Lilia Nash Jewellery Studio

New Diamond Rings!

2011-03-01T05:45:00.000-08:00

2011 is turning out to be a busy year (thankfully), with my diamond rings particularly popular! With this mind, I have designed three Sterling silver and diamond bands which are now available via my website. These rings are suitable to be worn as a wedding band or for everyday wear.

The first ring has a frosted finish and is inset with a beautiful diamond.

This ring also has a frosted finish and is inset with a black diamond. This ring is suitable for both men and women.

Finally, my latest design has a grove running horizontally through the band. There are 8 sparkly diamonds set into the grove.

All three designs can be made in any size and from 18ct yellow or white gold. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested in any of my designs.

Scottish Wildcat Association charity donation

2011-01-05T13:24:00.000-08:00

Both myself and the Scottish Wildcat Association would like to say a big 'Thank You' to all those who purchased my jewellery over the past 7 months. 5% of each sale has been donated to help preserve the beautiful yet endangered Scottish Wildcat. I am sure this money will be benefitial to the wonderful work they do.

2011-01-01T06:01:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to everyone!

I am still here, although absolutely horrified how long it has been since my last post :-)

It has been very hectic here during the pre-Christmas period, I had many Not On The High Street and website orders, which kept me extremely busy. Unfortunately, this left me with my workshop being a complete mess and in need of proper tidying. I was given a beautiful new jeweller's bench for Christmas, which is going to be put in it's proper place hopefully on Wednesday and all my tools will be arranged, so I can find everything easily. I will post a photo of it later.

I have been having a small well-deserved (as I say so myself ;-)) holiday during Christmas period, which I used to have a think about some new designs for the New Year. As well as introducing other gemstones to my Daisy stacking rings, I am planning to expand my range of simple band rings made with single inset gemstones. My Petals range is also in some need of TLC, so I have been designing some more earrings, which will look gorgeous, being lightweight and having a lot of movement as well as sparkle from the gemstones. So, lots more to look forward to, once the kids go back to school.

New Website Design

2010-10-27T11:51:00.001-07:00

It's been extremely busy here in my studio! I am very proud to announce that my new look website has finally been launched. Please take a look and let me know what you think www.liliandesigns.co.uk .

My dear husband has also been working very hard taking new photographs on a weathered wood background, which I think look fantastic.

In the meanwhile, I have been busy making new designs and trying out new techniques - fusing and granulation. There is a new rhodolite garnet stacking ring for sale in my outlets, with granulated bezel. I have also just completed an amethyst example and a few plain hammered bands and a simple 18k gold dot ring to complete the set. They all are of course available to order in your size (including 1/4 and 1/2 sizes).

Below are a few of my new items:

"Not On The High Street" SALE

2010-07-20T10:39:00.001-07:00

Not On The High Street Sale starts 26 July. Many of my pieces will soon be available at a reduced rate, with some up to 50% off! Please take some time to browse my shop and look out for some real bargains. The sale will last for 4 weeks, and remember... when they're gone, they're gone!

Visit my NOTHS shop http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/liliandesigns to see my latest designs.

New rings uploaded on Etsy and NOTHS shop:

Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K gold

2010-06-21T12:22:00.000-07:00

Available from my Etsy shop for purchase in a size N1/4 (UK) or 6 1/2 (USA). Can be made in any size as a custom order. http://www.etsy.com/listing/49885991

New Items in New Brewery Arts Gallery

2010-06-13T08:50:00.000-07:00

I was thrilled to have my work accepted at New Brewery Arts Gallery in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England, as part of the wedding jewellery exhibit. "A centre for excellence" in crafts and arts, the gallery is a must visit if visiting this hystoric Cotswolds town. The New Brewery Arts Gallery also has a website http://www.newbreweryarts.org.uk . Their staff are extremely helpful and the resident crafters are very welcoming.

Below are a sample of my rings, available to purchase from the gallery.

