by Maura Nicholson
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Name: Maura Nicholson
Email: maura@mauranicholson.co.uk
Site: http://mauranicholson.co.uk/
About: She comes from an artistic background and with a father who was an artist, poet and musician. She studied Craft Design at Southampton Art College and specialized in Jewellery. After leaving college she began to exhibit at various craft fairs such as Alexandra Palace and The Ideal Home exhibition. She now works from her studio on the Isle of Wight, taking inspiration from the fantastic quality of light, with the sound of waves a constant backdrop to her work. Her designs have appeared in You magazine, Elle, Marie Claire, Company, New Woman and Vogue.See Authors Posts (67) on Oct.03, 2009, under Handmade Jewelry

Amethyst, pearl and labradorite earrings in silver
My mum always wore her pearls when she went out in the evening with my dad. My sister and I loved watching her get ready, putting on her powder and lipstick and finally her pearls. She allowed us to rummage through and dress up in her jewels, powder and lipstick. I now use a lot of pearls in my designs, I love them!
These earrings have lilac pearls, more of a pink colour, amethyst and labradorite beads, the silver pieces look a bit like eyes and have a amethyst stone. You can buy this piece from my shop.
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August 27th, 2010 on 12:56 pm
Great text and nice blog.