Frequently Asked Questions
-
We recommend storing your jewellery somewhere dry and avoiding prolonged contact with water, perfume and harsh chemicals.
Although lampwork glass is durable enough for everyday wear, handmade jewellery should still be treated with care and stored safely when not being worn.
-
Lampwork glass is much stronger than many people expect. After being made, the beads go through an annealing process in a kiln, which strengthens and stabilises the glass.
For everyday wear, they are surprisingly durable — much like glass marbles, which are designed to withstand regular handling and knocks.
That said, glass is not indestructible, so we still recommend treating your jewellery with reasonable care and avoiding drops onto very hard surfaces.
-
The photographs shown are representative of the design and colourway, but every piece is individually handmade. Subtle variations in colour, shape and pattern are part of what makes each piece unique.
Your jewellery will be beautifully similar, but never completely identical.
-
IEach bead is individually handmade in our studio using traditional lampworking techniques, where glass is melted in the flame and shaped by hand.
Many of our designs are created slowly in layers, giving each piece its own subtle movement, depth and individuality.
If you’d like to find out more about the process — or even try it for yourself — you can learn more about our workshops here.
-
Yes — we’re always happy to discuss custom ideas and commissions.
Because every piece is handmade individually, we can often adapt colours, styles and designs to create something more personal to you.
We also have a range or memorial pieces that can incorporate the ashes, hair or fur of loved ones.
You can find out more about our memorial jewellery here.
If you have any custom requests or want to commission a piece, please contact us to discuss your ideas.