Little Gems on Jewellery and Life

In this week's episode, Ange and David are back together again…but it's their final show!David is feeling into Canadian life and has been busy exploring the sites with a visiting friendDavid gives some insight into his preparations for his new jobAnge shares some of the jewellery highlights of her yearAnge finally spills the beans about her ‘big surprise' - her appearance on BBC one programme ‘Make It At Market'Our hosts share their plans for Christmas and the coming new yearDavid J LillyInstagramWebsiteAngela BenjaminInstagramWebsiteLinks:If you're in the UK and want to catch Ange on Make It At Market -https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001t4rt - its available to view on BBC iplayer and Britbox, and will be available in the USA in the new year.

In this episode, Ange is chatting to classically-trained London-based goldsmith Darren Sherwood. Darren is a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths and Freeman of the City of London.In this episode you'll:Hear Ange talk to Darren about his journey into jewellery and how he ended up in his current workshop and retail spaceFind out what Darren loves about his workshopHear Darren share his fears and the aspects of jewellery making that he lovesHear about some of Darren's favourite commissions and some of the esteemed jewellery houses he has worked with throughout his careerDiscover Darren's eclectic listening tastes whilst workingDiscover Darren's insight into what inspires his work, get his great advice for up-and-coming jewellers.Finally discover Darren's jewellery “superpowers” and if there's anything he's not good at.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteDarren SherwoodInstagramWebsiteJoin us next time for more insight into jewellery making and life.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

In this concluding episode David chats with Dahna (pronouced Day-nah) Makris of Madame Mak Jewellery. Dahna is based in Melbourne, Australia and is an efusive and bubbly self-taught jeweller who excells at using wax to make her colourful and gem studded pieces of jewellery. This is part two of two.In this episode you'll: 1. Find out what's been Dahna's favourite commission to date 2. Discover what Dahna's rainbow rampage was about 3. Hear Dahna discuss her plans for the next five years 4. Find out about other jewellers on Instagram that inspire Dahna 5. Discover what allows Dahna to focus while she's working 6. Receive Dahna's advice for someone who wants to be a jeweller 7. Get Dahna's thoughts on where her jewellery sits between Fine and Contemporary 8. Discover what Dahna's unique skills are that have helped her become successful 9. Finally hear what Dahna's feels that sh'es not very good at and wishes to improveDavid J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteDahna MakrisInstagramWebsiteJoin us next time for more insight into Dahna Makris of Madame Mak JewlleryWant to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This episode David chats with Dahna (pronouced Day-nah) Makris of Madame Mak Jewellery. Dahna is based in Melbourne, Australia and is an efusive and bubbly self-taught jeweller who excells at using wax to make her colourful and gem studded pieces of jewellery. This is part one of two.In this episode you'll:Discover how Dahna got started as a jeweller, and what came before Find out why Dahna specialises in wax castingHear how Dahna sets her business up to provide regular incomeHear Dahna tell us about her latest workFinds out what Dahna's greatest fear is to do with her businessHear Dahna describe what brings her the most joy when she is in the studioFind out what gives Dahna creative inspirationDiscover what kind of fruit Dahna might be - and whyDavid J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteDahna MakrisInstagramWebsiteJoin us next time for more insight into Dahna Makris of Madame Mak JewlleryWant to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This episode your hosts have a catch-up on their respective summers and what they've been making and doing over the last couple of weeks.In this epsiode you'll hear:David share details of the wild fires that are currently raging in Kelowna, and the Shuswap in Canada - not far from where he is staying.That David has been teaching some workshops to adults with learning differences and the two discuss the rewards associated with sharing their skills with others.David talk about the challenges of job-hunting in CanadaThat David has also been socializing and networking with Canadian creatives.How Ange is gearing up for her local open studios and talks about what she will be showing this year. That Ange attended a private view of a textile artist Donna Lynch at Hauser & Wirth Gallery, London.That David will be interviewing Dahna @madame.mak_jewellery over the next two episodesDavid J LillyInstagramWebsiteAngela BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are: Ange's recommendations is textile artist Donna Lynch @studio_ashayDavid's recommendation is the jeweller Thierry Vendome @thierry_vendommeJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

