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Kindred - jewellery as a talismanic representation of the precious gems of your life... Looking for the perfect sentimental occasion gift?   Mother's day, birthday, anniversary, wedding, graduation, leaving present or even self gift. Ideal for celebrating the birth of a child, or life in general, plus ideal for endowing...

Wow - Yes, this is a lot of gemstone info so we have tried to table it as clearly as possible for you! Below you will find information on the following: Birthstones and their history Zodiac Gemstones (most popular and alternative) Monthly Birthstones Anniversary Stones/ Gifts Day Stones Indian Planetary...

As storm Eugene raged outside the workshop I was coincidentaly working on some Monsoon pieces and the words of Vivian Greene came to mind; "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... Life is about learning to dance in the rain." Rain and storms were just the inspiration behind...

Ok, let’s face it we have all pigged out too much in this last year of lock downs - so ditch the chocolates for Valentines and go for a more lasting message of love with a gorgeous heart design jewellery piece! The precious nature of jewellery means that it has...

How could you fail to love something created by Supernovae? As smaller stars explode they produce this greyish white metal we now recognise as silver and from which it is possible to create jewellery that is simply out of this world!

So, how’s everybody doing now the structure of life has changed? Are you holding up? Struggling? Inspired? Changing your outlook on life? Annika Rutlin jewellery is still open during Covid-19 lockdown, but life is certainly not the same. The whole Covid-19 situation, whilst facing people with similar restrictions, must be...

It's funny how new interests come into your life - introducing fresh focus and inspiration. Discovering yoga has made me so happy! Not only has it re-energised my body but it has also impacted my creativity and a new collection. Research into meditation introduced me to White Tara - the...

And suddenly Christmas is upon us! It has been a super active lead up to Christmas with late making night making and dispatching of Christmas orders... so busy in the Annika Rutlin studio that there hasn't been much time for blogging... There is just about enough time for a few...

The evenings are already drawing in and we are always in awe of the wondrous beauty of nature in the English countryside. Autumn mists envelope the coastline, whilst leaves spiral around us, as I walk in the grip of the icy wind hinting at the wintry embrace to come. Foliage...

The source of inspiration for jewellery designs can be many. From a single prompt to an amalgamation of a series of historic ideas or a subconscious gathering of imprints from life. Having visited the amazing island of Gotland in Sweden almost every summer for the annual family gathering, this island...

St. George’s Day! Will you be celebrating Britain’s patron Saint on the 23rd April; we can’t help rooting for the dragon in jewellery form! His emblem is a red cross on a white background; the flag of England which forms part of the British Flag ie. the flag of the...

It's Valentines Day - your chance to be romantic and show the one you love just how special they are, so forget being typical- 63% of men will buy flowers, and chocs can be scoffed at any time. This Valentines invest in something that will last longer than a day....

Timeless jewellery classics to be treasured for life, from the Halo Collection. The Halo Collection has certainly caught the mood and imagination of the day. Angels stand as iconic symbols of guardian spirits or guiding influences so let the wings of this collection guard you safely through life. Your own...

Jewellery is like clothing – regardless of taste, we just don't all suit the same styles! Body adornment in any form should work in synergy with you. It should compliment and flatter, and it is amazing how your body shape affects the way you carry your jewels....much as a beautiful...

The new Star Wars film 'The last Jedi' is due for release on 15th November 2017 but you can connect with some positive silver forces and arm yourself with help from Annika Rutlin. In the words of Obi-wan Kenobi: "The Force is what gives the Jedi his power. It's an...

Who would have thought that a failed assassination attempt on King James I and his ministers during the official opening of Parliament in 1605 would result in the abundant and extravagant celebrations experienced in the UK today. Festivities culminate with the burning of the straw dummy representing Guy Fawkes; the...

 The opportunity to celebrate Halloween in a creative way was too good to miss! So, together with talented photographer Stef Kerswell, Annika Rutlin indulged in a dramatic & spooky photoshoot, with a little additional artistry courtesy of masks by Wintercroft.  So why is this an occasion for dressing up? The name...

British Summer Time (BST) ends in just under 1 weeks time; the clocks will go back by one hour at 2am on Sunday 29th October  2017 as Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) resumes. Luckily, this means an extra hour in bed for most for us! Many people believe Daylight Saving Time...

At Annika Rutlin we love to be inspired by, and investigate, the bountiful spectrum of different shapes within our world of jewellery! Look for Circles Day, always celebrated on November the 2nd, honours the shape of the circle; a form with no beginning or end. Why not use this occasion...

The tail end of Hurricane Ophelia has reached the UK, lashing it with rain and high winds of up to 70mph. We are lucky that it has tamed the worst of its fury and though Britain will be battered it has been largely saved from the devastation such forces can...