Things are starting to get busy for Christmas here at APD, with lots of new craft fairs coming up and lots of new jewellery being made. The new designs will make it onto the website eventually but at the moment I’m spending all my time at the work bench creating new ranges and adding to all the old favourites.

Things are so busy that the Open Studio evening which was planned for the 6th November is for the moment postponed. But don’t panic! You can find me through out the festive season at the following events:

I’m now taking commissions for Christmas and will be doing so until the end of November so put your request in now for that perfect gift to arrive before the big day. The absolute last date for commissions will be the 5th of December.

OPEN STUDIO…

First of all, a big Thank You to everyone who came along to the Alys Power Design Open Studio on the 12th July. It was a great afternoon and so much fun I am already planning the next one. It will be an evening of festivity and Christmas shopping on Friday, 6th November. More details will be available soon, see the Open Studio page of the website for more.

COMING EVENTS…

I’ve added loads of new events for you to purchase some fabulous jewellery and craft between now and Christmas, including West Bridgford, Beeston, Lincoln and  Sawley Marina. Full details on the Events page. Don’t forget – the studio is always open by appointment, just email me to arrange a visit.

New Designs…

Brand new designs will be coming online very soon. I’ve been busy busy busy making them and now just need to upload some photos and details. I’ve added new pieces to some of my favourite collections including Recycled Pendants, Recycled Brooches, Silver Sentiments, and Family Album and also created some brand new ranges including Teaspoon Pendants and Vintage Ruler Necklaces. The new designs are on sale now – direct from the studio or at all the craft fairs and markets I’ll be at through the summer.

FOR ONE DAY ONLY THE ALYS POWER DESIGN STUDIO WILL BE OPEN FOR YOU TO COME IN AND SEE WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS!!

There will be brand new jewellery on sale as well as old favourites and also work by a few carefully selected guest makers including, Pinky and Boo, Vintage Reclaimed, Monster Magic and Elefair – have a look at the OPEN STUDIO page for more details on these excellent makers and links to their blogs and websites. The studio will be open Sunday, 12th July from 2pm – 7pm at 13 Mapperley Street, Sherwood, NG5 4DE. – Hope I’ll see you there

LADY BAY OPEN GARDENS JUNE 20TH &21ST

Alys Power Designs jewellery will be on sale at 143 Trent Boulevard during the Lady Bay Open Gardens weekend.

For more information on the Open Gardens Trail go to www.ladybayopengardens.org.uk

“15 wonderfully different local Gardens will be opened to the public, to explore, relax and enjoy. The trail includes gardens (and gardeners) of all shapes and sizes, from family gardens to woodland hide aways, formal gardens to veg patches and green roofs. Its also a great opportunity to meet fellow gardeners who are keen to share their knowledge and enthusiastic efforts – from keen horticulturists & plant addicts to growers of juicy vegetables to perennial potterers.”

The gardens are open 2pm – 6pm and entry to see 15 local and beautiful gardens is only £1.50. Entry to the jewellery sale alone is free but it would be a shame to miss all the other gardens on the trail.

is on the 15th and 16th of May at the Croquet lawn in West Bridgford. With new pieces and old favourites and hopefully some completely new ranges!  The fair is open from 10am til 4.30pm on the friday and saturday.  Looking forward to seeing you there!!

Visit my events page for more places to see me in 2009.

Dates added for this years shows.

New pieces and lines coming soon.

Commissions now being taken

NEW PIECES ONLINE NOW!!

Brand new additions to Rule Breakers, Recycled Pendants, Family Album and Recycled Brooches.

PLUS – an all new Recycled Bangles and Bracelets page.

It seems to get earlier every year but Christmas is fast approaching and I’m working hard to stock up all my galleries and craft fairs. Go to the EVENTS page to find out where you can see my work in the coming months.

Or if you are looking for that special Christmas gift then commission me to make a piece especially for you. Any of the jewellery featured on the site can be adapted and embellished to make a perfect, personalised present. Commissions will be taken from now until October 31st so contact me at alys@alyspower.co.uk to make sure yours is one of them.

WHOLESALE ENQUIRIES

Looking for fantastic, ethical jewellery for your shop or gallery? Order before October 31st to have it in stock for Christmas. Information on buying Alys Power Jewellery is now available online. Try the wholesale page for more information or contact me directly.

New for August 2008 - Time Flies: A collection of pendants and brooches using vintage watches. Each one is embellished with glass beads, swarovski crystal and their own pair of hand decorated, recycled aluminium wings.

And, look in the PENDANTS and FAMILY ALBUM pages for some brand new pieces in those collections.

Welcome to Alys Power Jewellery.

 There are brand new collections online for you to view and purchase -  Nature Study is a collection of garden themed pendants, brooches and earring featuring leaves, twigs, birds and branches made from sterling silver, reclaimed brass and copper. 

Or for something a little more quirky, Walter the Hare pendants and brooches follow the adventure of a 3″ tall hare hand cut from recycled copper water pipes. Cute but curious – Walter is good intentioned but often unlucky.

I’ll be attending some local craft events through the summer – more details under Events.

MORE NEW COLLECTIONS COMING SOON – sign up to the mailing list to be the first to see them, just send your name and email to alys@alyspower.co.uk

Welcome to the world and work of Alys Power. I am a freelance designer and jewellery maker based in Nottingham. 

A lot of my current work uses materials which are reclaimed, reinvented, reused or recycled. Mainly copper, brass and aluminium. These base materials are mixed with beautiful and fascinating found objects, sterling silver and semi-precious stones to create unique jewellery and accessories. 

I also work in sterling silver, making a range of rings, brooches, necklaces and pendants.

Commissions and freelance work are welcome.

For more information on commisions or wholesale orders please contact me at  fabalys@yahoo.com