Our hosts are reunited after a lengthy separation. David is settling into Canadian life and Ange is recovering from a cold.In this epsiode you hear:David and Ange discuss their personal takes on Russell's podcast episodes.That David has been wax carving and designing some gemstone pieces with some interesting sounding stones.David talk about a stained-glass workshop that he's been running in his local community, including classes for people with physical differences. David also share his previous experience of working with diverse client groups.How David has been socializing and networking with Canadian creatives.Ange share her latest wax carved works and talk about her struggles with clean-up and the perils of soldering mix metals.David gives Ange his tips on naming jewellery collections and Both of them share their contrasting design and sometimes 'dangerous' design styles.The pair chat about their respective creative/jewellery communities and Ange extols the virtues of WhatsApp groups!That David has a job interview and Ange has a secret to be revealled sometime in the future!David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAngela BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are: Ange's recommendations are Pepe Tools @pepetools_usa and Penny of Amanti Argenti @amanti_argentiDavid's recommendation is Dahna, known as Madame Mak @madame.mak_jewelleryJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This is the concluding part of Ange's interview with goldsmith Russell Lownsbrough who she knows from Morley College. Russell is a well established specialist in wax carving for jewellery and miniature sculptures. Furthermore Russell is the author of ‘Wax carving for Jewellers', a new and essential guide to all budding wax carvers.In this episode you'll:Hear Russell's hints about his favourite commissions and he shows Ange a piece he created to woo a girl - which has serendipitous links to one of Russell's favourite artists.Find out what Russell's favourite ‘material' to work with is - it's a good one.Hear Russell share some of his studio listening: from movie soundtracks to playlists (you can even find some on Spotify).Also hear some great advice for aspiring jewellers: from coping with self-employment and niche skills to networking.Find out Russell's preference between fine and contemporary jewellery, and why!Discover Russell's USP and why it's made him successful.Be pleased to hear that Russell has something he's not good at Hear Ange and Russell get a tad sweary (oops!) about self-promotion.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteRussell LounsboroughInstagramWax Carving WebsitePersonal WebsiteIf you're in the North of the UK in September you can see Russell's work at Goldsmiths Fair North @goldsmithsnorthRUSSELL'S INSPIRERS ARE: Rene Lalique, the greatest jeweller of all time.Georges FouquetKevin CoatesGerda FlockingerJohn Paul MillerLydia CourteilleRichard MawdsleyWendy RamshawSolange Azagury PartridgePatrick WoodroffeAlphonse MuchaRodney MatthewsIan GibsonAlan AldridgeMartin BowerArthur RackhamEdmund DulacBoris VallejoFrank FrazettaAntonio CanovaAuguste RodinUmberto BoccioneJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

In this part one of two episodes Ange is chatting to goldsmith Russell Lownsbrough who she knows from Morley College. Russell is a well established specialist in wax carving for jewellery and miniature sculptures. Furthermore Russell is the author of ‘Wax carving for Jewellers', a new and essential guide to all budding wax carvers.In this episode you'll:Find out how Russell relates his interesting journey into jewellery from silversmithing apprentice through to art school newbie.Discover how Russell started his working career..Get insight into Russell's workspace, and how he has always had a hand in constructing the studios where he creates. He chats about his need for tidiness, comfortable seating and good lighting.Find out who Russell can and cannot talk about through his work with different designers. Russell has to keep quiet about a lot of his work. He's preparing some of his own work for Goldsmiths North Jewellery Fair in Sheffield, his hometown.Hear what motivated Russell to write his popular book on wax carving - from both professional and personal perspectives. He also gives some insight into the actual writing process.Discover that Russell does fear something (as a jeweller) and also what brings him the most joy when working.Get a list of the varied artistic inspirations Rusell draws from - Lalique to Antonio Canova.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteRussell LounsboroughInstagramWax Carving WebsitePersonal WebsiteIf you're in the North of the UK in September you can see Russell's work at Goldsmiths Fair North @goldsmithsnorthRUSSELL'S INSPIRERS ARE: Rene Lalique, the greatest jeweller of all time.Georges FouquetKevin CoatesGerda FlockingerJohn Paul MillerLydia CourteilleRichard MawdsleyWendy RamshawSolange Azagury PartridgePatrick WoodroffeAlphonse MuchaRodney MatthewsIan GibsonAlan AldridgeMartin BowerArthur RackhamEdmund DulacBoris VallejoFrank FrazettaAntonio CanovaAuguste RodinUmberto BoccioneJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This week, David is back in Canada and Ange is in sunny London. The pair catch up on what they've been doing over the past month and how experimenting is good.In this episode you'll learn:David talks about his reintegration into Canadian life and the options for permanent residence.Ange is de-mob happy now that her scholarship has come to an end.David shares his impressions of Ange's scholarship collection. David has been buying new kit and gemstones, in preparation for doing some jewellery making in Canada.Ange hints at an exciting future and shares the identity of the next podcast guest - Russell Lownsbrough.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAngela BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are: Ange's recommendation is the Forge in London, their instagram feed is @theforgespaceDavid's recommendation is Ukranian jeweller Tanya Kolydata. Her instagram feed is @kolyada.tJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This episode it's David's turn to chat with another creative peron, and this time that person is jeweller Kim Styles. Kim and David know one another as they both took part in different series of the BBC TV show All That Glitters. David 'gets under thr skin' of what Kim is up to in her studio and what makes her tick. In this episode you'll:Hear Kim explain how she got into jewellery making, Learn about Kim's jewellery training at college and time in industry.Find out about Kim's workspace on the Isle of WightDiscover how Kim describes her jewellery and the things that inspire it.Find out what are Kim's fears and joys as a maker.Hear Louise focuses when she's working.Be able to learn from the tips Kim has to offer budding jewellers.Hear what David and Kim both thought about the benefits of taking part in Alll That Glitters.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteKim StylesInstagramWebsiteJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This time Ange is chatting to Louise Seijen Ten Hoorn, jewellery designer and tutor. The conversation coincides with the publication of Louise's first book ‘Design for Jewellery Makers'. Apologies for the sound quality, but we hope you still enjoy listening.In this episode you'll:Hear Louise explain how she got into jewellery making, fresh from high school with the encouragement of her parents.Learn about Louise's jewellery training at college and progression into the industry.Find out about Louise's workspace, which she shares with other creatives in South East London.Discover how Louise describes her most recent jewellery project, making wearable pieces out of some unusual rubbish.Learn what motivated Louise to write her book and how it eventually came about, she's keen to see what people make as a result of trying the challenges in her book.Hear Ange share how she has changed her making practice since taking classes with Louise.Hear what Louise has to say about how going to art college helped her approach design differently.Find out what are Louise's fears and joys as a maker.Discover what Louise shares about her very varied inspirations: from discarded items to film and more.. She also talks about other materials that she enjoys working with.Hear Louise tells us a bit about what she listens to when she's working.Be able to learn from the tips Louise gives for budding jewellers, including peer-mentoring.be delighted as Louise shares her jewellery style favourites and her not-so favourite things.Know where to find Louise 'in the flesh' - Pullens Yard Open Studios 9th-11th June @pullensyard David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteLouise Seijen Ten HoornInstagramRecycled Parcel ChellengeJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This time around Ange and David are chatting about what they are currently up to in their respective workshops, whether that is stained glass, work that Ange is doing as part of her scholarship at Morley College, wax carving, international clients or competitions. It's all more jewellery waffle.In this episode you'll learn:How David has been busy interviewing a podcast guestMore on David's stained glass work including THAT commissionGood news from Ange about her @chroic competition entryWhat Ange has just carved in waxHow the pair approach the challenges of setting gems in wax carved jewelleryWhat selling on Etsy is like for David and Ange - pros and consHow the pair have used their creativity as currency, by swapping work with other creatives.That Ange has had a birthday and got to visit the Georg Jensen Gallery during London Craft WeekDavid J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are: Ange's recommendation is the silversmith portal of Georg Jenson @georgjensenDavid's recommendation is his rug designer friend Helen Yardley @helenyardleystudioJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This episode Ange and David are all silly names and giggles. They discusss collection naming and other aspects of jewellery making that are not seen by the buying public.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL:Hear how David is still busy with not only a challenging stained glass commission but also bespoke jewellery work.Hear Ange and David discuss their individual approaches to bespoke jewellery designs.Hear David talk about a new mentee and his coaching methods.Hear the pair get the giggles over ‘intergalactic jewellery' and names for their respective jewellery collections.Discover that Ange has almost finished making her scholarship collection.Find out about Ange's first jewellery competition.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur 'makers-to-follow recommendations this week are both jewellers: Ange's recommendations are the fine jewellery portal @chroic.uk and Aurelie Dellasanta @aureliedellasantaDavid's recommendation is the Metalsmith Society @metalsmithsocietyJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

