Dorset Buttons & Fibre Gems jewellery
Dorset buttons were ,as the name suggests, made in Dorset, England, the centre for button making in the UK in the 18th & 19th centuries. Individually hand made, these buttons were the traditional fastening for the countryman's smocks. Regrettably many of the intricate designs have been lost ,but many, including the most recognisable 'Pinwheel' have survived. I have added two designs of my own - the 'Rose' & the 'Daisy'. Most of the buttons illustrated are 19mm and come in sets of 6 presented on a card. The variegated yarn buttons may not be identical in colour sequence to the photo due to the variations, but overall the selection will be the same.
As I am also interested in jewellery, I saw an opportunity to combine two things I enjoy and 'Fibre Gems Jewellery' was born. I now incorporate beads, crystals & semi precious stones into some of the pieces. Each piece is unique and comes with its own presentation box or bag. Earwires are rolled gold or silver plated. Brooches come on a brooch pin.Sold items are left up to illustrate what can be done, or to help you choose your special piece,for yourself or a friend.
Accessories such as bags may be made to order. Cushions/pictures etc are normally one of a kind. This will be indicated below the photo.
Please use the drop down menu below'Dorset buttons & Jewellery' to select the section you wish to visit.
As I am also interested in jewellery, I saw an opportunity to combine two things I enjoy and 'Fibre Gems Jewellery' was born. I now incorporate beads, crystals & semi precious stones into some of the pieces. Each piece is unique and comes with its own presentation box or bag. Earwires are rolled gold or silver plated. Brooches come on a brooch pin.Sold items are left up to illustrate what can be done, or to help you choose your special piece,for yourself or a friend.
Accessories such as bags may be made to order. Cushions/pictures etc are normally one of a kind. This will be indicated below the photo.
Please use the drop down menu below'Dorset buttons & Jewellery' to select the section you wish to visit.