Half Form
Half Form is the work of Bristol-based jewellery designer Ellie Irish, specialising in contemporary glass pieces.
My approach
I'm drawn to organic forms and shapes that feel like they've arrived rather than been designed. Working with molten glass creates a fluidity that's hard to achieve in any other material, and that quality sits at the heart of every piece I make.
My process always starts with a conceptual idea, but I don't try to control every detail of the outcome. As the glass is worked, it moves and settles in ways that can't fully be predicted, and I let that natural flow shape the final piece alongside my original intention. The result sits somewhere between design and discovery.
Made by hand, made to order
Everything is made to order, by hand, in a small studio in Bristol. Because the process celebrates the unique forms that come from working with molten glass, no two pieces are ever quite the same.
Please allow two weeks processing time for your order to be handmade and shipped. If you need your order sooner, please email contact@halfform.co.uk.
Built to last
Each piece is handcrafted from borosilicate glass. This glass has been selected for its high level of durability, and resilience to thermal shock. Any metal used is ethically sourced sterling silver. Each piece is built to be worn and loved.
However, please wear your jewellery with care. Glass can break if knocked or dropped, and while it's made to last, it isn't indestructible. To ensure the longevity of your pieces:
- Each piece should be stored away from other items of jewellery, ideally in it's box.
- Take care when handling your jewellery in bathrooms, as glass can crack against hard surfaces such as sinks and tiles.
- Be mindful when clapping your hands, as rings can break if they are hit against other jewellery.
If your item does break, please email contact@halfform.co.uk with some pictures and we will be in touch about a repair or replacement. Depending on the nature of the repair, an additional fee may be required.