Wild in the City

1. Papier-mâché Diamond Brooches by Bvbblegvm
2. Table Mountain Artwork by Elsabé Milandri, Ceramic Bunny by Chandler House
3. You Are My Safe Place Card by Ruschka Du Toit
4. Geometric Gilt Studs by Smith Jewellery
5. Dassie T-shirt by judith+kevin
6. Kudu 'Trophy' by Head On Design
7. Ceramic Bunnies by Sootcookie
8. Brass & Silver Deco Dance Necklace by Schwarzie
9. Horse Pop-Up Card by Simple Intrigue
10. Silver Flamingo Tie Clip by Eon Hoon
11. Cape Town Ambigram Letterpress Print by judith+kevin
12. Silver, Pearl & Quartz Necklace by Schwarzie
13. Blue Swallows Tealight Shade by Sharon Boonzaier Design
14. Botcem PPC Cement Laptop Bag by the WREN design
15. Leaving the City Illustration by Alex Latimer

Into the Woods

1. Wooden Planter Bunnies by Design Werkstatt
2. Klipspringer Cushion by Fairy Caravan, Cushion Cover by Skinny Laminx
3. Scalloped Gilt Studs by Smith Jewellery
4. Brass Circle Necklace by A Bird Named Frank
5. Flying Foxes iPad / Tablet Sleeve by the WREN design
6. Fox & Bunny Illustration by Intaglio Prints
7. Raw Oak Cheese Boards by MOKO
8. Wooden Bird Studs by Design Werkstatt, Bird Placemat by Handmade By Me
9. Mixed Metal Necklace by Forever Love
10. Hand-painted Brooch by Picnic Ceramics
11. Man and Pigeon Illustration by Patrick Latimer

Fathers Day 2015

We've rounded up some of our handsomest gifts for Fathers Day on the 21st June -

why not treat your dad to something stylish, useful and made right here in South Africa!

Collapsible Laptop Stand by Unfayzdesign, R390

Pistol, Cowboy and Moustache Gilt Cufflinks by Smith Jewellery, R295 - R345 per pair

Printed Paper iPad/Tablet Sleeves by the WREN design, R340 - R405

Printed Glass Coasters by Cabo Design, R50 each

Illustrated A4 Art Print by Jaco Haasbroek, R565

St Silver T-Rex Tie Clip by Eon Hoon, R460

Raw Oak Cheese Boards by MOKO, R65

Gilt Soldier Tie Pin & Matching Gilt Cufflinks by Smith Jewellery, R1140 for the set of 3

Viking Ceramic Bowl by Sessi Bee, R295

Dippy Egg Board by Alice May Designs, R250

May Inspiration : Moments of Light

1.  Letterpress Card by judith+kevin
2.  Brass & Silver Necklaces by A Bird Named Frank & Transcendence Print by Dave Roberston
3.  Leather Fan Earrings by White Rabbit Days
4.  Sawed Brass Rings & Beaten Brass Tribal Cuff by Smith Jewellery
5. & 6.  The Tale of How by The Blackheart Gang
7.  Hand Block-Printed Cushion Cover by Henri Kuikens
8.  Laser-cut Wooden Earrings by Daze
9.  St Silver Fawn Necklace by Reverie Designs
10.  Pale Mountain Journey Illustration by Lovely Sweet William
11.  Oxydised St Silver Wishbone Necklace by Eon Hoon Jewellery
12.  Pale Cross Journey Illustration by Lovely Sweet William

February Inspiration

1. Pink Bunny by Sootcookie Ceramics, Two Tone Heart Necklaces by  Inge Marais Jewellery, Card by Bvbblegvm, Wooden Stand by JA!
2. Secret Ninja Card by judith&kevin,
3. "I love you like" Necklaces by Inge Marais Jewellery
4. Postcard by Tatjana Buisson Design
5. Lingerie by Mieks Knickers
6. Flamingo Tie Clip by Eon Hoon Jewellery
7. Original Drawing for #Make1toTake1 at KIN on Kloof
8. Perspex & Fabric Bowties by Tied Up
9. Illustration by Lovely Sweet William
10. Small Wooden Africas by MOKO, Delicious Napkins by Nelle
11. Silhouette Necklace by Offbeat Melody
12. Gilt Bear Cufflinks by Smith Jewellery
13. Heart Studs by Forever Love
14. Illustration by Lovely Sweet William

Fresh in February:

Pop in to KIN on Kloof to be a part of #Make1toTake1 - an epic art swap that will run until the end of the month. Be brave and create a small drawing / doodle / some wise words, and in return, pick an original piece that someone has drawn for you and that's just waiting for you to come in and choose it from our windows. Read more about it here.

