Sarah L Hamilton jewellery was created in September 2022. Having always loved colour, simplicity and clarity, I began designing geometric, sterling silver shapes filled with shimmering, coloured resin. I wanted the freedom to design and make pieces that were well made, elegant, striking and easy to wear.

I first began making jewellery whilst at school. Friends and teachers ordered from my hand drawn catalogue!
Following a Foundation Course at The Central School of Art and Design, I studied at Middlesex Polytechnic and graduated in 1987. Although specialising in jewellery, I integrated textile elements, particularly knitting, into my work. As part of the course I was lucky to work for the jeweller Alison Baxter and the textile company Artworks. These experiences influenced my final work of handknitted garments joined and adorned in coloured perspex.

Indeed I am using the skills and the tools I gained from Middlesex Polytechnic where I studied in the 1980s. Using resin was new to me but I learned techniques through trial and error and through social media.
Indeed, the world is a very different place now. There was no world wide web when I was training but I have learned to embrace social media and have enjoyed the liberation of creating a 'reel' sharing my processes and work with the world.

In October 2022 I was awarded a small, business grant from Reigate and Banstead Council which I used to buy more workshop equipment and in November sold my first pieces at an arts centre in Havant.

Having now ceased my work as a primary school teacher, I am embarking on more fairs and enjoying the liberation of creating new pieces and discussing my techniques with customers.