Selfridges Bright Young Things 2013 - Grace Hamilton

Originally from Northern Ireland, Grace Hamilton is a currently based in London where she creates handcrafted statement neckpieces. Grace graduated from Manchester School of Art in 2010, where she completed a BA Hons in Embroidery. Grace believes in the handcrafted object and is most passionate about creating high quality contemporary handmade pieces of jewellery that are rooted in traditional skills. Grace considers her pieces to be more like wearable pieces of art, and can be appreciated both on and off the body. She remains heavily influenced by the vibrancy and culture of her time spent in Tanzania, where she worked alongside a Women's Co-op group that created handcrafted objects. http://www.selfridges.com/byt #byt2013