Leon Hampson is an artist, designer and printmaker based in Bradford, West Yorkshire, and Metal Guru is his range of decorative artwork and limited-edition stimming jewellery and accessories for adults. His designs are created to aid concentration and reduce stress and anxiety, using recycled or up-cycled materials such as silver, steel, aluminium and waste wood. …
Angela creates unique hand cut mosaic jewellery and interior pieces, made with iridescent glass, vintage ceramics and Italian millefiori. Her mosaics take inspiration from folk art and style movements through key themes as nature and human form, creating decorative and attractive pieces to wear and for the home.
The Mountain and Me creates unique, hand painted wooden jewellery inspired by British wildlife, birds, and bold patterns. Made from sustainable FSC-certified bamboo, each piece begins as an original drawing and is individually hand painted in Claire Mills’ home studio using quality artist non toxic paints. Lightweight, eco-friendly, and comfortable to wear-celebrating individuality, creativity, and …
Susannah creates modern jewellery using traditional silversmithing techniques and more contemporary precious metal clay. Her main collection is inspired by the lace-making heritage of Nottingham. By imprinting lace onto the surface of silver she forges the metal into fluid organic shapes reflecting the movement of heavy lace. Susannah’s more recent work is inspired by delicate …
Silly Loaf creates wearable joy: jewellery with a fun, colourful style. Their bold designs are illustrated by hand before being laser cut, engraved and hand painted. Using sustainable materials in their work, Silly Loaf aims to be as kind to the planet as possible; all their packaging is plastic free too and each piece of …
Finding inspiration in British flora and fauna, Lauren designs and handcrafts unique pieces of jewellery and metalwork from her workshop in Sheffield. Working predominantly with sterling silver to create each piece of jewellery, adding accents of 9ct gold and patination to add contrast, colour and individuality, while combining traditional silversmithing techniques to create intricate details …
Susan Holloway is the designer-maker behind Whispered Porcelain by Holloway & Dillon, creating contemporary porcelain jewellery and wearable art from her North Yorkshire studio. Her work is defined by a bold modern aesthetic, combining matte porcelain, monochrome palettes and graphite glazes with delicate textures, hand-drawn mark making and carefully selected metals. Inspired by nature and …
Factory Floor Jewels is handmade in designer Kate’s Liverpool studio, telling the story of her fascination with the engineering and marine history of the city and her relationship with her engineer father. Inspired by the strength and beauty of industrial materials and processes, each piece features an eclectic mix of materials, including silver, steel, brass, …
Ali Perry is a lampworker and silversmith creating colourful, distinctive jewellery from her own handmade glass beads. Each bead is formed in the flame, with layered colours and intricate decoration, then combined with silver, gemstones and pearls. With over a decade of experience, she regularly exhibits across the Midlands and is excited to be returning …
Final year, level 3 Art and Design students at Shipley College have explored the theme of making, drawing inspiration from British makers, their own interests, and the local environment. Their diverse creations on display at this year’s Saltaire Makers Fair include both practical and decorative ceramics, alongside screen-printed bags and hand-painted homeware. The students have also showcased their …