Author: Nikki Kamminga

I'm a parent to Ayla and Bastian, blogger, jeweller/metalsmith/artist, mentor and trustee at Project Kidogo. I love making trinkets and I spend any spare time I have making folded book art, rescuing dolls and sewing. I run the Facebook group for Breastmilk Jewellers. I dream of building my own house and doing more charity work in Tanzania.
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Christmas Sale and December Newsletter 2018

Posted on by Nikki Kamminga
What a busy month it's been over November. We've sent out the majority of our Christmas orders and we're planning on finishing a few which were placed after the deadline. Just keep an eye on your account if you're waiting...Read More
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November Newsletter 2018

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I can't believe how fast time has gone since writing the last newsletter! I think it's with all the work I'm doing on Christmas orders. Autumn is my absolute favourite time of year and I can't get enough of the...Read More
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Why I Stopped Making Breastmilk Jewellery

Posted on by Nikki Kamminga
As 2018 draws to an end I'm thinking about how to make our jewellery even better. One of the biggest complaints we've ever had is our timescale for orders. Orders for breastmilk jewellery have been taking around six months because...Read More
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October Newsletter 2018 and Christmas Order Prep

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Thank you so much for reading our newsletter, it's great to get a chance to tell everyone our news. After taking a week off unplanned for my father-in-law's funeral last month, this month we're all busy planning out our Christmas...Read More
Why Do You Make Extra Cabochons? lock of hair proof image, an example where a client asked for pink sparkles. The left is pink shimmer powder with a little pink opalescent and the right is pink opalescent and pink hexagonal glitter Tree of Opals lock of hair blanks

Why Do You Make Extra Cabochons?

Posted on by Nikki Kamminga
This autumn I'm blogging about some of the questions on our FAQ's which we're often asked and one of the top questions is "why do you make extra cabochons?" The answer is, making keepsake and memorial jewellery is far more...Read More
Glass or Resin Cremation Ash Jewellery family order cremation ash cufflinks in Aegean blue resin, ring in mermaid teal resin, glass cremation necklace and charms Tree of Opals

Glass or Resin Cremation Ash Jewellery?

Posted on by Nikki Kamminga
If you're looking for memorial jewellery, you might be wondering about the pros and cons of glass or resin cremation ash jewellery. There are benefits and drawbacks to both and because we offer both, we can give you an unbiased...Read More
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June Keepsake Jewellery Newsletter and Exclusive VIP Competition

Posted on by Nikki Kamminga
Hello! I'm so excited to tell you all about all the wonderful new things happening here at Tree of Opals in this keepsake jewellery newsletter. From our admin manager, Joanna expecting her first baby, to welcoming Gail our new lampwork...Read More
Everything Is Awful and I’m Not Okay: questions to ask before giving up 

Everything Is Awful and I’m Not Okay: questions to ask before giving up 

Posted on by Nikki Kamminga
Everything Is Awful and I’m Not Okay: questions to ask before giving up  Are you hydrated?  If not, have a glass of water. Have you eaten in the past three hours?  If not, get some food — something with protein, not just...Read More