Inspired by danish and northern european folk art, the fox's individual design has been etched into the surface of the brooch then completed by a silver mirror heart inlaid into the centre and painted orange and white. The brooch measures approximately 8cm x 4cm
8cm x 3cm
The hare has been laser cut from cherry wood and engraved with an original hand drawn design inspired by the English countryside. It is hand-painted using Farrow and Ball colour then finished with matt varnish.
8cm x 3cm
the hare brooch in denim blue has been cut from cherry wood and engraved with an original hand-drawn design inspired by the english cornfields. it has been hand-painted using eco-friendly farrow and ball paint then finished with a satin varnish
6cm x 2cm
Laser cut and etched wood veneer, based on an original drawing by Sarah. The wood has a lovely rich warm hue and looks very luxurious on all fabrics and colours.
3cm x 10cm
highlighting its exotic plumage, this pheasant brooch is cut from warm-toned cherry wood and engraved with stylised designs inspired by the beautiful patterns of the feathers. the details have then been carefully picked out by hand in a mix of subtle, eco-friendly paints
2cm x 1cm
Cherry wood veneer, Farrow & Ball paint, matt varnish, silver plated posts
2cm x 1cm
Maple wood veneer, Farrow & Ball paint, matt varnish, silver plated posts
2cm x 1cm
Maple wood veneer, Farrow & Ball paint, matt varnish, silver plated posts
3.5cm x 5cm
Hand-painted laser cut and etched cherry wood veneer brooch
4.5cm x 3cm
one of britain's tiniest birds, this brooch is cut from warm-toned cherry wood and engraved with a stylised design inspired by the beautiful patterns of the feathers. it has been hand painted in shades of taupe and white, then distressed to give it an antique and rustic feel.
All pieces are hand made in the UK by designer maker Sarah Kelly. Sarah set up Shark Alley in 2010 to return to hands-on making after several years of working digitally. As a passionate jewellery-lover of many years standing, this seemed a good place to start. Gradually more products have, and will, be added to the family. The medium may change, but her passion for and inspiration of animals, colour and pattern remain constant.
Made entirely by hand using original designs by Shark Alley
The jewellery below are just some of the lovely Sarah Kelly range we have stocked in our shop and each piece is a one-off, so will vary in colour from the one shown but will be just as beautiful. Please contact us for current stock.