Hey everyone! It’s been a while since I’ve done a blog update so thought it was about time I did one! I’ve been quite busy recently with training and the workshop programme launching at my day job but I’m still here crafting away and creating in the background. I’ve recently started experimenting with Jesmonite which Read More
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How to Clean Sterling Silver Jewellery
Hello everyone! Here’s a little home hack I thought I would share with you all for cleaning sterling silver jewellery. Please try this at your own risk. This technique isn’t suitable for antique silver pieces or pieces which feature soft/porous gemstones such as pearls, amber, onyx, agate, emerald and opals. If in doubt google it Read More
Recycled Aluminium Drinks Can Earrings
Difficulty: Beginner Age: 18+ (due to possible sharp edges and small pieces) Price: ££ – > £15 Time: 30 mins Create your own pair of shiny earrings to add a funky and fun touch to your look by reusing/up-cycling an aluminium drinks can of your choice. You can go for as patterned or as plain Read More
5 Simple Jewellery Care Tips
Over time even the most expensive pieces of jewellery will begin to tarnish and discolour. I’m going to share some simple tips to help care for and prolong the life of your jewellery pieces, whether they are super expensive or not. A lot of metals can tarnish, some more quickly than others. Tarnish is a Read More
Welcome!
Hello there and a massive welcome to Purple Ness Creations! My name’s Vanessa and I am a self taught jewellery maker based in Bristol, UK. I live here with my husband, two children and a small collection of pets. I’ve been making jewellery from a very young age and am generally a bit of a Read More