Business Details
12 Years
experience
Celestial Jewellery Inspired by Northumberland's Dark Skies
Established in 2014, Dark Skies Jewellery was founded by artist Dianne Fox following a commission from Northumberland Tourism to create a product range celebrating the county's Gold Star Dark Sky status. Our collection showcases miniature high-resolution NASA images of celestial phenomena, encapsulated beneath glass cabochons in silver-plated settings. Each piece combines artistic craftsmanship with scientific wonder, accompanied by educational details to inspire appreciation for the cosmos.Our work is rooted in Northumberland's unique nocturnal environment, offering visitors and astronomy enthusiasts tangible connections to the universe's beauty. We maintain a studio at Kirkharle Courtyard, where customers can observe our creative process and purchase directly from the maker.
Services
Space-themed Earrings
Galaxy Necklaces
Nebula Bangles
Planet Cufflinks
Cosmic Gift Sets
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We use authentic NASA imagery in our designs
- Our studio operates in Northumberland's IDA Dark Sky Park
- Each piece includes educational details about its celestial subject
- Products are handmade by the designer/maker in Northumberland
- We offer exclusive access to our creative process at Kirkharle Courtyard
Services
Space-Themed Jewellery
Our handcrafted jewellery features miniature NASA astrophotography encapsulated beneath glass. Each piece showcases cosmic phenomena like nebulae, galaxies and planets. Customers receive educational materials detailing the celestial objects' scientific significance and locations in the night sky.
Custom Gift Sets
We curate themed gift collections combining multiple space-inspired items. These sets include coordinating earrings, pendants and accessories featuring complementary celestial imagery. Each set comes with informative cards explaining the astronomical subjects' scientific context.
Artist Residency
At Kirkharle Courtyard, customers can observe the jewellery-making process firsthand. This unique opportunity allows direct interaction with the designer/maker and provides insight into how NASA imagery is transformed into wearable art through our specific production techniques.
Educational Products
Every item includes NASA reference details to encourage scientific exploration. The accompanying photographic cards connect wearable art to astronomical research, making our jewellery both decorative and informative about the universe's natural wonders.
Seasonal Decorations
We produce limited edition cosmic decorations for special occasions. These include Christmas tree ornaments and seasonal bunting featuring astronomical imagery. Each decorative item maintains our commitment to scientific accuracy while providing festive celebration options.
People
Dianne Fox
Designer/Maker
Artist Dianne Fox established Dark Skies Jewellery after being commissioned by Northumberland Tourism. Her work combines NASA astrophotography with traditional jewellery-making techniques. She operates from Kirkharle Courtyard, creating pieces that bridge art and astronomy.
Questions
What inspires your jewellery designs?
Our designs originate from NASA's high-resolution space imagery, featuring celestial objects within Northumberland's Gold Star Dark Sky Reserve. Each piece reflects astronomical phenomena visible from our location.
How are your products made?
We print NASA astrophotography onto archival paper, protect them with glass cabochons, and set them in nickel-free silver-plated bases. This process preserves image clarity while creating wearable art pieces.
Do you offer custom orders?
While we specialise in existing designs, customers can request specific celestial imagery preferences. Our Kirkharle Courtyard studio allows direct discussion with the artist about potential customisation options.
What educational value do your products have?
Each item includes NASA reference details and photographic cards explaining the astronomical subject. This connects decorative pieces to scientific understanding of galaxies, nebulae and planetary formations.
Can I visit your workshop?
Yes, we operate from Kirkharle Courtyard where customers can observe the jewellery-making process. Our studio is open during regular trading hours, except Mondays and Tuesday bank holidays.
How long do orders take to process?
Handmade orders require 3-5 working days for creation before Royal Mail first-class delivery. Custom requests may require additional discussion to determine production timelines.