David is flying solo this episode and is excited to chat to Canadian Jeweller Amanda Galiffi who is based in Ontario. David and Amanda have been following each other on Instagram for a few years, and had attempted to meet earlier this year.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL:Find out about Amanda's studio space.Discover Amanda's jewellery making journey, her joys and fears. Learn about some of Amanda's inspirations and what she loves making.Hear about Amanda's current successes, future plans and career goals.Find out what Amanda's likes here creative space to be.Find out what it's like to be Amanda as she talks about the highs and lows of being a fairly new part-time jeweller.Amanda also shares her tips for aspiring jewellery makers. David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteSky Gems Designs by Amanda GaliffiInstagramWebsiteJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

The dynamic duo are both in the same time zone at last - David is back in the UK for a while. So, the pair catch up on the past two weeks and what they've been up to and how they have overcome certain thorny questions about running a jewellery (or any small) business.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL:Discover how David has hit the ground running and has several commissions to complete. Find out what David thinks of the challenges of making stained glass windows and jewellery and whether he has a preference.Listen to Ange talk about her polishing experience.Hear the pair discuss the hot topic (pun intended) of ‘firestain'.Listen to Ange talking about the business mentoring she has received as part of her jewellery scholarship.Hear the pair talk spreadsheets, pricing and how they approach it.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur 'makers-to-follow recommendations this week are both jewellers: Ange's recommendation is Steven Goldsmith @goldpolishingguruDavid's recommendation is a lapidarist with a difference @steventylerthedesignerJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

In this latest episode you'll find David enjoying yet another amazing Canadian location, while Ange is in full-swing with the various courses she's taking as part of her scholarship back in the UK. Together they chat about their respective journeys over teh past few weeks (and looking forward) and what's driving both of them at the moment.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL:Find David in another location - Vancouver Island - on his Canadian adventure.Hear Ange talk about the latest pieces she's working on as part of her scholarship.Find out how Ange is working with gold and wax carving. Hear some insights into Ange's scholarship journey. Listen to David and Ange discuss the challenges of working in gold.Hear how David has been getting inspiration from lots of sources, including cake moulds, gem fairs and forest walks!You'll also learn about David's future plans.Get insight into how Ange and David approach designing and making jewellery.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are both jewellers: Ange's recommendation is @paulwellsmetals - expert fold-forming silversmithDavid's recommendation is @danacadesignstudio - a jewellery design studio and creator of Instagram's annual 'Battle of the Rings'.Join us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

