Meet the Team
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Behind every workshop, every finished piece, and every shared moment at North West Jewellery School is a passionate team of makers, teachers, and creatives.
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We believe jewellery-making should feel inspiring, supportive, and accessible - whether you’re picking up tools for the first time or developing your craft further. Our team brings years of experience, patience, and a genuine love for what they do, creating a relaxed environment where creativity can flourish.
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Get to know the faces who will guide you, encourage you, and celebrate every finished piece right alongside you.
Suzanne
Favourite thing about teaching:
Giving people courage in their creativity and allowing them to reconnect with the creative side of their brain. I get joy from seeing how empowered people feel and the sense of achievement that they have when they leave the studio.
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Most enjoyable thing about making jewellery:
I enjoy the learning… the constant development and ability to try new things, knowing that whatever I create will not be time wasted but always skills gained.
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How did you know that jewellery making was for you?
I can’t explain how I knew, it was just a feeling, an obsession, a need to do it ALL the time and then there was no going back. It has become an extension of who I am and I LOVE it.
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Studio drink of choice?
Strong filter coffee with milk ;) Sometimes a tea with honey if I am feeling like I need a hug in a mug!
Studio biscuit of choice?
Definitely an Orange Club!
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Favourite gemstone?
Controversial choice but I am obsessed with Larimar! I also love a Sapphire.
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One interesting fact about you…
I love extreme sports!
Lottie
Favourite thing about teaching:
The looks of achievement on a student's face when finishing a piece they think is beyond them.
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Most enjoyable thing about making jewellery:
You lose yourself in the making, get time to switch off from life and just create
How did you know that jewellery making was for you?
As soon as I made my first piece in silver it just clicked with me, watching the solder flow is exciting and polishing an ugly duckling into a swan to make the finished piece is really satisfying
Studio drink of choice?
Tea
Studio biscuit of choice?
Anything with chocolate!
Favourite gemstone?
Sapphires, hard as nails and lots of colours to choose from.
One interesting fact about you…
I hate feet
Eleanor
Favourite thing about teaching:
Seeing people who thought they were not creative positively glow when they realise that they have made something beautiful.
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Most enjoyable thing about making jewellery:
Being able to craft an item that can provide joy for a long time. I sometimes just look through my jewellery box, seeing the items and smiling because they still bring me happiness to see them.
How did you know you that jewellery making was for you?
Having tried many different arts and crafts, there is something about the construction techniques and the outcomes of making jewellery that really appeals. It is finer than other practical activities, more 3D than drawing, is something you can wear and have with you and more permanent than fabric crafts.
Studio drink of choice?
Coffee
Studio biscuit of choice?
Gold bar
Favourite gemstone?
Opal
One interesting fact about you..
I breed tiny tiny blue shrimp as a hobby
Eleanor
Favourite thing about teaching:
Seeing people who thought they were not creative positively glow when they realise that they have made something beautiful.
Most enjoyable thing about making jewellery:
Being able to craft an item that can provide joy for a long time. I sometimes just look through my jewellery box, seeing the items and smiling because they still bring me happiness to see them.
How did you know you that jewellery making was for you?
Having tried many different arts and crafts, there is something about the construction techniques and the outcomes of making jewellery that really appeals. It is finer than other practical activities, more 3D than drawing, is something you can wear and have with you and more permanent than fabric crafts.
Studio drink of choice?
Coffee
Studio biscuit of choice?
Gold bar
Favourite gemstone?
Opal
One interesting fact about you..
I breed tiny tiny blue shrimp as a hobby
Eleanor
Favourite thing about teaching:
Seeing people who thought they were not creative positively glow when they realise that they have made something beautiful.
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Most enjoyable thing about making jewellery:
Being able to craft an item that can provide joy for a long time. I sometimes just look through my jewellery box, seeing the items and smiling because they still bring me happiness to see them.
How did you know you that jewellery making was for you?
Having tried many different arts and crafts, there is something about the construction techniques and the outcomes of making jewellery that really appeals. It is finer than other practical activities, more 3D than drawing, is something you can wear and have with you and more permanent than fabric crafts.
Studio drink of choice?
Coffee
Studio biscuit of choice?
Gold bar
Favourite gemstone?
Opal
One interesting fact about you..
I breed tiny tiny blue shrimp as a hobby
Angela
Favourite thing about teaching:
Seeing the students attentive faces and such enthusiasm for making new pieces.
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Most enjoyable thing about making jewellery:
I have developed a greater pride in myself and I just love seeing my hard work come together, it gives me a huge sense of wellbeing.
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How did you know you that jewellery making was for you?
When I tried to fix my own huge bag of broken necklaces, I found it very therapeutic and decided to purchase some kits to make myself and started to design my own jewellery and for the first time ever, I was loving what I was doing and it helped me to realise that I really was passionate about jewellery making and wanted to pursue it as a career.
Studio drink of choice?
I’m going to go all boring and say water but on the odd occasion I’ll have a milkshake.
Studio biscuit of choice?Definitely a milk chocolate digestive but I can never stop at one so it’s about 4!
Favourite gemstone?
It has to be an opal, such gorgeous colours. It’s hard to choose just one favourite.
One interesting fact about you…I was the deputy mayoress of Pendle, probably the youngest ever too.
Our Approach
At the North West Jewellery School, we believe creativity thrives in a supportive and relaxed environment. Whether you're a complete beginner or developing existing skills, our teaching style is hands-on, encouraging, and tailored to each individual.
We keep our groups small so you receive personal guidance at every stage - from your first design idea to polishing your finished piece. There’s no pressure, no intimidation, and no expectation of prior experience - just expert tuition, quality materials, and the space to enjoy the process.
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Above all, we want you to feel proud of what you create.
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Ready to experience it for yourself?
Explore our workshops and courses, and come and meet the team in the studio - we’d love to welcome you.