Fairytale Collection

After a successful succession of fairs and events last year I have updated my Fairytale collection to include all of my best sellers.  Each piece has been designed so that you can mix and match each accessory with your wardrobe.

One of my favourites are the REMI earrings and JESSICA ring which goes together beautifully and will dress up those summer outfits.

JESSICA RING

REMI EARRINGS

The popular SKULL bracelets have been extended to include a semi-precious range which I love to pile up for everyday wear.

The pretty MADE WITH LOVE bracelets have also been extended to include a semi-precious range to include, Black Onyx, Howlite, Tiger Eye and Hematite.

MADE WITH LOVE BRACELETS

The new range include lots of charms, crystals and stones that will add a touch of magic to your jewellery box.

Each item is available to buy online at www.elishafrancis.com

Behind the scenes at my Fairytale Photo Shoot

Models pose in the NEW Princess necklaces 

I have finally managed to squeeze in a photo shoot with my favourite photographer Simon Richardson.  This time I wanted to create some beautiful images that would showcase my new collections created for my website.

Nicquel is getting her make-up done by the lovely Riffat

The lovely Riffat was the make-up artist on the shoot and she made the models look absolutely GORGEOUS!

I had two stunning models Nicquel and Faith, both of which worked amazingly together!

Moodboard for shoot

As always I created a moodboard for the shoot to help everything run smoothly and let the team see my vision for the day.

As you know I love, love, love a hint of vintage elegance, so I wanted to try out these  head wraps to help set the mood for the jewellery shoot.  Faith was great in creating the folded effect in the silk scarf and worked the look.

I can't wait to show you the final images but until then check out the NEW Fairytale and Princess collections by here.

     

Pop-up Boutique

POP-UP BOUTIQUE

Date: 3 JANUARY to 8 January 2012

Location: The Cornershop, Craft Central, 21 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0DX

Opening Times:

Tue 6-9pm (Preview evening with light refreshments, & filming for new video blog)

Wed-Fri 12-7pm

Sat 12-6pm

Sun 12-4pm

Elisha Francis is creating a pop-up boutique in the heart of Clerkenwell to showcase a selection of her vintage inspired jewellery.

Selected jewellery will feature in the SAMPLE SALE with up to 50% off.

The preview evening on Tuesday will be filmed for the next edition of Elisha's video blogs

So come down, meet the designer, find out about her inspirations and share your views on camera!

Autumn News

This month I have returned to university to start Level 2 of my BA in Jewellery Design.  It has been a challenge adjusting back to student life but I think this term the projects are going to fit in nicely with the business side of things.

I have been given four projects which include, a Goldsmith competition, a batch production project, textiles for jewellers and my last project requires me to look at myself as a brand and think about how my jewellery designs translate to my target customers.

When I think of ELISHA FRANCIS JEWELLERY, I think of vintage glamour mixed with a modern London edge.  I love classic pearls against rich black tones like black onyx and jet swarovski.  

This is evident in my CONTRAST collection and is something which I would love to develop.

AUDREY NECKLACE: BLACK ONYX & SWAROVSKI PEARLS
PHOTO BY NEON PHOTOGRAPHY

DOROTHY RING: SWAROVSKI CRYSTALS, BLACK ONYX & SWAROVSKI PEARLS
PHOTO BY NEON PHOTOGRAPHY

ALEXANDRA HEADDRESS, AUDREY NECKLACE & TAYLOR BRACELET
PHOTOGRAPHY BY RASA.

Last week I had a meeting with a lovely man called Patrice from a company called Inspirational Ideas who really helped me to re-focus and understand the next steps necessary in progressing as a designer and a business.  Before I met with Patrice, I was feeling very overwhelmed by the amount of work I needed to do for my business and for my degree.  When I am feeling a bit lost I always turn to one of my closest cousins Shaun White who is a music artist and entrepreneur.  He is so focused and driven and so good at making things happen.  He put me in contact with Patrice and it was just what I needed, someone from outside to look at what I am doing and give a good honest advice.

On Saturday the 15th of October it would have been my Grandma Merl's birthday.  She is the woman who inspired my love and passion for the hollywood movies and the glamourous vintage style. And it is so beautiful to know that through my jewellery designs we are still connected.

So I knew Saturday was going to be a wonderful day at Oval market,  everyone was out enjoying the Autumn sun, children were playing in the leaves and it turned out to be my best trading day at the market to-date.  The lovely Cola Bling passed down to pay me a visit and she is such a vibrant character and so lovely to work with.  Last night she wore some of my jewellery to Screen Nation so I am excited to hear all about the event.

So today I feel focused and back in control and very excited to start planning my next steps to success!

Video Blog Part 2

CHECK OUT PART 2 OF MY VIDEO BLOGS FROM MY VINTAGE INSPIRED PHOTO SHOOT.  THE GORGEOUS GABRIELLE IS SIMPLY STUNNING IN HER VINTAGE PRINCESS OUTFIT.

SEE MORE OF MY YOUTUBE VIDEOS:

ELISHA FRANCIS YOU TUBE

Video Blog

CHECK OUT MY FIRST VIDEO BLOG!

I have entered the world of youtube and it is a crazy place.

But I have seen some amazing videos on there and I thought it would be a great place to show you a little bit more about myself and what I am doing.

Please check it out and let me now what you think!

A special thank you to everyone who helped put this together, check out their links below.

Producer: Deli Boy Productions

Music: SoFull Music Group

Photographer: Simon Richardson

Events and Fairs

The last couple of months I have been booked up at fairs, markets and events trying to raise the ELISHA FRANCIS JEWELLERY brand.
It has been tough, lots of early morning starts to set up my mobile boutique.

GREENWICH MARKET 

But I have to say it's been great, I can see first hand which pieces are the best sellers and get direct feedback from customers.  The Made With Bracelets are a definite favourite and I have introduced  a range using Swarovski pearls which sold out at the Thames Festival which was GREAT!  My Audrey bracelets have also been popular and I have introduced the Audrey Gift Set which make lovely presents.

Now I only have a few weeks left before I go back to university to start my second year of my Jewellery Design BA.  I am looking forward to it but I will be sad to have to slow down on my jewellery business so the next few weeks I will be working flat out to try and do as much filming for my blogs, making pieces to stock up the boutiques and have enough stock for the Christmas season.  

Check out my upcoming events: