NEW Sheila Fleet Kirkwall Shop Update!
Sep 6, 2024
After two years of working behind-the-scenes on our new Kirkwall Gallery location, we thought it ...
There's almost no limit to what can inspire Sheila's jewellery designs, but her island-home of Orkney has of course played a huge part! For Sheila's Secret Hearts collection, it was more than just a simple heart that inspired the design...
Back in 2006, Sheila became interested in the beautiful heart-shaped petals of Primula Scotica, or Scottish Primrose, a tiny, rare flower, endemic to Orkney and the north coast of Scotland. Sheila designed her Primula Scotica collection based on the actual size of the flower—about 8mm—and its five heart-shaped petals.
For her Secret Hearts collection, Sheila took the heart shape of an individual Primula Scotica petal and turned it into a beautifully delicate design, enhanced by a classic deep red enamel. The collection, perfect for Valentine's Day, is also available in 9ct yellow and rose gold, with some designs hand-set with diamonds and other gemstones.
The 'secret' aspect of Secret Hearts comes from the fact the charming pendant is reversible: Hearts of silver and gold can be worn either way, depending on which side the wearer wishes to reveal.
In 2023, Sheila added a larger pendant and smaller stud earrings to the collection, Here at the Sheila Fleet Jewellery workshop, we love to layer the two pendant sizes together!
If you're looking to gift a piece of jewellery to your loved one this Valentine's Day, we think Sheila's Secret Hearts collection is the perfect fit ❤️
Feeling inspired? Check out our full Valentine's Selection!