Historical commission for remarkable new Bishop
During my jewellery career I have been involved in designing and creating many special commissions, all of which have been very memorable. Some of these bespoke commission pieces have been quite historical, such as the two rings I have produced for the Bishop of...
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Rutland has all the ingredients for a picture perfect Wedding
It may sound a little cliched but sometimes it is easy to miss the beauty which is presented before us. Our countryside is some of the finest in the land and the jewel in our county's crown, Rutland Water, provides a sparkling backdrop throughout the seasons. From...
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Things to consider when choosing a wedding ring
There is a temptation to try and make everything match perfectly when it comes to wedding jewellery but really there are no rules. The first piece of wedding jewellery you are likely to receive, your engagement ring, you may have little or no prior knowledge of or...
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Wedding jewellery is about so much more than the ring
The perfect wedding ring is understandably high on the bride or groom's list when planning a wedding but with other wedding jewellery there are so many little details which all help to make things perfect on the big day. For instance no groom's outfit is complete...
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Jewellery which you can fall in love with all over again
Heidi Kjeldsen Ltd is able to recycle your old Gold and gemstone jewellery to create spectacular new and contemporary pieces to suit your unique style. This means that jewellery which you no longer wear can be transformed...
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Repairing a well loved diamond ring
At Heidi Kjeldsen we are often asked to repair treasured pieces of jewellery and make them look as new. This month among others we have been asked to repair a beautiful diamond ring which had become worn over time and suffered a break at a weak point in the shank of...
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Learning new ways with glass jewellery
Heidi has recently had the good fortune to attend a very interesting and inspiring Master Class in a specific technique of glassmaking in Bavaria. The course, led by the very talented Martina Römer at Karina Stieler’s studio was a...
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Create something magical with Heidi using CAD in time for Christmas
Light up the eyes of a loved one this Christmas with an elegantly gift wrapped and exquisite piece of jewellery. Sparkling diamonds, high quality gemstone pieces or highly desirable pearl jewellery will be the thoughtful gift which...
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Jewellery cleaning tips to ensure maximum sparkle…
Razzle Dazzle® A little care and attention can go a long way when looking after your jewellery, as jewellery may lose its shine and lustre over time; this month we have put together some top tips on cleaning and care advice for your jewellery which will help to keep...
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Your chance to win beautiful jewellery with the brand new Heidi Kjeldsen website
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Delicate and feminine pearls full of exotic appeal
Since the dawn of mankind Pearls have been held in awe as one of the world's most captivating natural gems. The birthstone for June, Pearls exude a delicate feminine beauty which has universal appeal; a good quality Pearl necklace can be a treasured and is a...
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Flatteringly Feminine Murano glass jewellery
Murano glass has been around for centuries in different forms and many of the methods and styles of creative glass originate from the small cluster of islands set in the Venetian Lagoon. From the 13th century, Murano was internationally renowned as the centre...
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Breathtaking Beauty fit for a Bishop
Every piece of jewellery I have the pleasure of making offers me the chance to create something beautiful and more often than not unique but every now and again I get the chance to work on a project which is truly inspiring. A few years ago I was invited to design and...
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The rough and the smooth of valuing Diamonds
We immediately think of rarity and quality when valuing diamonds, however, sometimes this is not always the case... Diamonds, like other precious gemstones, have a number of determining factors which are taken into account for the purpose of valuation; there are good...
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Rubies are red, their value: well that depends on quite a lot
Some of the most striking jewellery pieces synonymous with romance are set with sumptuous red Rubies. The birthstone of July, the Ruby has long been associated with desire, devotion and romance, hence making the perfect engagement rings, as well as rings gifted to...
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For the love of jewellery
I have been creating bespoke jewellery in Rutland for 17 years now, with more years previously spent in the Jewellery business in London, and the passion I have always had for jewellery and my business has never diminished. I think a lot of that is to do with how...
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Christmas Sparkle – define the festive party look
It's time to celebrate the year in style, with crisp winter days and chilly nights comes the anticipation of the Christmas party season ahead. Dazzle and shine this festive season with the latest jewellery trends. It's an exciting time for accessories, with a focus on...
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The soaring value of gemstone jewellery and the importance of adequate insurance
In a recent blog we looked at an example of how the dazzling gemstone Tanzanite has soared in popularity. There is a surging appetite for fine gemstone jewellery in the UK, especially for those pieces which burst with uniquely coloured gemstones. The unusual nature...
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