Crafts Council of Ireland
Jewellery
Creative Island 2011
Button & Co. Goldsmiths Elaine-Sarah Comerford set up Elaine Sarah Designs after attending a summer course at NCAD. The designer eschewed college in favour of an old-fashioned apprenticeship in the belief that it would teach her the technical skills required to get the business off the ground. Elaine Sarah Designs morphed into Button and Co., inspired by make-and-do sessions at home with her mother. “The collection of sterling silver and 18 carat gold button jewellery is inspired by the traditional button tin that my mother used to have,” says Comerford. This signature now adorns bracelets, earrings, necklaces and cuff links and is already stocked in some of the most progressive independent jewellers in the country. Central to the collection is the starter bracelet, an updated take on the traditional charm bracelet. It forms an integral part of the milestone birthday gift offering. Her company featured on Dragon’s Den in 2009 and thanks to the mentoring of Niall O’Farrell is in expansive mode. The designs remain hand-made in Ireland.
Address Kilcannon, Dunhill Co. Waterford T: +353 (0)51 396 663 info@buttonandco.com www.buttonandco.com Stockists Weir & Sons, Dublin Hynes Jewellers, Wexford Hallmark Jewellers, Waterford A Hartmann & Son Ltd, Galway Bannon Jewellers, Wicklow
Opposite: The Memory Bracelet, collect various buttons to remind you of your most precious moments. Bracelet €140 Charms from €48-€215
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“Pins and Needles” beautifully delicate statement earrings in Sterling silver and 9ct gold needles €297
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