🌿 The Rosalind Brooch — A Quiet Symbol of Mourning
The Rosalind Brooch was created in memory of my mum, Rosalind. During my own grief, I needed something small and gentle that could help me move through the world without having to explain the ache I was carrying. This brooch became that symbol — a quiet way to make mourning visible, to honour loss, and to feel seen without needing words.
Every brooch is handcrafted here in Carmarthenshire, created with the same intention that shaped the very first one:
to offer comfort, recognition, and a soft place for grief to rest.
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✨ The Meaning Behind the Rosalind Brooch
The brooch carries two symbols that held deep significance during my own loss:
🌸 The Rose — remembrance
A symbol of love, memory, and the enduring presence of someone who has passed.
🪶 The Feather — presence
A gentle reminder of the sense that someone is still with you, even when they’re gone.
Together, they create a piece that quietly says:
“I am grieving. Please be gentle.”
It is not decorative first — it is symbolic first.
It is a way to honour your loss without having to speak it aloud.
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🌼 A Brooch for All Kinds of Grief
The Rosalind Brooch is worn by people who are grieving:
• A parent
• A partner
• A child
• A friend
• A beloved pet
• A loss that is private, complicated, or unseen
It is also worn by those who want to show solidarity with someone who is grieving — a compassionate gesture that says, “I see you.”
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🌙 The Rosalind Brooch Collection
The brooch has grown into a small collection, each piece carrying the same core meaning but honouring different kinds of love and loss.
🌿 The Original Rosalind Brooch
The classic rose‑and‑feather design created in memory of my mum.
🐾 The Pet Edition
A version created for those grieving a beloved animal companion.
🐴 The Equine Edition
Honouring the unique bond between humans and horses.
🐱 The Feline Edition
A gentle tribute for those mourning a cat.
🔑 The Rosalind Keyring
For those who prefer a keepsake they can carry rather than wear.
✨ Bespoke Rosalind Pieces
Custom colours, symbolism, or inclusions for a deeply personal version of the brooch.
Each piece carries the same emotional intention:
to honour grief with dignity, softness, and visibility.
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🎨 Colours & Finishes
The Rosalind Brooch is available in a wide range of colours, each carrying its own emotional tone:
• Sky blue
• Magic blue
• Purple
• Pearl white
• Watermelon pink
• Red, wine red
• Yellow, golden
• Moss green, turquoise
• Silver, copper, bronze
• Dark grey, black
…and many more.
You’re welcome to choose the colour that feels right for your story.
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If you’d like a bespoke piece, I’ll guide you gently through the process.
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📍 Created in Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire
Each brooch is handcrafted in my studio in Carmarthenshire, and I create pieces for people across:
• Carmarthen
• Llanelli
• Llandeilo
• Newcastle Emlyn
• West Wales
• The wider UK
Local collection is available, and safe postal options are offered for everyone else.
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🌸 Please Honour Its Origin
This brooch was born from my own grief.
It carries the memory of my mum, Rosalind, and the emotional truth of mourning.
When you choose this piece — for yourself or as a gift — you are honouring not only your own story, but the story that created it.
Thank you for holding that meaning with care.
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💬 Ready to Begin?
If you’d like to choose a Rosalind Brooch, or if you’d like a personalised version created with your own symbolism, you’re welcome to reach out at any time.
There’s no rush — just a gentle space to explore what feels right for you.