David and Ange are reunited for this episode. David is continuing his Canadian adventure and gives an update on his new location and job prospects, Ange tells us what she has been up to in London.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL:Find out how Ange has been busy with her jewellery scholarship, sharing some of what she's been learning.Hear David talk about the culture and arts scene in the West Kootenays and how that compares with the North Okanagan.Hear Ange talk about the Collect Art Fair in London and excited her there.Hear David talks about his new Nelson-based menteeGet their recommendatiosn for peiople to follow on Instagram.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are both jewellers: Ange's recommendation is @franonumah - silversmithDavid's recommendation is @samontecruzstudios - all round talented creativeJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

Ange is flying solo this episode and is excited to chat to German Jeweller Cassandra Kudoke who is based in Cologne. Ange has been following Cassandra on Instagram for a few years and has been looking forward to finding out more about Cassandra's amazing work.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL:Find out about Cassandra's studio space and what's she's currently working on.Discover Cassandra's jewellery making joys and fears. Learn about some of Cassandra's inspirations.Hear about Cassandra's future plans and career goals.Find out what it's like to be Cassandra as she talks about the highs and lows of being a self-employed creative.Cassandra also shares her tips for aspiring jewellery makers. David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteCassaandra KudokeInstagramJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This time David and Ange chat about the joys of being abroad and what inspires them about their travels. David talks about his stained glass work and Ange what is going on as parts of her Scholarship at Morley College.Find out what David thinks about Canadian hospitality.David talks about a very unique musuem and art gallery he found in Vernon - The Caetani House and work of Sveva Caetani (https://www.caetani.org/)Find out what David got up to at The Vernon Community Arts Centre (https://vernonarts.ca/)Ange tells about how she has been busy with her jewellery scholarship courses Ange share one very important jewellery making tip.David talks about his new communities of Vernon and the West Kootenays.Ange and David share their ‘who to follow' on Instagram. David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are all jewellers: Ange's recommendation is @theresiatracy - jewellery designer/makerDavid's recommendation is fine jeweller Susan Kun of @susan.kun.1Join us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and how 2023 is moving along.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This time around David chats with Welsh jeweller Lee Appleby. David and Lee know one another as they both took part in the BBC TV series All That Glitters - Lee in series 1 and David in series 2. David asks Lee a variety of life and jewellery related questions with one daft question in the mix. Find out a little about Lee's familyDiscover what inspires Lee's jewellery designsLee talks about what he fears and loves about jewellery makingFind out what fruit Lee is - yes reallyDiscover what Lee's favourite commission to date was and whyLearn about Lee's love/hate relationship with alternative materials in jewellery makingLee gives his advice to budding jewellersFind out what Lee has playing in the studio on both good and bad daysDavid J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteLee ApplebyInstagramFacebookWebsiteYouTubeJoin us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and plans for 2023!Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

With David now in Canada and Ange happily ensconsed in Bligty, they chat about their respective Christmas and New Year activities, in the USA and London.In this episode you'll:Learn about the cultural pursuits our hosts have indulged in since we last heard from them and their shared love of Brutalist architecture.Hear our hosts discuss their different methods of approaching designing jewellery.Discover why concrete has been a guiding light recently.Plus, Ange shares some insight into her jewellery scholarship and what she's learning, as well as a ‘sneak peek' of her scholarship collection.Then David talks about settling into Vernon, BC, Canada and his exciting plans involving his new local Community Arts Centre.Finally Ange is off to Portugal for a short break and hopefully more inspiration!Lastly Ange and David share their ‘who to follow' on Instagram. David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are all jewellers: Ange's recommendations are her soon-to-be ethical gem cutter Fiona Haines FGA of @wisefiggems and also Adi Toch of @aditoch_metalwork, who is an artist and metalsmithDavid's recommendation is Maria Eugénia Quartin Graça of @eugenia_vscncls. Eugenia is an jewellery blogger.Join us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and plans for 2023!Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

As makers with outdoor studios, David and Ange chat about the current perils of winter working, what they have in their current and future making schedules and what they intend to get up to in the cold!David shares some background to his most recent commission, and a subsequent new collaboration with the client.David gives an update on his impending move to North AmericaThe pair discuss the challenges of working with clients and making bespoke pieces.Ange shares the touching story behind her most recent commission and her upcoming bespoke work.Ange talks about hand making her Christmas giftsFind out about David's musical past and his other creative interests, including his role as a mentor for Art students.The pair discuss exploring other income streams, in tandem with jewellery making.David J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminInstagramWebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are all jewellers: Ange's recommendation is Mazzi Odu @mazziod. Mazzi is a jewellery journalist, with a great recent article on the history of brooches.David's recommendation is Lisa Lister @sassylisalister. Lisa is an author, artist, editor and Sourcer-ress. She's also a ritual and ceremony guide-ess. Lisa finds the Venusian in ALL things.Join us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and plans for 2023!Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

