I was recently asked to create a 9ct white gold pendant to match an existing ring my clients’ daughter had, which was set with a 
beautiful yellow sapphire and diamonds.
I ordered in a selection of sapphires for my clients to choose from to get an exact match with the stone in the ring, and then designed the pendant around it.
I generally use ‘gvs’ quality diamonds in my work and these set the sapphire off very well, small details in yellow gold in the form of ivy leaves and bead highlights decorated the piece.
The shank from a special gold ring my client already had was used to make the pendant bail.
This was a lovely piece to work on, and my thanks go to the clients for the commission.
About Helen Burrell
I am now a Jewellery Designer based in Loughborough , I started my career in jewellery design after doing a year's foundation course at Cheltenham college of Art.
Following on from there I completed a three year degree course in 3 dimensional design at Loughborough college of Art and Design and specialised in jewellery making.
Since then , I have run my own business, 'Helen Burrell Fine jewellery',- and have managed two shops. I have worked as a jewellery tutor, a healer and a bereavement counsellor, and worked with children and young adults in the education system.
I have now been established as a Designer / Goldsmith for over 30 years and I am developing ranges of jewellery as well as continuing my bespoke services. I now have a sister website www.helenburrelljewellery.co.uk where you can see a range of my work and where I have ranges that can be made up to order in your choice of metal and stones. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any enquiries and I will be happy to help. Helen
beautiful yellow sapphire and diamonds.