Flag drop blue topaz earrings Annie Smits Sandano Julie Hoskin-Brandt's process moves from

Julie Hoskin-Brandt's process moves from the spark of an idea to shaping metal with fire and texture

The bellbird with its melodious song

embracing the concept of perfect imperfection

and self worth

It is a gift to give children the tools to know how to recognise what they truly feel and that is it okay to feel all emotions

Flag drop blue topaz earrings Annie Smits Sandano Julie Hoskin-Brandt's process moves from18ct sterling silver bimetal with square cushion cut blue topaz on french hooks 32mm drop including hooks 'I am absolutely addicted to the process of making jewellery from creating a design concept, applying it to a piece of metal, forming it, using fire, texture and at times, adorning with semi precious gems to create a unique piece. I love the flash of colour as light passes through a gem; the shimmering reflection of light as it hits textured