In this episode David welcomes Angela of Ange B Designs as the new co-host of the podcast.Ange starts by sharing her journey into jewellery: from her memories of being a creative child in a family of makers, to her career detour from full-time physiotherapist to art school student, and how that led her to her current status of jewellery designer maker with her own small business.Ange talks about the DeBeers Group Jewellery Scholarship which she was recently awarded and what she hopes to gain from it, over the next year.David and Ange discuss the pros and cons of selling handmade jewellery - whether that be in-person selling or via online platforms, like Etsy.Both David and Ange enjoy other creative disciplines and we learn about a couple of other creatives that Ange hopes to interview on future episodes of the podcast.•Learn about Ange's journey into jewellery making•Ange talks about the DeBeers Group Jewellery Scholarship which she was recently awarded and what she hopes to gain from it, over the next year•David and Ange discuss the pros and cons of selling handmade jewellery - whether that be in-person selling or via online platforms, like Etsy•David and Ange discuss their creative influences•Hear about our hosts stockists and gallery commitmentsDavid J LillyInstagramWebsiteAnge BenjaminAnge Benjamin InstagramAngela Benjamin WebsiteOur makers-to-follow recommendations this week are all jewellers: Amanda Li Hope @amandalihope is a London-based fine jeweller who specializes in precision made wedding and engagement ringsCassandra Kudoke @cassandrakudoke is a fine jewellery from Cologne, Germany.David's recommendation is @youngsilverlondon who makes great reels of his creative process. Join us next time for more insight into our creative processes, latest projects and plans for 2023!Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

This is Emma and David's last podcast together as they conclude their All That Glitters journey and discuss what has been going on for each of them over teh last few months. Emma and David also chat about their future plans, both personally and creatively. DavidAs David gets ready to set off on a fabulous adventure he tells all about his trip across America and Canada. David also announces the new co-presenter, Angela Benjamin, who will be taking over from Emma on the podcast.EmmaEmma reveals her plans to open a showroom in her new extended studio space at Sunny Bank Mills in Leeds and prepares to get cracking on Christmas orders and shopping for her large brood.Want to find out more about Emma and David?How Emma is expanding her business off-lineWhere David's work is being featured around the worldWho will be taking over from EmmaHow to stay in touch with EmmaWho David and Emma feel are worth following on InstagramEmmaInstagramWebsiteFacebookMailing ListDavidInstagramWebsiteInstagram and WebsitesAnge Benjamin InstagramAngela Benjamin WebsiteXander Gem Collection InstagramXander Gem Collection Etsy PageJoin next time to meet Angela Benjamin, the new co-host and discover stuff about her work and creative drive. Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: littlegemsonjewellery@gmail.com

David interviews Sonny about his jewellery journey. They discuss how Sonny being a competitor on the original series 1 All That Glitters drove him forward as a jeweller in an incredibly positive way. The BackstorySonny tells David about how he works and where he started out making jewellery.The influencesSonny talks about his ‘rustic fine' style of jewellery and how he feels that his personal style flows through everything he does in the workshop.Want to find out more about Sonny and his making and inspirations?Sonny talks about his studio space and how conducive it is to his creative process.Hear Sonny talk about his exciting plans for his ‘everyday' collection.Find out how Sonny feels about taking risks in his jewellery designs.Hear how Sonny's experience in the All That Glitters workshop pushed him forward.EmmaInstagramWebsiteFacebookDavidInstagramWebsiteSonny Bailey-AirdWebsiteInstagramYouTubeJoin next time to hear a big announcement from Emma and David.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

Emma interviews Jack Mitchell, another finalsit on All That Glitters, about his time in the competition and his jewellery story. The BackstoryJack talks about how he started making jewellery as a child with his goldsmith Dad, and how his struggles at school ultimately led him back to the bench as a young adult, plus discovering a whole new world to explore.The influencesJack talks about his love of travel and discovery, digging for opals and building structure with gold and silver. Want to find out more about Jack and his jewellery journey?Hear about how Jack went from being totally discouraged from learning, though his school years, to studying for a degree in jewellery making.Hear Jack talk about finding his passion and his understanding of how he learns with his hands.Find out which was Jack's favourite 'make' in the All That Glitters workshop.Hear about Jack's takeaway from the All That Glitters experience.Hear Jack's big ideas for his next projects and a pitch for another TV Show!Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Jack Mitchellwww.jackmitchelljewellery.comwww.instagram.com/jackmitchelljewellerywww.facebook.com/jackmitchelljewelleryJoin David next time to hear from another wonderful jeweller, Sonny Bailey-Aird, competitor in the original series of All That Glitters, and how his life and being a jeweller has moved on.Do you have a question for us? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

