Blog | Jane Orton Jewellery

10 Jun

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From Heirloom to Modern Treasure: The Journey of a Remodelled Diamond Pendant

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janeorton

July 8, 2025

The story began with an heirloom diamond brooch This jewellery had quite the journey. It started life as a diamond brooch, full of sentimental value but not something my client wore. Once worn by my client’s grandmother, the brooch featured several beautiful diamonds. Some years before, my client h...

24 Jan

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Mother’s Day Handmade Jewellery Gift Ideas From £20

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janeorton

January 25, 2023

I love being spoilt by my three sons on mother's day, and it feels great when they seek out something a bit different as a present. I wonder if most mums enjoy the feeling that someone has been conscientious when selecting a gift for them? I thought I'd make it easy for you to find something unique ...

01 Oct

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Handmade Jewellery Gifts Your Bridesmaids Will Treasure Forever

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janeorton

October 3, 2022

They are the women who’ve been in a constant presence in your life, through the tears and laughter, so what higher honour than to ask them to be your bridesmaids? It’s a role that comes with many duties, and a long-standing tradition to thank your bridesmaids for their support on your big day is to ...

23 Aug

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The Inspiration Behind My New Alpaca Jewellery Collection

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janeorton

October 27, 2022

I'm so excited to share with you my new handmade Alpaca charm jewellery. I have often taken inspiration for my designs from the flora and fauna surrounding me at home in rural Derbyshire, and it is no different for this collection. The fun jewellery range is modelled on two very special alpacas belo...

18 Jul

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Five Ideas For Upcycling & Remodelling Sentimental Jewellery

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janeorton

June 10, 2025

Many clients have asked me; what can be done with the jewellery I have had for many years and no longer wear. Could I remodel pieces that they have inherited from a loved one that do not fit them or suit their style? The answer is yes. In fact, I take great pleasure in the challenge of upcycling jew...

12 Nov

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Handmade Jewellery Christmas Gift Ideas From £30

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janeorton

December 11, 2024

If you're seeking out presents with more meaning, more ethics and more of a story behind them, then handmade jewellery is an ideal solution. From stocking fillers to extra special gifts, all of my jewellery is created from recycled or responsibly sourced silver in my Derbyshire workshop. My designs ...