Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Page number 57 - October/November 2021 (Issue 85)

ROSE POPAY https://rosepopay.co.uk | @rosepopay Event painter Rose was born into a family of performers and has followed suit entertaining guests worldwide. “I love creating a stir and intriguing people at a wedding. Guests love to see the painting develop in front of their eyes,” she tells us. The outcome is the most magical of keepsakes, something to forever remind you of your big day. “I’m so proud to be able to offer this service,” Rose continues. This talented artist can paint alone in a modern impressionistic style or using pen and ink, where she’ll encourage guests to come and make their own mark. She’ll draw alongside them to give the piece a beautiful structure, – it’s an experience that your loved ones can’t fail to have a giggle over and enjoy immensely. While these approaches are a very different, both result in a unique artwork to treasure. Rose will even tailor her clothes according to your preferences. She can arrive simply in smart attire, her very special cocktail dress splattered in paint, or even her Georgian outfit! Having worked at all kinds of events from lavish celebrity dos to intimate nuptials, she guarantees to add her own individual charm to your day. Based in Bristol, she’s happy to travel all over and can also paint from photos after the event if you prefer. SOMERSET NATURAL SOAPS https://somersetnaturalsoaps.selz.com @somersetnaturalsoaps Owner and founder of Somerset Natural Soaps Julie trained as a beauty therapist and has always had an interest in the healing properties of plants and herbs. Constantly trying to find commercial products to suit her own sensitive skin, she decided to make her own. The whole family tried and tested them extensively and to Julie’s delight discovered a new world of natural goodies that don’t irritate the skin, instead helping to maintain, nourish and heal it. Each soap, crafted in the heart of Somerset is cut by hand and wrapped individually in recycled paper and because they’re all made with vegetable-based ingredients, they’re suitable for vegans. There’s no palm oil, artificial colourants or fragrances and no synthetic chemicals. In fact, each ingredient is carefully sourced and cruelty free. Each bar weighs 100g and half or quarter size bars are available for wedding favours and hospitality soaps. These come packaged in a natural cotton bag with a drawstring – no plastic is used. HOLLY BERKLEY JEWELLERY https://hollyberkleyjewellery.co.uk @hollyberkleyjewellery If you’re looking for matching bespoke jewellery and hair accessories for your big day, it’s as easy as one, two, three with Holly Berkley! The local jewellery designer has a wide range of shapes and designs as well as an extensive colour palette to choose from, and prices to suit your budget. With 30 years experience, Holly will help you design your dream hair accessories and jewellery from wedding crowns to buttonholes, everything is covered. Holly’s beautiful pieces have been featured in Vogue magazine (and Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding magazine!) and she serves a returning worldwide clientele who love the personal touch that only an artist can offer. Made on the Mendip Hills in Somerset, each piece is lovingly woven by hand from straight wire without the use of formers or machinery. They can take up to 27 hours to complete and sometimes over 100 metres of specialised jewellery wire. Holly says, “Our pieces are high quality, fully designed and handmade one-offs that will last for years, so you can pass them on to your loved ones for their wedding day too.” Choose from the existing collection or have a special commission made, the choice is yours. 57 LOCALLY HANDMADE