Three Things I Learnt in 2021

The time between Christmas and the New Year is my favourite time of year. I love sitting in the dark in the morning with a cup of...

Sustainability and Second Chances

I firmly believe in asking for and being given chances in life. Whether it’s a chance at fulfilling a childhood dream, defending...

First Birthday Ruminations

Yes, that’s right! Halo turned one a couple of months ago, and a professional photo-shoot was a present from Halo to itself. And this is...

Dilemmas and Disappointments

Those of you who follow me on Instagram will know by now that I’ve taken to having a weekly theme. A recent one was dilemmas and...

Of Lines, Ladybirds and Circles

This might sound like the strangest of blog titles for anything to do with jewellery or business, and it certainly isn’t going to do my...

Who Wins? Planning or Reflection?

As 2020 draws to a close, and the Christmas rush dies down, I’m no longer spending all day every day making jewellery and fretting over...

Jewellery Photography - My Pet Peeve

Around this time of year, it’s easy for businesses to get obsessed with the Holiday season, or Christmas, or whatever you want to call...

Starting a Business During a Pandemic

I’m sure many of you would agree that starting a new business during a pandemic is barking mad. Or is it? In my defence, I’d already...

A Lucky Meeting for Halo Jewellery

There’s a movie called Match Point, directed by Woody Allen, which I’d say is well worth a watch. I’m sure you’re wondering where I’m...

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