Some of The New Designs > 25 May 2010

2010-05-25T09:21:00.000-07:00

Some new items I have been working on in the last days. There are more in my shop, please check them out and let me know what you think :-)

Fair Trade Grape Garnet 5mm, ruby 2.5mm, Sterling Silver, 18k gold
http://www.etsy.com/listing/48047537

Rhodolite Garnets, Pink Tourmaline, hand-twisted Sterling silver shank

http://www.etsy.com/listing/48045926

There are some other items uploaded in my shop www.liliandesigns.etsy.com

New Items > 19 May 2010

2010-05-20T09:50:00.000-07:00

New items, available to buy from my Etsy Shop:

New work - Sapphire and Diamond Sterling Silver ring

2010-05-19T07:35:00.001-07:00

This beautiful ring features a fine round cornflower blue sapphire flanked by two round white diamonds, set in a heavy Sterling Silver half-round shape band ring.

The sapphire is bezel set and measures approx 4.5mm in diameter. The diamonds are 2mm each (0.03ct each) and are VS, E in quality. The band measures 6mm x 2mm.

Ready to ship in a size L 1/2 = 5 7/8, however can be made in a size required as a custom order (please allow 3-4 weeks for completion).

This ring can also be made in all 18k gold. Please enquire.

Hand-made in my studio in the Cotswolds, England.

To see more of my products please visit www.liliandesigns.etsy.com

'Flowers' Treasury

2010-05-13T10:09:00.001-07:00

I have created my new Etsy treasury today:

View at EasyCaptures.com

Scottish Wildcats are in danger of disappearing...

2010-05-11T08:59:00.000-07:00

I have recently become a proud member of the Scottish Wildcat Association, which is "dedicated to protecting and conserving of Britain's only remaining wild feline; the Scottish wildcat". There are only 400 pure wildcats remaining in the wild and their extinction can become a reality in the next five years.

These cats look very similar to their domestic cousins, but they are completely untamable predators, even if reared in captivity. These cats are also called the 'Tiger of The Highlands'.

The association leads a number of campaigns to protect these amazing creatures through fieldwork, scientific research and fundraising for the breeding programme, education and awareness. To read more, please visit http://www.scottishwildcats.co.uk/

photo courtesy of Astrida Plenty at www.flickr.com/photos/bigbird3/4408769922/

I am donating 5% off each piece of Lilia N Designs jewelry for this worthy cause. Please visit http://www.liliandesigns.etsy.com and http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/liliandesigns to view my designs.

Not On The High Street Shop OPEN

2010-05-11T08:46:00.000-07:00

I have now set up my NOTHS (Not On The High Street) shop and it is fully operational http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/liliandesigns . Unfortunately, the sellers are only allowed to have up to 30 pieces, so there are many more pieces I couldn't list. I am open for custom orders as usual and if there is anything you like, but would like it slightly different or in a different size, I would be delighted to make it for you!

A couple of new pieces

2009-04-22T13:24:00.000-07:00

Just a couple of new designs from my 'Leaves and Flowers' collection.

The 'Leaf' pendant is hand-forged in Sterling silver and has a hand-textured finish to create the detailed veining of a leaf. A stunning 5.5mm peridot gemstone is bezel set near the stem, adding a splash of colour.

The 'Rose' earstuds are matt finished with polished edges.

New Beginning

2009-04-14T10:30:00.000-07:00

I have been keen to create a blog for quite a while now, however I find it difficult to express my thoughts (in English!) about myself and my jewellery. As an artisan, I understand how vital it is to share my thoughts with other people. So, here I will persevere to share my experiences and work with other art and jewellery loving people.

This Easter weekend, I visited the North Devon coast. The featured ring was inspired by the rolling waves and the purityof the sea. It is the first piece of jewellery I have made using multiple stones and gold graulation.

Finally, please note that I am holding a 20% sale in my Etsy shop and the Lilia N Designs website .