Let’s be honest. If I had to work in total silence, the only thing you’d hear coming from my studio in Greystones would be the sound of my own internal monologue—and frankly, nobody needs to be privy to that level of chaos.
For me, making jewellery isn't just about the pliers and the resin; it’s about the rhythm. Music has been the background radiation of my entire life, and when it comes to the creative process, it’s the thing that actually keeps the ideas from stalling in the driveway.
The Magic of the Right Frequency
While I’m wrestling with a Gilded Viper or trying to find the perfect balance for a pair of Grá & Glitter earrings, I’ve almost always got 8Radio blasting. There’s something about the way they curate their tunes—no corporate fluff, just solid, interesting sounds—that keeps my hands moving when my brain wants to take a nap.
My heart has always belonged to indie and alternative. There’s a specific kind of energy in a distorted guitar or a slightly wonky synth line that mirrors the way I like to work. It’s not about perfection; it’s about the "feel." It’s about that "main character energy" we talked about last week.
The Genre Doesn't Matter (But the Feeling Does)
Now, I’m not saying you need to be into obscure B-sides to be creative. You could be into heavy metal, 90s trance, or 18th-century chamber music for all I care.
The point is that music makes you feel alive. It’s a social lubricant for your own imagination. It takes the "admin" part of your brain—the bit worrying about the price of butter or the fact that you haven't been to the gym since 2019—and puts it in a soundproof room so the rest of you can actually play.
Bringing the Beat to the Bench
When I’m listening to a particularly good set on 8Radio, the jewellery almost makes itself. The turquoise seems to find its own place, and the gold flowers settle exactly where they’re meant to be. It’s a flow state, and music is the only thing that knows the password to get me in there.
So, whatever your "frequency" is, turn it up this week. Whether you’re painting a wall, cooking a dinner, or just trying to survive the school run—do it with a soundtrack.
And if you want to see what a Lucky Punt looks like when it’s been forged to the sound of some classic indie, come have a look at the shop.
I’m off to find my headphones. And probably another glass of prosecco.
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