David interviews Tianne Simmons - one of the other contestants from the BBC2 series All That Glitters. Together David and Tianne discuss all things jewellery that makes Tianne tick. The BackstoryTianne tells David about her inspirations, how she has followed in her Dad's footsteps at the jewellery bench.The influencesTianne talks about her passions for motorbikes and all things articulated and how this inspires her jewellery designs.Want to find out more about Tianne and how she came to jewellery?Learn about the amazing piece that Tianne was inspired to make in lockdown.Hear Tianne's thoughts on the All That Glitters experience.Get the lowdown on Tianne's future plans.Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Tianne Simmons@tsfinejewelleryListen in next week as another guest jeweller joins Emma on the podcast for their Little Gems on Jewellery and Life.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

Emma interviews Bonnie Hay about her time on All That Glitters and her journey through the jewellery world. The BackstoryBonnie talks about how she got into jewellery making after studying for a degree in fine art, how she learned from a wonderful community of jewellers and what inspires her to create her different collections of wearable art.The influencesBonnie talks about how her Mum and her love of a dangly, fun pairs of earrings still inspires Bonnie's sense of fun in jewellery today, alongside her other influences, which also includes Birmingham's rich history and architecture.Want to find out more about Bonnie and her creativity?Learn about Bonnie's other creative talents and how her teaching at Birmingham City University, both challenges and reinforces her own creative energy.Find out more about Bonnie's favourite challenge during her time in the All That Glitters workshop, and how she vogued with Katherine!Hear what Bonnie learned about herself through the ‘All That Glitters' experience.Get the lowdown on Bonnie's future plans to open a shop with her jeweller husband.Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Bonnie Haywww.bonniehayjewellery.comwww.instagram.com/troubled_makerJoin David and Tianne next week to find out more about Tianne and her love of jewellery, how she got on her path and what inspires her designs.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

Yes it's the interview with Piers Carpenter, the WINNER of All That Glitters. David interviews Piers about his path into jewellery. The BackstoryPiers reveals how he was always intrigued by jewellery and what age he was when his love of jewellery began.The influencesPiers discusses his love of antique jewellery and what appeals to him about jewellery from bygone eras.Want to find out more about Piers and how he came to jewellery.Learn about Piers's attitude towards his own learning journey and how he pushes himself.Discover about how a goldsmith learns at the side of his master and Piers's relationship with his ‘gaffer'.Hear what Piers learned about himself through the ‘All That Glitters' experience.Get the lowdown on Piers' future plans.Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Piers Carpenter @pierscarpenterjewelleryhttps://pierscarpenterjewellery.com/Join Emma and Bonnie next week to find out more about Bonnie and how she became a jeweller and her thoughts on the All That Glitters experience.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

It's all about the final of ALL THAT GLITTERS (series 2). Finalist Emma is interviewed by David and reveals her thoughts and feelings on competing in the FINAL of our favourite jewellery competition/talent show format TV programme, and explains the inspirations behind her designs. The BestsellerDavid asks Emma to explain the concept behind the ‘Ribbon of Life Sapphire Engagement Ring'. Emma talks about the very nature of marriage with it's twists and turns and how the rhythm of life was represented within the design that she produced on the show.The BespokeEmma and David talk about meeting the wonderful Shirley Ballas and what a fan girl moment that was for Emma - who loves to dance. They discuss how the ‘Queen of the Rhumba' inspired Emma to make a necklace that was full of passion, love and fire. They talk about the quote stamped into the back of the necklace and what it means to Emma and why it was perfect for Shirley.Want the inside scoop? This is the place to get it direct from the contestants.Hear how it feels when it all goes well in the All That Glitters workshop.Discover more about the concepts and stories behind the designs.Hear what it has been like to be the subject of a debate on social media.Get Emma's thoughts on the judges decision on the winner and how it felt at the time and what impact SocialMedia had on that.Get the Instagram handles for all the All That Glitters contestantsEmmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/INSTAGRAMS OF THE ATG CONTESTANTS:Steve Ali @road_from_damascusNyanda Yekwai @soulvisionary_jewelsTianne Simmons @tsfinejewelleryBonnie Hay @troubled_makerJack Mitchell @jackmitchelljewelleryPiers Carpenter @pierscarpenterjewelleryFollowing on, David and Emma will now individualy be interviewing the other contestants over the next few weeks.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

A rollercoaster ride for both Davidand Emma. Were they brave, ambitious or just plain old daft? With a very tight timeframe and sophisticated designs to execute Emma and David delve a little deeper into their experiences of filming the Semi-Final of ALL THAT GLITTERS Series 2.The BestsellerMismatched Earrings. David talks about bringing his lapidary skills into the ATG workroom (along with his enormous drill!), whilst Emma reveals the inspiration behind her ‘Creative Energy' design and how her head bursts on a daily basis, in both a positive and a negative way.The BespokeMismatched Cufflinks - for the client, Enoch, a hero on the streets of Birmingham, with passions that include Skiing, film and theatre. Emma discusses her own passion of figurative art and taking on a challenge to cast in place her diamonds, while David tells us about his technical difficulties around the cufflink rivets and how he managed to overcome those in such a tight timeframe.Want the inside scoop? This is the place to get it direct from the contestants.Hear how it feels to leave the All That Glitters workshop.Discover more about the concepts and stories behind the pieces.Learn more about the designs, from the designers themselves.Gain a deeper knowledge of what it is like to make jewellery under great pressure.Find out who David and Emma recommend following on social media.Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/INSTAGRAMS TO FOLLOW:@helenyardleystudio@draw_me_a_jewelTechnique of the week:Emma and David touch on the vast subject that is stone setting, from simple bezel sets, to setting pointy stones, to setting in molten gold and casting in place, plus star and flush setting, there's plenty to cover from this week!Join Emma and David next week to hear about their thoughts on THE FINAL of ALL THAT GLITTERS and don't forget to watch the show! BBC2, Thursday 29th September 9pm or catch up on iPlayer.

