Craft, crystals and creativity collide at this relaxed DIY jewellery shop
You’ll find Miss Crystal tucked to the side of the Peace Gardens, a thoughtfully curated space that’s part jewellery shop, part creative workshop and part crystal treasure trove. It’s run by Lea – a trained jewellery artist with a background in metalwork, who came to Sheffield to study and ended up staying to build something really special.
Inside, it’s a mix of shiny things and crafty fun. The crystal corner has everything from small, affordable pieces to serious statement stones – including natural sapphires, emeralds, titanium quartz and 24k gold, all ethically sourced and beautifully displayed. There are shelves of ready-made jewellery to browse, or you can sit down and design your own. And then there are the workshops – where things get properly hands-on.
“Starting from £25 you can make a bracelet with crystals you choose yourself,” says Lea. “Some people add silver or jade too – you decide how much or little to spend. There’s no pressure, just a nice atmosphere and a chance to be creative.” Everything’s laid out so you can play with different combinations, sizes and shapes before you make your final piece.
Workshops aren’t just for solo visits either. They’re popular for hen dos, birthdays, kids’ parties and corporate team days. Up to 14 people can work on jewellery at once, and there’s even a projector in the shop – so you can mix presentations with creative play, if you’re doing something more business-y.
There’s also a more advanced side for anyone who wants to go beyond beads and thread. Silver ring and pendant-making sessions let you work with professional tools and learn texturing, shaping and polishing techniques. If you’re interested in jade, you can try carving or painting too – a fitting nod to Lea’s Chinese heritage, and something you won’t find in many other places locally.
The vibe at Miss Crystal is relaxed, friendly and surprisingly meditative – especially when you’re working away on a piece. Whether you’re after a thoughtful gift (vouchers available), a crafty afternoon or just a quiet browse among some beautiful stones, it’s a very laidback place to spend time.
Crystal workshops run on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Silver jewellery workshops take place on Friday and Sunday.
Booking ahead is a good idea, especially at weekends – but you’re always welcome to pop in for a chat and a look around.
Miss Crystal, Unit 4 , St. Pauls Parade, S1 2JL, or visit misscrystal.uk to see what’s on offer. Follow @misscrystal007 for updates on socials.
