Jennifer Kiely Hurst

14/10/2026

✨ Beading a cabochon 🪡 Part 2✨ Last night on the Bead Society of Victoria weekly UFO (Unfinished Object) Zoom call, I kept working on my beaded cabochon. Managed to get the second cup chain row stitched on, and the backing felt glued in place. The final step will be adding a row of Druk beads. Almost there!

10/10/2026

✨ Beading a cabochon 🪡 Part 1 ✨ Today, I headed to the Bead Society of Victoria Bead Expo to learn a new skill: how to bead a cabochon! Angie from Chicky Babe's Beads & Jewellery was great at explaining the technique — I managed to get it half-finished by the end of the workshop. This one is going to be a foxy fridge magnet. Can’t wait to finish it 🦊

08/10/2026

✨ Op Shop Fossicking Finds ✨ This is an interesting one because I have no idea what it is! I came across this *heavy* metallic pendant at Salvos Stores ❤️ It has a very subtle oil slick sheen to it, and looks quite organic — but has it just been cleverly made? A fellow jewellery student thinks it’s cast metal with a coating, while my teacher was itching to cut it open to work it out 🤣 Whatever it is, it’ll be fun to work out how to transform it into a new piece with this — did I mention *heavy* — feature pendant. What do you think it could be?

07/10/2026

✨ Op Shop Fossicking Finds ✨ I’m getting into the fun of finding treasures in op shops. I’d love to upcycle some preloved beads and gems into new jewels. So when I recently had some spare time, I went for a fossick… Also, I don’t like being on camera 📷 can you tell? 😫🤣

06/10/2026

Known as the finest uncut opal in existence, I was recently mesmerised by the ‘Fire of Australia’. On display at South Australian Museum, it’s valued at almost $900,000 and weighs 988 grams. It’s among the spectacular collection in the Minerals and Meteorites Gallery ✨ I’ll be sharing more clips of my favourite pieces (read: all of them) and may have had to use husband’s phone because I ran out of space on mine to capture them all… Highly recommend visiting when you’re next in Adelaide✨

27/09/2026

Yesterday, I tried pearl knotting for the first time! Big thanks to Clara at Claw Creative and Ivy at Ivy Gao Jewellery for showing me the ropes (silk 🤣) ✨ I got to choose from a lovely selection of freshwater pearls and gemstones (I loved the purple chalcedony to accent the pearls). It also includes a delicious selection of nibbles to enjoy while making. What I learnt? Knotting necklaces is much harder than it looks. As a perfectionist, it’s going to take me some time and practice to get to the standard I want to achieve… but that’s what learning is all about ✨ Highly recommend!

13/09/2026

All set up at the St Columba's College Alumnae Spring market in Essendon. Here are some of the gemstone and sterling silver sparkly items available for purchase ✨

07/09/2026

Looking forward to selling sparkles at St Columba's College Alumnae’ Spring Market this Sunday ✨

Our Spring Market is almost here, and we’re getting very excited about the incredible line-up of stallholders joining us on the day!

From jewellery, fashion and accessories to candles, skincare, homewares, gifts, sweet treats and plenty of beautiful handmade finds, there will be so much to browse, discover and take home.

We’re delighted to welcome:

Francesca Arangio • Baer Leather• Escape Artist • DesignsByTori • Jackdog Pottery • Luna Candle Co • Simple Knits • Celtic Salt Supply • Intimate Duet • C&J Delights Marshmallow & Mojo Skincare Australia • SoyCandleLab • Emily Boutique • Flowersbyanthea1 • K&L Gourmet Popcorn • CHEWE • VintazeVision • Veronica Lilly Designs • Jennifer Kiely Hurst • Abiline's • Jazzy Clothings and Accessories • Philia Creative Jewellery • Bellaaviorejewellery • Trina’s Glow • Hobby • Favourite Little Beads • Alarm Mate • Annie’s Gift by Sam • MadebyKegsyMc • Tiny Batch • Floating Lockets Australia • Tallow by Zainab • Baie Candles • Nettiemade • Georgie’s Bowtique • The Unique Giftique • Blue Moon Jewellery • Judi • Grace Of Crafts • Upcycled By Dècors Maggie • Luna Naturel • SHOPSOS • Little Lighthouses • Mazza Cosmetics

With more than 40 stallholders joining us, it’s shaping up to be a fantastic day and the perfect opportunity to shop small, support local makers and businesses, and find something a little different.

Come hungry, bring your shopping bags and make a day of it. We can’t wait to welcome you to the St Columba’s College Spring Market!

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