Contemporary Materials week. A peek behind the scenes into this fun episode of All That Glitters. David and Emma talk about the ‘Bestseller' challenge to make a Statement Brooch and the ‘Bespoke' challenge of the Architectural Ear Cuff for client Elliot, who is deaf and looking for an ear cuff that celebrates this important part of him.The BestsellerEmma and David reveal the inspiration behind their City of Birmingham inspired designs. David focused in on the BT tower and the myriad of domed shapes protruding from it, whilst Emma looked backwards to the story of a brave but ultimately disgraced soldier, George Ravenhill (V.C.) who was stripped of his Victoria Cross.The BespokeDavid and Emma talk about their ear cuff designs and how they felt about using contemporary materials alongside the more traditional metals they are used to working with. They reflect on how each of them created something very different and what they were trying to capture in their designs.Want the inside scoop? This is the place to get it direct from the contestants.Discover more about using contemporary materials.Learn more about the designs, from the designers themselves.Gain a deeper knowledge of Pt. George Ravenhill V.C. and why his story was so interesting to Emma.Hear about David's architectural influences and how that informed his brooch design.Find out who David and Emma recommend following on social media.Emma and David discuss their designs for Elliot's Earcuff. This week's technique is brooch pin making.Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/INSTAGRAMS TO FOLLOW:@samanthabaines@unexpected.jewelryTechnique of the week:Brooch pins - Emma and David talk about making a brooch pin, the importance of a satisfying ‘click' and the benefits of using dental wire for the pin. Brooch wire supplier: KC Smith Ortho Ltd https://www.kcsmith.co.ukJoin Emma and David next week to hear about their thoughts on episode 5 of All That Glitters, the SEMI-FINAL and don't forget to watch the show! BBC2, Thursday 22nd September 9pm or catch up on iPlayer.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

A peek behind the scenes from the contestants themselves. David and Emma talk about the ‘Bestseller' challenge of the Pearl Chain Necklace and the ‘Bespoke' challenge of the Charm Bracelet to represent their fertility journey for clients Shema and Ian. TRIGGER WARNING - Emma talks about the loss of a childThe BestsellerEmma and David reveal the historical inspiration behind their designs. David discusses the family tradition of gifting pearls to mark important life events for both of his Grandmothers. Emma delves into the history of pearls and how the introduction of cultured pearls changed the way they were used and perceived by not just jewellers but also those in the fashion world. The BespokeDavid and Emma talk about their connection to the story behind the client's story and how they wanted to represent that family using silver and gold. David explains how his charms represented the three children and Emma reveals what was going on with that gold charm and how she stole her daughter's birthday Barbie to make her Fatima's hand charm.Want the inside scoop? This is the place to get it direct from the contestants.Hear how it feels to end up near the bottom (when you think you've nailed it)Discover more about the technique of cuttlefish castingLearn more about the designs, from the designers themselvesGain an insight into the stories behind the designsFind out who this time David and Emma recommend following on social mediaEmmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/INSTAGRAMS TO FOLLOW:@marknewmanjewellery@baereaccessoriesJoin Emma and David next time to hear all about episode four. Don't forget to watch ALL THAT GLITTERS on BBC2 9pm Thursdays. Or catch up on iPlayer anytime that suits you. Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

In this podcast Emma and David dissect their feelings about episode Two of ATG S2. Emma talks about how the title of the show itself was the starting point of the concept behind her decision making spinning ring and how that design journey was influenced by her own busy life. David explains the thinking behind his spinning ring design and the added ‘fiddle' factor, with it‘s quirky helicopter design. Thery both talk about the bespoke hairpins they created.Emma and David then talk about the judging process and how it feels to be judged both on set and publicly online. • Gain some insight into the stories and inspiration behind the designs• Hear about the All That Glitters Series 2 get together!• Want to learn to make a Spinner Ring from Emma? Find out how. • David recommends you check out teh Oregonbased jeweller @dawnhemstreet.jewelry• Emma recommends you check out incredible artist/tattoo artist @Iris_Lys on InstagramEmmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Join Emma and David next week to hear all about episode three. Don't forget to watch ALL THAT GLITTERS on BBC2 9pm Thursdays. Or catch up on IPlayer anytime to suit you. Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

