I love the idea of being able to play with jewellery, to combine different pieces, whether that's choosing earrings to wear with a necklace or selecting rings that can be worn together. To be able to take this a step further, and design pieces that allow the wearer to detach elements of a design to be worn in different ways, really adds value and versatility to a suite of jewellery.

Over the last four years, I have had the pleasure to work with a client whose vision, eye for detail and appreciation of the technical skills required to make such a piece has taken us on an exciting journey. In collaboration with master goldsmith Mike Hambling the client and I have created a spectacular suite of jewellery.

The idea came after a diamond and citrine drop earring was damaged making it unwearable. At that time, I had a beautiful diamond and detachable freshwater pearl necklace. My client loved the piece and the fact that the pearl could be detached. Between us, we came up with the idea of salvaging the damaged earring, having it re-cut and polished and made into a detachable pendant which could be worn with the necklace.

Alterations and additional diamonds were set along the necklace and an additional necklace in the form of a simple pendant was designed which mirrored the diamond set top from the original pair of earrings. This addition to the collection offered the client a less elaborate pendant on which to hang the Citrine.

A pair of matching citrines was sourced to replace the earrings and the remaining earring from the original pair, was made into a beautiful pendant for the client's daughter.

Given the wonderful versatility of the suite, further additions have been added which include a stunning Tahitian pearl and diamond drop and most recently a Tanzanite and diamond drop.