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Home of the Witch: The Heart Behind Elvers Studio

Welcome to my sanctuary. If you’ve stepped into my shop at 19 Nelson Street or opened one of my Witchy Boxes, you’ve seen the finished magick. But like every piece of jewellery I forge, there is a story of fire, pressure, and incredible resilience behind the surface.

I’m Star, the soul behind Elvers Studio, and this is how I became the "Witch of Nelson Street."

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A Foundation of Craft and Contrast

My creative journey didn't start at this storefront; it began back in 2007, fueled by a lifelong need to make things that didn't exist in the mainstream. Long before the shop, I was a fixture at local craft markets and London Film & Comic Con, where my workbench was a chaotic explosion of decoupaged comic book shoes, Steampunk top hats, and intricate polymer clay sculptures. Whether I was sculpting oversized dragons or tribute pieces for The Walking Dead, I’ve always been drawn to the "alternative"—the bold, the beautifully strange, and the stories we tell through the objects we wear.

Throughout this journey, I’ve had a steady anchor. Since 1995, I’ve walked this path with my partner, building a life together that eventually included our son, born in 2009, and our spirited Jack Russell, Morris. They are the quiet heartbeat behind the shop’s front door.

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The Soundtrack of the Bench

If you were to peek through the window while I'm working, the atmosphere is a unique alchemy of sound. My days are soundtracked by the steady hum of

Radio 4, providing a backdrop of world news and storytelling while I work. But my internal magick is fueled by a much wider spectrum. Depending on the mood that I am in, you might hear the rebellious punch of The Misfits, the atmospheric depths of Portishead, the soulful resilience of Billie Holiday, or the haunting, minimalist precision of Erik Satie. This mix of grit, and elegance is exactly what I pour into every piece of jewellery I create.

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The Crucible: Standing My Ground

Elvers Studio opened its doors on 4th April 2017, but the years that followed became a masterclass in resilience. In 2019, I faced a personal battle with Breast Cancer, navigating the gauntlet of chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery. During those months, my bench became my place of healing. No sooner had I found my strength than the global shift of 2020 arrived, followed by 18 grueling months of road closures on Nelson Street that threatened to cut us off from the world.

The breaking point came in March 2023 when, amidst the road chaos, the shop was burgled twice. It was a moment that put me on the front page of the Stroud News and Journal, not just as a victim, but as a voice for the spirit of our independent street. I refuse to be moved.

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Why I Still Create

People often ask why I keep the hearth fire lit through these storms. The answer is simple: Magick is my choice. When the world feels heavy, creating something beautiful with my hands is my rebellion. My work has evolved from those early Fimo dragons into "Designer-Maker" jewellery that blends the alchemy of resin with the protective weight of crystals & metal like Obsidian & Copper. Every crystal represents the "liquid sunshine" I had to find for myself during those dark years.

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At 19 Nelson Street, you will still find "spooky"  and gothy in amongst the grounded witchy crystal jewellery, my creations are rooted in cycles, seasons, and finding the extraordinary in the ordinary. Whether I’m repairing a family heirloom or curating a subscription box, I am pouring my history into every item.

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A Shared Journey

If you are going through your own "winter"—whether it’s health, loss, or just the weight of the world—know that you are welcome here. Elvers Studio is a place of authenticity. I don’t pretend that the path is easy, but I do believe we can craft our own light. Thank you for supporting an independent maker who chooses to stay put, even when the road is blocked.

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Blessings from the bench,

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The Witch of Elvers Studio