Louise Mary Designs

contemporary silversmith & jeweller

Louise creates handmade silverware in shapes inspired by nature. She is drawn to working with silver because of its malleability and beauty.

Above: Candlesticks in Britannia Silver (2011)  and Folded Leaf Vase (2010)

‘I am very passionate about the craft of silversmithing, and it is my aim to respond directly to the silver as I work with it. It is important that each silverware piece is handmade – giving each piece a truly individual, organic shape. Although they may look sculptural, all my pieces are completely functional – it is my hope that that they will be used, loved, and passed on as heirlooms of the future.’

Her work has been exhibited widely in the UK and has been nominated and received many awards, the most prestigious being Runner-Up in the Thomas Lyte Modern Heritage Award in 2008. Louise’s work is handmade in her studio in Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter. In addition to the pieces she creates for exhibition and sale, Louise works to commission. Pieces are designed uniquely for indididual clients, and often personalised with details such as engraving.

Please contact Louise for further information, to discuss a commission or to arrange a studio visit.

Louise was formerly trading under her maiden name, Louise Chesshire, her work is now represented as Louise Mary Designs and her married name is Louise Mary Muttitt.