http://www.rachelswan.com en-gb rachelswan.com 2012-4-16T00:00:00Z rachelswan.com http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#116542 I havent blogged at all in 2012 So heres just a quick update as to what ive been up to this year....As well as taking part in Showcase in January I was chosen by the Crafts Council of Ireland along with nine other goldsmiths to exhibit at Inhorgenta in Munich in February.Im delighted to have two new stockists so far this year in Mayfair London NudeJewellery and closer to home Ardmore Pottery in Waterford.At the moment Im designing new geometric pieces so keep an eye out for new images and theyll be in Design Yard in the next few weeks too.You can follow me on twitter if you want to keep up with me on a more regular basis 2012-4-16 12:57:12 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#108702 This month The Gloss jewellery editor Natasha Sherling featured my Hollow Pearl Ring in Six of the Best in Decembers issue. 2011-12-14 09:50:10 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#108589 Id like to wish all my customers new and returning from the National Crafts amp Design Fair online customers and those who visited the studio over the past year a very Happy Christmas.The last day for online orders is 19th December to make sure you have your pieces for Christmas.The studio will be open until Friday 23rd December for those last minute gifts.Happy Christmas Rachel 2011-12-12 14:20:38 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#107241 If you would like free passes to the National Craft amp Design Fair just send me an email including your postal address and ill pop them in the post this week.Email inforachelswan.com 2011-11-21 15:03:40 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#106846 November is officially Jewellery Month and to celebrate the Crafts Council of Ireland have organised an amazing exhibition in Dublin Airports Terminal 2. The exhibition features 16 of Irelands jewellery makers and Im delighted to be one of those makersDemonstrations will be given throughout the duration of the exhibition.So if youre passing through terminal 2 im a poet and i didnt know ithave a browse and pick up one of the beautiful catalogues and maybe do some Christmas shopping. 2011-11-14 19:17:03 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#102896 The Adornment Edgymonochrome photographic exhibition will launch in Cork this Thursday 22nd September in Designworks Studio.Pop into the gorgeous studio gallery on Cornmarket Street for some Irish coffee and amaretti biscuits on Thursdays launch night.The exhibition runs until 20th October and includes my Cube Pendant which featured in the Adornment shoot and the new Oxidised Orb Collection. 2011-9-20 17:21:02 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#101775 Im delighted to announce that a new collection of my work will be exhibited in Brown Thomas from Thursday September 8th 18th. A special Irish Designers pop up shop will be launched on the night.So if youre out and about pop in and say hello. 2011-9-4 17:24:35 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#100388 RUA REDs Gallery 1 was recently used for filming RTEs Operation Transformation.The gallery looks fab and its inspiring to have a studio in such a dynamic buildingTheres alot of adjectives for you 2011-8-12 19:44:07 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#100165 I have been working on a new collection inspired by the use of triangles in architecture.Made with sterling silver wire this sculptural brooch is carefully built up and oxidised blackened to give a strong silhouette. Looking forward to displaying the entire collectionin the studio and an amazing upcoming exhibition which I will keep you informed of. Watch this space... 2011-8-9 16:07:39 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#99182 Saying goodbye to this pendant today.One of my favourites. I get very attached to some pieces and ill miss this one....It was included in my first exhibition in the National Crafts Gallery in Kilkenny.Its hollow formed and the raised design is on thefront and back which makes it very tactile. 2011-7-26 16:13:48 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#99096 Last weekend I finally got the chance to visit the Adornment exhibition in Leitrim Design HouseAdornment Edgy Monochrome is a collaboration between photographer Agata Stoinska and producer art director Eddie Shanahan.I was delighted that my work was chosen to be photographed for this exhibition and is well worth a visit.Adornment runs until 31st July. 2011-7-25 20:41:50 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#98868 Heres some pieces from the Design Yard Exhibition in their window today. Theres only a few displayed but i always think less is more.... 2011-7-21 15:14:10 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#98184 I have been busy in the last few weeks creating new pieces inspired by this sketch I did a few months ago.The blog has been a bit neglected but new images will be posted soon.... 2011-7-12 10:32:42 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#95838 The Irish Times included a lovely supplement today celebrating the best in Irish Design and I am delighted to be featured. This is a keeper..... 2011-6-10 10:51:00 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#95251 Dont forget Fathers Day is June 19th. If youre looking for a special gift take a look at the Cufflinks collection in the gallery page.More cufflinks are available in my studio so feel free to contact and arrange a visit.Free delivery on all online orders. 2011-6-2 15:20:51 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#95239 Some new work will be on display in the Design Yard Exhibition in June. Pop in to the 1st floor and you can see the new Oxidised Orbs and Cube pendants.I really love the Oxidised Orbs and will post some new images soon.... 2011-6-1 13:04:20 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#94685 I was delighted to see the Year of Craft advert last night featuring my Orb Bracelet along side woodturner Glenn Lucas and ceramicist Karen Morgan. Click on the link above to view the 20 second ad.... 2011-5-24 14:24:04 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#94041 A BIG Thank you to everyone who attended the Foyer and Ornament exhibition at RUA RED on Friday.There was a great turn out and hopefully there will be more craft exhibitions held in the centre. The exhibitions run until June 18th so theres plenty of time to get a visit in and dont forget to pop in to Studio 6 and say hello. 2011-5-16 12:04:20 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#93748 Tomorrow Friday 13th May 2011 is the launch of my Foyer Exhibition where i have new work on display in the reception area of RUA RED where my studio is based. Its my first solo exhibition and im delighted at how its turned outThe exhibitions continues until 18th June and runs along side Ornament an exhibition of brooches designed and made by some of the finest contemporary studio jewellers based in Ireland and the UK. The exhibition highlights current trends and celebrates the rich diversity in European jewellery.Visitors are more than welcome to pop into the studio and say hello 2011-5-12 11:15:08 http://www.rachelswan.com/page12.htm#93179 Welcome to my new website. I will be updating regularly with new pieces and information about exhibitions craft fairs and any interesting news.Feel free to contact me with any queries. 2011-5-5 09:16:21