the people around me, and perhaps unknowingly used my perception of the colour as a means of attempting to understand the person. The exploration of colour through my nearest and dearest has led to a greater understanding of self, and has proved to be a cathartic and healing process.
by Eleanor Saussey | Sep 26, 2023
Chunky Silver Chain Link Braclet
This beautiful bespoke silver chain link bracelet has a stunning textured surface.
We love to create hand textured silver – the surface just catches the light so beautifully. Like a disco ball – our absolute favourite thing. There’s always one in the fruit bowl in the kitchen if you need any extra proof. It’s a daily reminder to work hard and play hard.
This bracelet is lovely and chunky which is perfect for creating a statement.
by Eleanor Saussey | Sep 7, 2023
Guernsey Arts Open 2023 – Paisley Fractal in Silver
We’re delighted to announce that we’ve been accepted for the Guernsey Arts Open Exhibition at the George Crossan Gallery which starts in October.
We’ve painted a 6ft long canvas and drawn intricate paisley and lace inspired spiral motifs. Once again a labour of love. Creating a pattern that looks like it could occur in nature with the elements of crafted human elements like lace. Embracing the ever intertwined relationships between our perception of design and nature.
Combining our some of our favourite things – spirals , patterns , super tiny details and metallic colours.
by Eleanor Saussey | Aug 11, 2023
60th Beatles Celebration Earrings – Guernsey Arts
Donated to Guernsey Arts for the raffle at the Beatles celebration, organised to mark 60 years since their performance in Guernsey.
Made from old vinyl records and recycled plastic cards – cut into plectrum shapes to celebrate the iconic albums, Sgt Pepper and Abbey Rd. We love how each earrings matches up with different frames from the book.
Although our collective favourite has to be Yellow Submarine – the song and animated movie. Eleanor definitely cites this as a major creative influence, and even has the books.
The whole of Guernsey has been gripped with Beatles fever, it’s like the Fab 4 are here again and everyone is screaming so loud they can’t hear them play. How has that transcended 60 years? Impressive.
by Eleanor Saussey | Aug 1, 2023
Multi-strand Ombre Pearl Bracelet
This lovely multi-stranded ombre pearl bracelet bracelet is made from three charming earthy shades – a lovely green, peachy gold and deep orange.
Each pearl is our favourite potato shape – adding a bit of life to the traditional pearl bracelet. Added to the clasp are three pretty pearl dangles. All with a recycled sterling silver clasp.
We love this style of multi stranded bracelet – it adds a bit of an extra statement.
If you love these pearls as much as we do check out the selection available in our shop. here.
If you are interested in commissioning a piece of jewellery from us please email [email protected].
