Autumn - An exciting time at Attic Bee with the launch of our autumn/winter collection reflecting the catwalk trends for the next six months. Swarovski crystal sparkles through in our Art Deco inspired necklaces and bracelets while our new Swarovski hearts beat through to Christmas in an array of deep, rich colours. Our mouth-watering jewel necklace adds further glamour to winter wardrobes while our neutral heavy agate necklace and bracelet add sophistication on a major scale. Here’s to the new season!

Summer - Presenting the new Sally Bee pieces as promised. In stunning deep red and clear Swarovski crystals the bracelet retails at £24, the ear-rings at £10. Please take time to view them @ Sally Bee and put a little sparkle into someone’s life! Half of all profits from the Sally Bee pieces are donated through Sally to various heart charities.

May - Busy with commissions for May balls, it really feels as though we may be heading for summer. Brighter, lighter clothes are appearing, everyone glad to be free of constricting coats and heavy jumpers Many customers are choosing from our selection of long cord necklaces, to be casually worn over shirts and jersey tops, or our Swarovski hearts in bright crystal, summery aqua, sumptuous peridot or vivid violet that sit delicately below the collar bone. Summer here we come…..!

A big ‘thank you’ to you all for purchasing the Sally Bee Heart Necklace. Many of you will have seen Sally on BBC1 Saturday 2nd May and she will soon to be on GMTV. I am currently working on new pieces in aid of the British Heart Foundation which should be online within the next couple of weeks. Thanks again for your support. X

Spring Brides - Following on from our success with Attic Bee’s Spring/Summer 2009 Collection we are now pleased to announce another first for Attic Bee. With the official arrival of spring we find our thoughts moving towards new beginnings and, traditionally, weddings. With this in mind we are introducing our Bridal Collection, a selection of timeless pieces made in sterling silver designed to coordinate with the big day’s finest gown, simple shift dress or smart suit. Swarovski crystals and pearls have been carefully chosen to luminate the skin and accentuate that all important highly polished look. Quartz crystal has been selected to reflect the light while simultaneously refracting the colours and hues of the brides and bridesmaids’ chosen outfits. We hope you enjoy browsing whether for yourself or a friend.

March - The beginning of spring, at last, March sees us celebrating Mother’s Day on 22nd and British Summertime returning on 29th. Brighter, longer days can only make us feel better and maybe just a tad more positive even though the media continually remind us we are in the middle of a severe credit crunch – or the ‘C’ word as it is known in our house! With this in mind we’re introducing the happy-go-lucky Agogo Pendant to the Attic Bee Spring/Summer Collection. At £8 it will join many other pieces which can be purchased for under £10. Take a look at our new shell and bead bracelet in four colour-ways at £8 with matching drop ear-rings at £7, or for a little extra delve further into our collection to view our semi-precious bracelets and cord necklaces, all at £10 surely something to surprise any a supermum!

February - sees us sliding around Stratford battling against the snow while making last minute adjustments to Attic Bee’s new Spring/Summer 2009 Collection. Bringing swathes of colour and light, Attic Bee have fourteen new designs including our versatile Long Knotted Necklaces, already top of the list of my new focus group. Formed amid the post-Christmas credit crunch gloom, my focus group of bright young (and not so young!) things have been brought together to discuss Spring trends, paw over piles of semi-precious stones, argue over the perfect length of a crystal drop ear-ring and, of course, drink cup after cup of coffee……… With backgrounds as diverse as marketing and PR to beauty therapy and counseling they are sure to keep me on my toes with plenty of feedback. Besides the timeless beauty of turquoise and quartz in our new Charm Necklaces, the Swarovski Hearts never cease to delight . This season sees four sparkling new colours strung onto a natural cotton cord and finished with a sterling silver bead, an ideal accompaniment to this summer’s strapless dress or a basic white tee.

   all the best from Jo at Attic Bee x