Border Spade - Necklace
Smaller than a regular spade - ideal for petite patches and gardener's who prefer the slighter side.
Dig deep with a mirror polished blade and split stem of silver. Never rusty, your borders will gleam.
The seamless Spiga chain - delicate but strong with four interlocking links - glides through the spade handle. Set your own chain length with the adjustable slider that rests behind your neck.
Pull to dangle over your dungars or peep over your tee.
- Made from 925 sterling silver
- Optional solid 9ct yellow gold bug
- Hallmarked at the Birmingham Assay Office with Ellie's maker mark
- 32" adjustable spiga chain
- Handcrafted by Ellie in her Jewellery Quarter workshop
- Packaged in an eco terracotta gift box
If you would like to see the necklace in person you are welcome to visit the workshop. Please email ellie@ellenlou.com to arrange a visit or ask any questions.
Bespoke requests are welcome - please do get in touch to discuss your idea - I would to love craft all things garden related for you.
Our Story, Our Promise
I craft every individual item to order, by hand from sterling silver and 9ct gold, using traditional silversmithing techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If you are local to Birmingham and able to visit my workshop, you are welcome to visit in person by appointment.
Most pieces are made to order but I do carry a small stock of pieces for craft fairs & events. If you are interested in a seeing a specific piece, please do get in touch.
Please email ellie@ellenlou.com to arrange a visit or ask any questions.
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Yes! I love designing and creating bespoke jewellery. Please view the bespoke page for further info or contact me using the form below to request a quote.
I have the ability to craft anything from enamelled marmite jars to diamond engagement rings.
I'd love to hear from you and see what we can create together.
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I carry a small stock of made up pieces for craft fairs and events. These are available for dispatch within one to three days.
If the jewellery needs to be made from scratch, this usually takes one to three weeks. To allow time for casting, finishing, assembly and in some cases hallmarking.
If you require the jewellery for a specific important date please do let me know in advance so I can make sure it reaches you in plenty of time.
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My jewellery is hallmarked at the Birmingham Assay Office with the famous Birmingham anchor and my makers mark 'ELI'.
*However please note the following legal weight thresholds :
If the item is silver and weighs less than 7.78g and if gold weighing less than 1g, the item is exempt from hallmarking.
If you would like a hallmark on your jewellery and it weighs less than these thresholds, I can hallmark the item for you at extra charge of £15.
