Origami is a form of visual sculpture defined by the folding and creasing of paper, the goal of Origami is to create a representation of an object of art and the artist Liz Hamman has achieved this with her stunning new range of Origami jewellery.

The Japanese word origami is a compound of two smaller Japanese words Ori meaning “folding” and Gami meaning “paper” the art of Origami has been taught and practised for centuries and now Liz has brought this skill to the art of jewellery making.

Liz is a mixed media artist and as been designing and making since completing her fine art studies in 2007, her work uses old books, maps, comics in fact any paper product that takes her fancy.

All her pieces are handmade were she uses various methods such has folding, creasing, weaving or stacking to achieve her aims. All the jewellery has been finished with water based lacquer which makes it surprisingly durable. We wouldn’t however advise wearing it in the bath or while swimming or in the case of a bracelet, doing the washing up.

Liz says that a book can become a treasured part of some ones life and she hopes her Origami jewellery will to.

to see her range go to        www.makers-online.co.uk

Accessories, Jewellery, Womenswear, Beauty

East have just launched two great new collections.  The 2010 Denim collection designed for women who love individual, natural fabrics, with an ethnic feel. We remain true to these values today. Our products were then and are now heavily influenced by the time honoured traditions of the Far East incorporating, ‘hand’ crafted embroideries, wonderful evocative prints and vibrant colours to create our distinctive outfits. The collections include soft knitwear for easy layering, beautiful silks and simple linens. Finally, as all our clothes are designed in-house, they are genuinely unique.

http://www.east.co.uk/c/Clothing.htm

And  the Boulevard Collection

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As well as clothing East has a wide range of accessories that are designed to compliment tall their collections. Scarfs are available from just £18, as well as rich coloured belts from £28, necklaces, rings and earings.

http://www.east.co.uk/c/Accessories.htm

Clothing, Womenswear, Collections, Jewellery, Accessories, Handbags

makers-online know that choosing a Valentine gift for the ladies can be pretty difficult so to help make the day a great success and because women always appreciate a gift that comes from the heart they have brought together a range of Valentines jewellery that adds panche to their new Valentines section.

By bringing together three of their top designers they are now offering a selection of fabulous jewellery that will be appreciated and treasured by all who receive it.

makers-online are featuring Kate Hamilton-Hunters beautiful Silver Heart Necklace with complementary Heart Brooch and Silver Heart Earrings.

Kalikats Gold and Silver Valentines collection, Ceramic Brooches from ItsAlchemy adorned with Roses and flowers and much more.

All the pieces are hand crafted making them unique and wonderful Valentines gifts, and to make them that little bit more special they will not be found in any high Street shop.

to view the ranges go to: www.makers-online.co.uk

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