*TRIGGER WARNING* in this podcast Emma talks about the grief of losing a parent. This podcast is dedicated to the memory of Carole Taylor.In this podcast listen to Emma and David talk about their thoughts and feelings whilst filming the first episode of ALL THAT GLITTERS. David bemoans his outfit choice and Emma wonders who that middle aged woman on film is, because in her head she's still 25.Emma and David talk about their design process and the inspiration behind their designs. Emma reveals the story behind her peacock feather earring and David shares how his statement earring design evolved in the lead up to the episode. David and Emma talk about how the time restrictions impact the finishes on the jewellery during the challenges and touch on how they are feeling after finally seeing the show on TV. Want the inside scoop? This is the place to get it direct from the contestants.. Get a peek into the lead up to filming ATG. Discover more about David's bear mascot. Hear more about the designs, from the designers themselves. Find out about filming in and the covid restrictions. Emma talks about her new studio expansion and her future plans for it. Find out who David and Emma recommend following on social mediaEmmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/https://www.instagram.com/isaacparryjewellery/www.instagram.com/sunnybankmillsJoin Emma and David next week to hear about their thoughts on episode 2 of All That Glitters, and don't forget to watch the show! BBC2, Thursday 1st September 9pm or catch up on iPlayer.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

In this exciting episode Emma and David finish their back stories and describe how they found themselves ready and willing to apply for All That Glitters.As the first episode of All That Glitters airs tonight in the UK, David and Emma talk about where they were when they found out that they had got into the competition and how it felt to be offered that opportunity. . Emma reveals other hidden creative talents. The pros and cons of Online or High Street outlets. David circuitous route to discovering he was making jewellery. How Emma found herself in lucrative but creative ruts. How watching others do what you do can encourage you to take chancesTo find out more about Emma and David find them on Instagram, Facebook and their websites. Why not take a look at the upcoming workshops and of course their jewellery collections:Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Join David and Emma next time as they chat about the first episode of All that Glitters Series 2, from their insider viewpoint.Want to submit a question? Email your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

In this episode David talks with organisational psychologist, life coach and creator of the Sacred Wild Podcast - Krish Surroy, while Emma suns herself in the South of France with her family – yes, they forgot to record an episode before she went!David and Krish discuss ‘imposter syndrome' and internal saboteurs and how they can affect the life not only of a jeweller or creative but also those who want to spend money on themselves by buying jewellery. Krish further signposts online places and books to read to find out more about these gremlins.In this episode David and Krish talk about· Defining imposter syndrome· Recognising your imposter· What to do with your imposter once you've recognised it/them· What a saboteur is for· Where your saboteur came from· Why your internal saboteur has value· Why the question 'why' is of no use· We are worth it – whatever that might be to us as individuals. Where to find guidanceKrishhttps://www.krishsurroy.com/https://www.instagram.com/krishsurroy/?hl=enhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sacred-wild-podcast/id154572904Davidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/ Join David and Emma next time as they conclude their back stories all the way through to taking part in BBC2's All That Glitters Series 2. Want to submit a question? Email us your jewellery and other questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

In this second episode of Little Gems... David and Emma talk about their very first memories of being interested in jewellery and creative processes. From Lego to vintage bling, with an insight into making jewellery from food, plus a plastic pot of diamonds and rubies - these are eclectic stories. David tells us a bit about his colour blindness and how it changes his view on the world. Emma rambles on about her time at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design and her foray into stop motion animation - interchangeable boobs anyone? David and Emma also discuss Instagram feeds they like to follow.In this episode Emma and David talk about:• How they came to be interested in jewellery in the first instance.• How that interest developed over time and how other people's opinions swayed them, or not!• David talks about overcoming the challenge of his colour blindness, particularly when working with stained glass. • More feeds you might like to follow on Instagram.To find out more about Emma and David find them on Instagram, Facebook and their websites. Why not take a look at the upcoming workshops and of course their jewellery collections:Emmainstagram.com/emma.white.jewelleryhttps://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Join David next time as he interviews podcaster and psychologist Krish Surroy while Emma holidays with her family.Want to submit a question? Email us your jewellery (or other) questions to: emmaanddavidslittlegems@gmail.com

In this first episode of Little Gems, David tells us about how he was inspired to create his Menhir collection, by a medicine walk, a cold ear and a load of sheep. Emma witters on about her new studio plus an ongoing commission involving some very fine polishing with cocktail sticks! On a personal level, there's insight into life as a sister of twins from Emma. David talks about his favourite new gemstones and who he believes is worth following on social media.In this episode Emma and David talk about:· Find out a bit of who Emma and David are and how they became jewellers.· The importance of taking time out of our day to day lives to allow creativity to blossom.· How stepping outside the box can give you the inspiration you need to come up with something new.· Who you might like to follow on Social Media.· How to work out technical challenges in innovative ways. · The new ways Emma and David are pushing themselves in their creative practice how that is feeding into their jewellery collections.To find out more about Emma and David find us on Instagram and Facebook and please take a look at our upcoming workshops and of course our jewellery collections:Emmahttps://www.instagram.com/the.jewellery.makers/https://www.thejewellerymakers.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/thejewellerymakersDavidhttps://www.instagram.com/davidjlillyjewellery/https://www.davidjlilly.com/Join us next time for our back stories and how found our way to jewellery.