Unique and hand-crafted: Rocks Off Artisan Jewellery
Hannah Wright and Tara Vallance became friends 20 years ago when they found themselves living next door to each other.
A trade certified manufacturing jeweller, Hannah has been making and repairing jewellery for two decades. She loves her work, but the artist within has long yearned to unleash her creativity in her own business.
One night, over a few glasses of wine, the friends hit on a name – Rocks Off Artisan Jewellery – and the business was born from that moment.
“The name is a little cheeky, like us,” Hannah and Tara say. Together they make for a dynamic duo, with Hannah as the maker and Tara as the marketing guru, thanks to Tara’s many years in sales roles.
“Our mission is to make distinctive and unique pieces that can be worn every day. People want different jewellery now – jewellery that speaks to them – who they are.”
Mabé and Akoya pearls, topaz, rubies and black diamonds often feature in Hannah’s works, while her “kinetic” pieces boast quirky movable components that the wearer can have fun with.
Future plans to custom-make on request for niche boutiques and introduce the jewellery into galleries, promises an exciting expansion of this small but mighty business.