Almost here!

1. Mini Wooden Trees by Design Werkstatt; Paper Star Garlands by Amelie
2. Fabric Pouch by Henri Kuikens
3. Wooden Reindeer Ornaments by Design Werkstatt
4. Stamped Brass Leaf Necklaces by Inge Marais
5. Table Mountain Cheese Board by MOKO
6. Freestanding Paper-cut Tree by Artymiss
7. Advent Calendar by JA!
8. Wooden Dippy Egg Board by Alice May Design
9. Happy Coaster Set by Mocholoco
10. Christmas Cards by Patrick Latimer
11. Spoon Table Runner by YumYum
12. Cement Bowls by All Things Authentic; Jewellery by: Offbeat Melody, Smith Jewellery, Tessa J Kelly, Long Jean Silver, A Bird Named Frank

Summer Loveliness!

1. Artist of Life Affirmation Card by Soulshine Cards
2. Toucan Cushion Cover by Schwarzie TM
3. Leather Curve Earrings by White Rabbit Days
4. Handmade Felt Apples by Skaapie
5. Thought Card by Simple Intrigue
6. Humming Bird Tealight Candle Shade by Sharon B Design
7. Carmen Illustrated Print by Maria Magdalena
8. Ceramic Star Bowls by Clay Creations
9. Tree of Life Necklace by Starbright Girl
10. Silver & Enamel Studs by Long Jean Silver
11. Happy Landing Card by Dave Robertson
12. Gilt Tie Pins by Smith Jewellery
13. Nature's Confetti Cushion Covers by Schwarzie TM
14. Paper & Origami Flowers by Schwarzie TM & White On Rice

the #RemakeChallenge : Fashion Photoshoot : Leandra du Bruyn with Smith Jewellery

These are the stunning images from the official Remake Challenge photoshoot held at the Cape Town Fashion Council with SDR Photo / Simon Deiner. All jewellery by Anna Raimondo of Smith Jewellery and all outfits by Leandra du Bruyn who won second place in this year's Remake Challenge.

Anna & Leandra at The Remake Challenge Awards Evening, image by Marguerite du Plooy

For more images of Anna's designs click here 

For more info on the Remake Challenge click here

The #RemakeChallenge : And the winner is...

Nikki from Live Eco opens the evening

After months of watching the fashion designers transform their initial ideas into real, wearable garments and our KIN jewellery designers work to complement their ideas, the winners were announced last Thursday night at an elegant awards evening held at Selections Warehouse in Wembley Square.

Tas, Chantal and Karen looking oh-so glamourous

And the winners for the fashion section are (...drumroll...)

Liam Power - First Prize (centre right)

Leandra du Bruyn - Second Prize (second from the right)

Nicole Smith - Third Prize (third from the right

Nikki Stear of Live Eco with Liam Power

Gillian Fuller moments before her fashion designer, Liam, is announced as the First Prize Winner

 

Chantal Louw (centre) with Gillian Fuller, Eon Hoon, Anna Raimondo, and Karen Schwarz  : 4 of the +-120 reasons why we love what we do so much <3

What a wonderful collaboration it has been! Not only did we grin uncontrollabley with pride as our own KIN jewellery designers did what they do best and presented really gorgeous collections for the competition's budding designers, but we also learned so much about sustainability and buying consciously from Nikki of Live Eco and many of the Remake Challenge's inspiring sponsors and affiliates. We can't wait for next year!

All photographs in this post by Marguerite du Plooy

The #RemakeChallenge : Smith Jewellery teams up with finalist Leandra du Bruyn

Brass Organic Oval Wreath Necklace by Anna Raimondo

We paired KIN jewellery designer Anna Raimondo of Smith Jewellery with Remake Challenge fashion finalist Leandra du Bryn as the work of both designers has a simple, elegant focus with a subtle play on textures and pattern.From the very start, Anna has had a clear vision of what and who Smith Jewellery is, and the standard of quality that it embodies. It has been such a privilege to watch her collections grow and develop into the incredible brand that they form today.

The hand-crafted luxury of Smith stems from Anna's attention to each element of a piece - everything is made by her hands and is unique in its natural intricacy. For her inspiration, Anna draws from the multitude of textured cultures and environments that she encounters when she follows her second passion - travelling. Each trip away results in a cornucopia of gathered ideas that she can bring into shape and form when back in her studio.

Leandra du Bryn's inspiration board for the Remake Challenge

  What Leandra's says about her transparency collection for the Remake Challenge:

"I firstly, really looked at the Ford EcoSport and searched for something to use from the car. The fact that there are so, many different textures combined in the car inspired me to also create a variety of textures in my designs. I gained most of my inspiration from the Ford EcoSport and especially used the tire track pattern in my designs. The spare wheel at the back of the car made me think of the pattern of cotton crochet and therefore I also incorporated it a lot, which linked to the transparency theme."

Oxydised Sterling Silver & Brass drop Earrings and Brass Studs by Anna Raimondo

From a pair of small stud earrings to the most complicated avant garde necklace, Anna has a signature style. There is playfulness in the delicate balance between the clean lines of contemporary minimalism and the elegance of organic form. Each design speaks of an usual hand-picked history while maintaining a light classical elegance.

Leandra's fashion drawings for her Remake Challenge submission

Brass Organic Oval drop Earrings & Necklace by Anna Raimondo

Oxidised Sterling Silver Hollow Oval Ring and Necklace by Anna Raimondo

For the Remake Challenge pieces, Anna used gleaming polished brass and matte oxydised sterling silver which compliments and heightens Leandra's neutral palette. We love how, when put together, Anna's pieces add hints of richness and shimmer to the soft textures and layers of Leandra's outfits.

Brass Organic Oval Necklace & Ring by Anna Raimondo

 

Anna Raimondo (left), Leandra's lovely model (centre), Leandra du Bruyn (right) at the Remake Challenge Photography Shoot

More pictures on Anna & Leandra's collaboration coming soon!

But for now :

Read more about the Remake Challenge here!

Follow Smith Jewellery on Facebook here!

The #RemakeChallenge : The Jewels Behind the Cameras

It began with strong coffee...and now we understand why! As a part of Live Eco's Remake Challenge, the fashion & object finalists took part in a professional photoshoot at the Cape Town Fashion Council today. The contestants had to interact with renowned photographer Simon Deiner, models, make-up artists, hairdressers, assistants, and sponsors - all on a very face-paced, professional level.

Amid the exciting, well-dressed flurry - after months of anticipation - the beautiful pieces designed by five of our KIN jewellery designers for the five fashion finalists, were unveiled. And my-oh-my did they look glorious! Here is a little taste of our experience at the shoot and what you can expect to see more of from our jewellery designers:

Brass Cuff by Schwarzie for Anke Nel

Professional hair & make-up takes no time at all if you're as skilled as these talented artists!

Brass & Pencil Crayon Ring by Eon Hoon for Kelly Ricardo

Kelly Ricardo with her model

Elaborate Brass Neck Piece by Anna Smith for Leandra du Bruyn

The shoot was held at Cape Town Fashion Council who also host numerous exciting workshops from financial management to introductory shoe-making - fascinating & definitely worth a visit!

Copper & Resin Forgotten Age Rings by Inge Marais for Nicole Smith

Never listen to those who say modelling is easy - huge respect for such beautiful faces who can keep their cool under the pressure!

Beaded Neck Piece by Gillan Fuller for Liam Power

For more info on what the #RemakeChallenge is all about, have a look at this blog post, or follow the links below: