Just finished my second beaded bracelet - freshwater pearls, abalone nuggets and metallic seed beads -all in very organic arrangment. All beads are hand sewn. The cuff is lined with suede and there is a strong black elastic piece which allows for a comfortable fitting around the wrist.

I have been working on some beaded cuff bracelets  - inspired some fantastic designers such as Sherry Serafini, Bea Valdez and Guzel Bakeeva - their work is amazing!

I love using metallic beads and freshwater pearls as these give a lovely sheen and texture.

I still have lots of practicing to do but it's very addictive work so I'll keep going with it.

I also recently made this `Alice in Wonderland' cuff bracelet with rhinestones, pearls, pastel jewels and tiny flowers.

This is the newest addition to my Driftwood Beach jewellery collection - I can picture this worn with a wedding gown.... very romantic and a lovely splash of colour with ivory or cream.

The red glass heart has a tiny rose in the centre and the pink freshwater pearls have a wonderful lustre -very flattering against the skin. Enjoy!

Some great new summer jewellery by Driftwood Beach is now available from Dezigne - perfect additions to your summer wardrobe !

                                 Fabulous Wood, Jasper and Leather Necklace  £23.50

                       Stunning Wood, Ceramic, Stone and Leather Necklace  £35.00

Most of my jewellery is inspired by the ocean, the beach and the coastline so I love to use pebble shaped beads in natural materials such as wood and semi-precious stone. The wood twist beads I have used in the necklace above reminds me of driftwood -smooth to the touch and ever so slightly faded. The bright aqua ceramic ovals and dyed turquoise chips really contrast well with the wood.
I think the wood and jasper necklace has quite a designer look-I must admit I find it difficult to do asymetrical jewellery  - it's far more difficult than it looks!
One of my favourite Etsy  makers Lorelei Eurto gets it right every time! 


I have recently been asked to make some bridal jewellery for a lady who is getting married in St Ives in Cornwall later this year -which is wonderful as St Ives is one of my favourite places and I am so pleased to have been asked to make this jewellery which will feature some gorgeous freshwater pearls.

Alison -Driftwood Beach Jewellery