Happy International Women’s Day

I photographed this candid image Friday at my niece “Holly’s” wedding. The two flower girls were playing together, singing songs … More

Hello Sunshine Article – Winter 21

What is your full name? Joanne Verna Saxelby Balisky – I prefer Jo. Verna is after my Nana Q’s neighbour … More

Not long after my daughter was born I was quite unwell. Unwell enough that I had moments of thinking about … More

I could not be at a service this morning so instead, at the beautiful property I am staying at, on … More

Over the past seven years we have received many beautiful ‘thank you’ notes or emails or reviews. I was thinking … More

Yesterday I was asked by a father of a soon to be 21 year old granddaughter for Birthday suggestions. She … More

Just finishing my day -almost… arriving home via a trip to Bunnings for fittings to anchor the new metal rollers. … More

We are often asked what we draw upon for jewellery design & manufacturing inspiration? It can be a simple phrase … More

One of the things I love about working in and owning a jewellery store is being invited to share and … More