At Oresome there is an understanding that jewellery is not just an accessory, it surprises us, creates experiences and inspires, it represents us for who we are. Introducing Nicola Fidell Chapman.
Tell us about a your typical day?
I get up about 730am and sort the animals out. If I am lucky I get a cup of decaf earl grey tea from my Husband. Get ready for , work check my emails and instagram account. Grab my lunch and head out the door. No two days are the same at Oresome, some days we have appointments with clients to discuss commissions and re models and other days I head straight into the workshop to create some of my own one off pieces. I usually work from designs in my sketchbook. For me using a sketch book is such an important part of my design process. Its where I capture my inspiration for new ideas.
The working day usually ends about 5.30-6pm when we pack up and head home??
How did you become a jeweller?
I have always been fascinated by the function of objects and remember my Dad taking me into antique shops as a young child. I used to take my toys apart and also raid my mum’s jewellery box with the hope of discovering how things had been made. This developed at school and the only classes I really enjoyed were the Art and 3D design classes. I went on to study for a BA (Hons) at Sheffield and graduated in 1986. The journey into the jewellery industry started after that and I have been doing it for almost 30 years and am still as passionate about making.
What’s you passion outside of jewellery?
I love fashion especially shoes and handbags. Next time round I would love to be a shoe designer. I am mad about my animals and have a collection of feral cats waifs and strays and an ever evolving family of foxes.
Have you made anything for anyone famous?
We made a chain of office for Peter Madelson and also gave a necklace to Emma Thompson. Sold a piece of jewellery to Radio 1’s Nick Grimshaw.
Where is your favourite place to visit on Holiday?
I like to travel to different places and don’t really have a favourite. I love Whitby and Robin Hoods bay if I am going somewhere local. Last summer I went to visit Marseille They have a fantastic artists quarter in Le Panier where you can see the artist at work. Making everything from knives to jewellery.
Posted on 23rd Apr 2019 08:51:19 by surrect.media
Tags: Oresome Jewellery.
There is nothing more precious than being left or given a piece of jewellery by a loved one. Sometimes it can be difficult to know what to do with a sentimental piece of jewellery, keep it locked away in your jewellery box or give it a new lease of life and have it re modelled.
At Oresome Nicola and I have been designing and creating bespoke jewellery for over 35 years between us. We regularly get customers asking us to transform old pieces of jewellery into new.
Jewellery has great sentiment and memories intertwined into its past, present and future. Whether it’s a gift from a loved one or a family heirloom that has been passed down from generation to generation.
It’s always such an honour to work on a re modelled piece and to see through the transformation of the jewellery from old to new.
We give the jewellery a new lease of life while keeping this sentiment within the item and incorporating your own unique sense of style. We carefully hand draw design ideas that incorporate all the elements of the original item. Don’t worry you don’t have to have a design in mind, We work closely with you to create your dream piece producing design ideas baised on your requirements.
Whether is a gift from your loved one or transforming an old piece of jewellery into a new one. Carry your loved ones and their memories into the future with a beautifully remodelled piece at Oresome. Want to know more? Get in touch Via our online form.
Posted on 16th Apr 2019 08:37:11 by surrect.media
Tags: bespoke jewellery remodels, custom made jewellery hull.
Ready to put a spring in your step this season? With spring in the air what better excuse to update and enhance your look for the new season ahead with these fun and playful pieces.
Designed and created by Oresome Jeweller and Business Partner Nicola Fidell Chapman, The Tweetie Sweetie Birdie collection is inspired by the farm yard and our clucking friends.
“I have always loved animals, I think that this only grew stronger when as a child our family would often spend our holidays in and around the farm yard. I was always fascinated by the quirky character and movement of chickens, they never failed to amuse me always creating a smile. This was the inspiration for The Tweetie Sweetie Birdie Collection.”
Nicola Fidell Chapman – Jewellery Designer / Maker and Business Partner
This collection is great fun and a fabulous addition to your spring summer look. The range starts from as little as £85.00 for the Chicken pendant with plenty of items to compliment it. Such as this chicken pin, which is perfect on that summer jacket or that brightly coloured summer knitwear.
Each piece of the collection is carefully hand crafted on site at Oresome Jewellery by us. We carefully design and create each piece by hand. We believe that your jewellery should be as individual as you are.
Make a statement this season, ruffle your feathers and stand out from the crowd with these quirky birds.
Posted on 9th Apr 2019 09:50:57 by surrect.media
So you’re getting married! How exciting. What could be more special that making your own wedding rings with us.
Our Wedding ring making course is a private session for you and your partner. We have designed it so that we take you through some of the basic techniques and processes of making each other’s rings. Nicola and I will guide and support you through each process resulting in your final wedding rings.
On the course you will get your hands dirty whilst also getting a behind the scenes look into the world of jewellery making. The course can be booked as an afternoon or morning session on dates to suit you. The session is £500 plus your material costs and hallmarking (get in touch for a free quote)
Top tips for making your wedding rings with us
• Make sure that you book your wedding ring course at least a couple of months before your big day. This gives us plenty of time to send your rings off to be hallmarked should you choose to get this done.
• Come in and see us. We love to chat about your up and coming wedding but also it means we can size your fingers and talk to you about the materials you want to make your rings in.
Making your own wedding rings is great fun and makes your special day even more memorable knowing you have created each other’s ring. Don’t just take our word for it, take a look at Lauren and Joss who made a great video about their wedding ring making experience at Oresome.
Book now or call us to book a date to suit you, we look forward to seeing you.
Love,
Victoria and Nicola
Posted on 2nd Apr 2019 09:53:35 by surrect.media
You know the feeling you have a sparkly piece of new jewellery and love wearing it. The problem is how do you keep it looking great? Here at Oresome we often are asked about keeping your pieces looking like new so we thought we would put our top tips together to help you shine!
Here are a few tips to help keep your pieces looking great!
1. Keep your jewellery wrapped in some acid free tissue paper and an air tight container when you not wearing it. This helps to stop the oxygen from getting to the metal and helps to keep the pieces from tarnishing as quickly.
2. Carefully clean your pieces periodically with a soft toothbrush, some warm water and washing up liquid. Be careful when cleaning pieces with stones in.
3. Invest in a good quality silver or gold cloth. These are impregnated with cleaning solution and will clean away a light tarnish. Rub your jewellery lightly with the cloth and see them come back to life.
4. Always take your rings off when washing your hands or applying hand cream. This will prevent soap and lotions getting behind stone settings and making the stones look dull.
5. For the ultimate sparkle we recommend that you have your items professionally cleaned every so often. Here at Oresome Nicola and I can have your treasured items gleaming in no time!
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We will look forward to hearing from you.
Victoria and Nicola
Posted on 26th Mar 2019 10:07:26 by surrect.media
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We specialise in jewellery commissions including bespoke engagement and wedding bands, remodels and repairs.
