April Dace Jewellery

07/01/2025

C H U N K Y
Raw definitely doesn’t have to mean unrefined...
This was the last piece of jewellery I finished for 2024 and I love how different it was to my “usual” style. This chunky, heavy, organic style really appeals to me, but so many of you mention how dainty my style is, so it was nice to play around and have some freedom in this raw and unpredictable piece.
Even though the style is chunkier, that definitely didn’t mean I had to leave behind the refined finishing touches. By highly polishing the inside of the band and highlighting the highpoints and edges to create contrast, it really brought out the texture and weight of the band which is what makes this ring so unique and visually appealing.

07/01/2025

R is for R E M O D E L
(and Ruth...)
This gorgeous little signet ring was handmade in my Norfolk workshop, using my client’s old silver cutlery.
After drawing some sketches for Anna while chatting over a cup of tea here in my studio, she chose this soft horizontal cushion shape design with an old english font for the engraved R on top.
I hand carved the signet ring from wax (a very therapeutic process!) and then sandcast it, pouring Anna’s molten silver cutlery into the sand void. After opening the sand mould and taking out the cooled down silver, I sat at my workbench and carefully filed away the sandy texture and casting lines, and polished the ring up to a mirror finish, before engraving the R on top.
Anna presented the sweet little pinky ring to her daughter, Ruth, over the festive season and I’m happy to say she was very pleased!

01/01/2025

O L D T O N E W
Two new modern silver rings, handmade from old cutlery passed down through generations.
One for Anna; a chunky organic ring with a heavy molten texture.
One for Ruth, Anna’s daughter; a sweet cushion shape signet ring with an Old English “R” engraved on the top.
Both made in completely different ways from a fork and knife from the same cutlery set. Anna’s ring was melted into a bar and rolled out then heated until it was molten on the surface. Ruth’s ring was hand carved from wax then sandcast in my workshop.

25/12/2024

M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S
To all my amazing clients and followers!
May your day be Merry and Bright ❤️
We’re celebrating with family in South Africa again, having the best time soaking up the sun and seeing some of the amazing Kruger Park 🐘🦒🐃 🐆
Enjoy your days 🫶

25/12/2024

A P R I L B O O K I N G S
Book now...
I am now taking bookings for April to book in to come and see me at my workshop to discuss your bespoke jewellery ideas!
Turnaround for bespoke jewellery is approximately 8-14 weeks depending on the type of commission and how long the design process might take, so if you’re looking to have jewellery made for July time, nows the time to send me a message about how to book in 🙌
(And don’t worry, if you can’t see me in person, I can book you in for a phone call or zoom consultation.)

25/12/2024

9ct Yellow Gold Bar Name Necklace
Handmade in solid 9ct gold, hand stamped and personalised with Hannah’s children’s names, and hand set with their birthstones in a simple elegant flush setting.
The perfect everyday necklace, worn to keep Hannah’s ‘babies’ close ❤️

24/12/2024

P E R S O N A L
The most special part of having a piece of bespoke jewellery designed and made, is that it’s PERSONAL. Whether that be personal to you, personal to you and your partner, or personal to a loved one.
Having something commissioned carries a story and sentiment within itself which will last forever alongside the piece of jewellery being worn.
This 9ct Yellow Gold Bar Name Necklace is personalised with the names of Hannah’s children, “Arthur” and “Edith”, along with their birthstones (peridot and ruby)... which happen to both go beautifully with yellow gold so you planned that well Hannah 😉
Each bar is handmade in solid 9ct gold and runs along a simple elegant box chain.

22/12/2024

M A D E T O F I T
From a mix of sentimental diamond jewellery.
Sandra came to me in search of someone she could trust, who would be able to transform her late Mum’s old diamond rings into something ‘wow’ to wear alongside her engagement ring and wedding ring.
With such precious and sentimental pieces, it’s of extra importance to me to treat the whole process from start to finish with the upmost care, love and sensitivity. From the moment Sandra walked in and told me her story, I knew this was going to be a special one .
The Design:
It’s always a welcome challenge mixing diamonds from a collection of different rings into one, as most of the time the stones are all different shapes and sizes and were never “made to go together”. The additional challenge with this design idea was how to shape the diamonds around Sandra’s existing engagement ring in a way that complimented her other rings and worked with these prescribed stone sizes. As I usually do during consultations, I sat and sketched out 2-3 different designs to allow Sandra to see what’s possible and we both agreed this was “the one”, using all 9 diamonds to sweep around in a fitted, flowing curve.
Read more about “The Making” in the next post!

16/12/2024

F A M I L Y
Here’s a reminder to have a rummage through your jewellery boxes and drawers this Christmas and pull out some old treasures!
Now’s the perfect time over the festive season to be nostalgic, share stories, remember loved ones… whether that’s in your own space or with the family together.
There are so many ways you can honour and remember your loved ones through jewellery and there’s no “one size fits all” way to do it. Some people want to treasure memories by wearing their jewellery as it was in the form their loved one wore it. Others have items they split between numerous family members and will divide out and share metal and gemstones in their own personal way and style.
However you wish to remember is your way 🫶
If you’d like more information or to have a chat about what’s possible when it comes to remodelling or working with family jewellery, send me a DM or email and I’ll be more than happy to help.

15/12/2024

O L D T O N E W
Antique heirloom to modern cross!
This has got to be one of the biggest transformations I’ve made to date, in terms of style!
This dainty gold claw set ring was passed down through generations only to be sat unworn in a drawer until Kate and her family came to me to commission this modern silver cross pendant.
The cross is solid Sterling Silver, designed in this contemporary bold style to showcase and accommodate the ring’s original Sapphire and two old cut diamonds.
The gemstones are flush set to keep them safe and secure for everyday wear, and to keep the design clean and polished.
I love a challenge! And this transformation certainly was, working with putting these mixed shapes and sizes of gemstones in the prescribed form of the cross. As usual, I sketched a few design options to provide choice, and I’m really happy with the clean outcome of this design 👌

15/12/2024

R E D E S I G N E D
Sterling Silver Oblong Sapphire & Old Cut Diamond Chunky Modern Cross Pendant
I recently completely this commission, transforming an old unworn family ring into this cross - a complete redesign unrecognisable from its original jewellery piece, and now much more suitable for its new wearer 🫶
Keep a look out for the next post where I’ll show you the ring it came out of!

13/12/2024

2 0 2 5 / 2 6 W E D D I N G S
Are you getting married in 2025?
Are you still looking for the perfect wedding rings?
If you haven’t found quite what you’re looking for, why not consider having a bespoke design made?
Get in touch today or comment below to get yourself on my 2025 contact list where we can start our conversation!

12/12/2024

12/12/2024

T R A N S F O R M E D
22ct family jewellery, turned into a replacement wedding band for a silver one that was lost in the sea while swimming on holiday!
A great way to repurpose old unused jewellery pieces into something meaningful and wearable everyday.

11/12/2024

O S C A R 🤍
A sweet Amazonite and 9ct Gold baby name bracelet, made especially for Anna, commissioned by her fiancé Adam to celebrate the birth of their beautiful cheeky boy Oscar 🫶
Hand knotted on silk, with 9ct yellow gold beads and clasp.