Visitors will be treated to a behind-the-scenes look at a successful jewellery workshop
Vicky Prince at work in the Oresome Jewellery studio(Image: oresomegallery.com)
Fifteen years of creativity, craftsmanship and community is being celebrated by a pair of Hull silversmiths. Vicky Prince and Nicola Fidell Chapman together founded independent studio Oresome Jewellery.
They are now planning a celebration of their anniversary with a special open studio event in October. The milestone marks a decade-and-a-half of designing and hand‑crafting bespoke jewellery, restoring treasured heirlooms, and welcoming customers from across Hull, East Yorkshire and beyond into their creative world.
To celebrate, Oresome will open the doors of its studio, at 18 Watson Street, Sutton, for a relaxed, behind‑the‑scenes experience. On Friday and Saturday, October 23 and 24, visitors will be able to explore limited‑edition pieces created especially for the anniversary; see the workshop in action and chat with Vicky and Nicola about their making process.
People are also invited to bring along jewellery for free quotes on repairs, remodels or bespoke commissions and there will be an opportunity to win some “fantastic” prizes, as well as discovering the stories behind some of Oresome’s most meaningful creations. Vicky said: “Reaching 15 years feels incredibly special.
“We’ve poured our hearts into this studio, but it’s our customers — their stories, their celebrations, their treasured pieces — that have made the journey unforgettable.” Nicola said: “We’re excited to welcome people into the studio, show them what we do, and celebrate the community that has supported us from day one.”
The creatives – Vicky studied for her BA (Hons) in silversmithing and jewellery at The Birmingham School of Jewellery and Nicky studied the same at Sheffield University – have become known for their craftsmanship, attention to detail and passion for jewellery that holds meaning. A current Oresome collection is Hull Fair-inspired and called “Scream If You Want To Go Faster”.
Vicky and Nicola were previously based in a gallery in Hull’s Fruit Market, where they also taught budding jewellery makers – they run courses now in which couples can make their own wedding rings. The rich tapestry of their working life has included everything from mending panto dame Christopher Biggins’ earrings, when he was in town for a show, to repairing a large silver candlestick, from Hull City Council’s civic collection and refurbishing the High Sheriff’s chain of office.
The Oresome open studio event is free to attend and everyone is welcome. It will run on Friday, October 23 from 11am to 6pm and on Sunday, October 24m from 11am to 4pm.
You can find out more about Vicky, Nicola and their work at the Oresome Jewellery website.