Katy started making beads and other glass jewellery by lampwork – heating up special glass in the flame of a strong blowtorch which is formed around a clay coated mandrel, and then transferring to a kiln to anneal the glass. She also works with silver to create bracelets from whole sets of beads, as well as pendants using special “focal” beads.

In a short space of time, Katy has learned how to make some fantastic glass beads but also, I think, she has managed to put in some originality of her own and produced some really beautiful designs. The lovely thing about lampworked beads is they are all unique and lovingly handmade, so there is always a handmade feel and creative element of the artist.

She has begun to sell these on Etsy if you feel the desire to own such a nice piece of handmade glass, or even an entire bracelet of handmade beads.