

Hello, my name is Sue, and I make custom memorial and keepsake jewellery to soothe and connect people with their deceased loved ones and pets. I think that jewellery should last a lifetime and I love that well-made jewellery can pass from generation to generation. This means that I only work with recycled precious metals; sterling and fine silver as well as 9ct 14ct and 18ct yellow and rose solid gold.
Each piece is lovingly made to order and is hallmarked in accordance with UK law. You can find out more about UK hallmarking requirements HERE.
Initially self-taught, I have spent the last few years perfecting my skills a series of dedicated courses as well as completing a yearlong Silver Jewellery Diploma and am currently studying for a Fine Jewellery Diploma.
I handle every aspect of running the business from research, design, manufacturing, packing, and accounts, which is my least favourite task.
The Process of Making Your Jewellery
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Step one
After placing your order, you will be sent a free order pack that includes information on how to send your ashes, hair, or fur in a secure manner. A teaspoon of ashes or a lock of hair/fur is sufficient for the creative process. A ring sizer is supplied if required.
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Step two
Once we receive your package, you will receive a confirmation email and an indication of completion time which is usually between 2 - 4 weeks depemding on whether any hallmarking or engraving is required. Regular updates are provided, and you will be sent images for your approval before the work is finished or set.
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Step three
Your completed celebration piece is polished, cleaned, and gift-wrapped before being dispatched with package tracking that requires a delivery signature. Your personalised item will come with a certificate of authenticity, care instructions, and any unused ashes, hair, or fur.
Handmade & Well Paid
Handmade & Well Paid is a campaign to help ensure makers are well paid for the work they do whilst helping customers to make good decisions about which makers to buy from.
Makers need a sustainable income in order to keep running their businesses and making their crafts.
Customers value and admire the work of handmade artists and want to support them fairly to ensure they are making a good living wage for themselves.
To support both sides – maker and customer, help us spread the word and get makers well paid and customers feeling confident about buying wonderful handmade work.

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CREATE
I am committed to creating and selling beautifully handmade pieces. I believe in myself and my work, and I love living my handmade life.
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VALUE
I value my skills and the work I have put into designing and making my handmade work. I value the time and effort I have put into learning my craft. I price my work according to the time and effort I put in to ensure a good and fair profit for my business and a fair price for my customer. I commit to reviewing my pricing every 6 months to ensure that the value of my work is put first I am committed to being a lifelong learner - I will continue to hone and practice my skills and continue my making and business education. I commit to valuing and supporting the work of all handmade artists. We are a gorgeous supportive community.
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SHARE
I will share about the work that goes into every piece I make to help educate my customers. I will share about the importance of handmade artists being paid a fair and good price for our work. I will proudly share the handmade and well-paid badge.

“Just want to say a massive thank you to Sue, for making a beautiful bauble for our daughter Rosie who we lost to an incredibly rare chromosomal abnormality in May. Sue was so thoughtful in sending us a card too, and the bauble was beautifully packaged. It’s a beautiful way to remember a loved one.”

What People Are Saying
“Just want to say a massive thank you to Sue, for making a beautiful bauble for our daughter Rosie who we lost to an incredibly rare chromosomal abnormality in May. Sue was so thoughtful in sending us a card too, and the bauble was beautifully packaged. It’s a beautiful way to remember a loved one.”