03/09/2026
A piece from the archive that I've been meaning to share for a very long time. ✨
I made this bespoke memorial ring for Vic in 2024, in memory of her beloved parrot, Yoshi.
This was one of those pieces that became so much more than simply designing and making a ring. We spent a long time together exploring how we could weave Yoshi's story and their connection into something she could carry with her every day.
The pear/egg shape was particularly meaningful to Vic. She has always had a strong affinity with the egg shape, using it in her artwork as a symbol of birth, rebirth and creativity. As Yoshi had also hatched from an egg, it felt like a beautiful symbol of their connection, and the idea of that connection continuing beyond physical life.
The deep green of the emerald represents Yoshi's bright green feathers and his birthstone, whilst the moonstone represents Vic and her birthstone. The bright orange hessonite garnet was chosen to represent her beloved ginger cat, Goblin, who sadly passed as we began designing the ring, so the ring became a piece to hold the memory of them both. 🤍
We also added little details throughout the piece such as hand-engraved elements inspired by Yoshi's feathers, with organic textures across the bands symbolising the branches he would perch on.
There were lots of sketches, ideas, conversations and little changes along the way until the ring felt like a true reflection of everything Vic wanted it to symbolise.
This ring came to be one of my favourite pieces I've ever made, not just because of how it turned out, but because of the whole process of creating it with Vic, and knowing how much meaning this piece would carry. We got to know each other through this piece and have since become dear friends, which makes it even more special.
Creating pieces like this, that hold so much meaning, is such an honour for me an artist. If you have something in mind you'd like to work on together, I'd love to hear from you. Whether it's a meaningful memorial piece, wedding or commitment rings, something to mark a special moment. Get in touch 🫶