The heart behind For the Love of Joy
For the Love of Joy was born from love, loss, and the desire to keep precious memories close. The business was created in memory of my beautiful mum, Joy. After losing her, I found great comfort in memorial jewellery—pieces that gave me a tangible connection to her and a way to carry her memory with me every day. That experience inspired me to learn the craft myself, so I could help others find the same sense of comfort, connection, and healing.
Today, I lovingly handcraft bespoke keepsakes that honour loved ones, celebrate new beginnings, and preserve life's most meaningful moments. Whether created with cremation ashes, breast milk, DNA inclusions, pet keepsakes, or other treasured materials, every piece is made by me with care, compassion, and the utmost respect for the precious memories and trust placed in my hands.
At the heart of everything I create is a simple belief: the people, pets, and moments we love deserve to be remembered, celebrated, and kept close forever. ❤️
What I Create
Types of Inclusion Jewellery & Keepsakes
Cremation Ashes Jewellery
Cremation ashes jewellery and keepsakes are a heartfelt way to honour the memory of someone deeply loved, keeping a small part of them close wherever you go. Each piece is lovingly handcrafted with dignity, compassion, and the utmost respect, transforming cremation ashes into a beautiful and lasting tribute. More than simply jewellery, these creations become treasured symbols of love, remembrance, and connection—offering comfort in moments of grief and a tangible reminder of the person who will always hold a place in your heart. Worn close to the heart or displayed in the home, every piece tells a unique story and celebrates a life that continues to be cherished
Breast Milk Jewellery
Breast milk jewellery is a unique and meaningful way for mothers to celebrate their breastfeeding journey and preserve a cherished memory. Crafted using a small amount of preserved breast milk, these custom pieces can be made into rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and other keepsakes. The milk is carefully treated and combined with resin to create a durable, stone-like centrepiece that can be customised with colours, shimmer, birthstones, or even additions such as a baby's hair or umbilical cord. For many parents, breast milk jewellery serves as a sentimental reminder of the bond shared with their child, transforming a fleeting stage of motherhood into a lasting and wearable treasure.
DNA Jewellery
DNA jewellery is a beautiful and meaningful way to preserve the most precious moments of life. Handcrafted using treasured inclusions such as breast milk, placenta, umbilical cord, baby teeth, hair, or other significant materials, each piece is completely unique and deeply personal. These keepsakes celebrate the extraordinary journey of motherhood, the bond between parent and child, and the milestones that shape a family’s story. More than just jewellery, they are lasting reminders of love, connection, and memories that deserve to be cherished forever. Whether commemorating pregnancy, birth, childhood milestones, or a special family bond, DNA jewellery transforms irreplaceable moments into timeless treasures that can be worn and treasured for generations.
Pet Keepsakes & Jewellery
Our pets are family, and every moment with them deserves to be cherished. I create meaningful keepsakes and jewellery using fur, whiskers, or other treasured mementoes to celebrate the special bond you share with your beloved companion. Whether you're marking an adoption day, a first groom, a birthday, a competition achievement, or simply wanting to carry a piece of your pet with you wherever you go, each creation is handcrafted to capture those precious memories and moments of love.
For those wishing to honour a pet who has passed, I also create memorial jewellery and keepsakes using cremation ashes, fur, or other meaningful inclusions. Each piece is made with compassion, care, and respect, providing a lasting tribute to a cherished companion and the unconditional love they brought to your life.
Meaningful memories, Your way
Every story is unique, and sometimes the most meaningful inclusions are the ones not found on a list. If you have a special item you'd like to preserve, I'd be honoured to work with you to create a bespoke keepsake that is as personal and unique as the memories it represents.
