Enduring Light and Enduring Memory – Two Very Special Commissions

Every bespoke jewellery commission begins with a consultation – a conversation about metals, stones, colours, textures and shapes. Sometimes a client is looking for an entirely original piece made with fresh materials and sometimes they want their piece to incorporate an element that has personal meaning, like a gemstone or metal from an existing piece

Wedding Jewellery

Melding unique, traditional & new in every piece I recently had the joy of being commissioned to create this special oak leaf brooch. It was requested by a bride to gift to her father to wear at her wedding. The oak is his favourite tree and with such symbolism around strength and wisdom it was

Summer Giveaway and Bestsellers

As summer is drawing to a close, I wanted to say a huge ‘Thank you’ to my loyal customers by giving away a completely one off pendant. I am going to choose a winner from my newsletter subscribers on 21st  September 2021 – the official last day of summer. The prize is a one-off Sculptural Asymmetric Pendant with London

Remodelling jewellery – things to know

“The finished ring is absolutely stunning a very contemporary design, with the symbol for eternity incorporated. I absolutely love it, and more importantly so does Molly [Shelley’s daughter]… a very special gift spanning 3 generations, now much loved and cherished. I highly recommend Zoe, her standard of work is superb, she is a true creative

Orkney bound – happy couple create their own wedding rings

I can’t hide it – I absolutely love designing jewellery when the heart is involved. It could be engagements, anniversaries, the birth of a child – or in this case – for a wedding. But this was not a commission. The couple wanted to come to Orkney and spend a day making their wedding bands.

Tis The Season… To Support Your Local Makers

As we all know, 2020 has been a strange year. To add to it, we’re now facing a very different festive season too. After the events of 2020, it has never been more important to support your local makers and in turn, we can help you make this Christmas extra special. Gift shopping, I think,

How Beach Walks Inspire My Jewellery

The Spring Tides collection was inspired, like so many of my designs, by seaside walks along the rugged Orkney coastline. I like to take the time to notice small details such as fine patterns in stone and silvery shadows dancing over surfaces. These subtle elements often spark ideas for new designs. The vision behind the

ORKNEY MIDWIFE RECOGNISED WITH KEY WORKER CAMPAIGN JEWELLERY GIFT

A special key worker gifting campaign launched last month by Orkney jewellery designer, Zoe Davidson, attracted over 200 nominations, with an islands midwife chosen to receive a silver ring in recognition of her vital role in the community. Stromness–based Zoe created the campaign in a bid to recognise the efforts of all those continuing to

Today On the Bench: Sculptural Swirl Ring Process

Today on the bench I’d like to share with you something I don’t normally share. The process of how I make a lot of my jewellery. It has been two weeks now in isolation and I cannot help but feel a little out of touch. Stromness streets echo and folk walk into the shadow. To

You’re Already Making A Difference… And More

Wow it’s October already! This year is going so fast! Lots of lifeboat pendants to make, tie bars and all. And more pieces in preparation for next months local Papdale Christmas Shopping Night extravaganza, as well as Glasgow’s Country Living Christmas Fair. Even some one off pieces for some lovely customers. Busy. Where did summer