When working with semi-precious stones it's easy to get inspired by the material itself. Ocean jasper is a perfect example, with it's varying colours and orb-like patterns. Since finding the ocean jasper slab pictured above, I've been keeping an eye out for similar hued gemstones. The rope necklace on the far left features a beautiful piece of ocean jasper with spotted patterns resembling something of a deep sea nature. Sadly, it’s the only one I have at the moment, but I’m on the lookout for more!

gemstone and brass bracelets

twisted rope and ocean jasper necklace

New in the shop this week is a faceted citrine necklace with long braided cord. Although orange is usually associated with autumn, in lighter shades it’s a colour that makes me look forward to sunny spring days. Hopefully we'll be seeing more of those soon!

pink opal and brass necklace | orange calcite necklace | faceted citrine bracelet

 faceted citrine and braided cord necklace

I’m looking forward to sharing some of the new things I've been working on, but before then, here is a selection of favourites gathered from the past year. Amethyst and marble, with rope, brass and a few other pale-hued stones...

opal, jasper and brass necklaces | amethyst, marble and rope necklaces

twisted rope and marble necklace

natural marble nuggets | sketchbook inspiration (image credits 1,2)

braided rope and natural marble necklace

marble, brass and green opal earrings

twisted rope and amethyst necklace

amethyst and brass bracelets | rope and amethyst necklace

jasper and brass necklace | pink opal and brass necklace

For anyone who has been waiting for the fabric necklaces to be restocked, a new batch is finally ready! The fabric and mesh necklace, pictured centre, is a new style inspired by this sample. After coming across the image on my flickr, I couldn't resist recreating it as a smaller version. The necklaces will be available from tomorrow in limited quantities, with prices starting from 23 GBP.

Marie Hochhaus is a photographer living and working in Hamburg, Germany. I came across her work over a year ago on flickr and have been following ever since. Marie has a wonderful talent for capturing light and emotion within her photographs, creating images with both a serious and playful appeal. Such a pleasure to see a selection of my jewellery featured in one of her shoots! photography by Marie Hochhaus styling, hair and make up by Christiane Schwambach jewellery by The Vamoose model: Juliane@modelteam credit: all images courtesy of Marie Hochhaus links: Marie's flickr | website | facebook