Hello there!

 

I'm Alf and I am the designer/maker behind 'The Soldersmith'. 

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I create bold and raw sterling silver jewellery that is authentic, handmade and created from 100% recycled materials. My pieces are sometimes unconventional, but always un-fussy and uber-wearable.

 

I believe that jewellery should be an extension of your personality, and that's why I create pieces that are as unique as you are.

 

Shop the collection today and find the perfect piece to express your individuality.

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• Shop
   

• Instagram (photos of workshops and designs that I'm currently working on)
   

• Gallery (for inspiration)

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If you'd like to experience Silversmithing for yourself, take a look at the Workshops page.

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BACKGROUND AND INSPIRATION

I grew up in South Devon, on a large school estate where my father was the headmaster. It was an idyllic childhood, with seemingly endless days on the school beach, snorkelling, swimming and building dens, followed by evening marshmallow campfires (interspersed with school, homework and chores, of course!).

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Those much-cherished memories have inspired my Rockpool Collection - the imposing graphite grey of the cliff faces, combined with the bright blues of small hidden rockpools and all their colourful contents of seaweed and mesmerising tiny sea creatures.

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I'm also inspired by bold, confident women—especially my two great-aunts, who rocked huge necklaces and stunning earrings. They believed you couldn't be fully dressed without lots of jewellery!

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You'll also find influences from Brutalist architecture in my pieces. I love the stark industrial boldness those structures display and have tried to recreate some of it in the work I produce.

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I now live in Kent and have a purpose-built studio at the top of my garden, built entirely from recycled materials.

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My silversmithing adventure began in 2008 with a fun one-day ring-making course. By 2013, juggling a busy London job made it tough to attend evening classes, so I started teaching myself, taking occasional 'formal' classes to learn specific techniques.

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In 2021, I took the leap and left my 32-year career as an Executive Assistant to pursue my passion full-time. Fast forward to 2024, and I'm now teaching four classes a week at the very same adult education centre where I started!

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I create unique, statement pieces with rich textures and clean lines. Delicate and dainty isn’t my style - I love drama and experimentation too much!

 

My jewellery isn’t for everyone (sorry, delicate and dainty lovers!), but if you appreciate bold unique designs that make a statement, then WELCOME!

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Alf x

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