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There is also much technical expertise involved . Sara has had to learn how to work with rare gemstones and different precious metals , mastering the age-old craft of fine jewellery and acquiring techniques beyond her natural skill in sketching creative designs .
The hard work has evidently paid off . In 2017 , she became part of the Young Qatari Designers initiative , allowing her to canvas opinion on her designs from locals and gain national and international recognition for her work . She says : “ The scheme aims to motivate more young Qatari women to start their own businesses and use their imagination in creating remarkable artwork and jewellery .
“ It was a great opportunity to meet other young Qatari designers , discovering each other ’ s ideas through their jewellery and swapping our ideas about what is trending now in Doha in terms of jewellery . her designs . “ Most women around the world want to have bridal jewellery laid on their necks and hanging from their ears on their wedding day ,” she says .
“ I started with simple gold pieces and incorporated a lot of filigree work into my very first designs . Women want to have something special , created just for them to celebrate special moments in their life .”
“ Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition also gave me the opportunity to interact with customers . It was interesting meeting new faces and getting their impressions of my jewellery , and wonderful to collaborate with other designers .”
Now , when Sara attends weddings , she often quietly admires her own designs as the bride enters the ballroom and can reflect on her own personal dream come true .
She noticed that some women were fond of the smaller and simpler pieces , while others favoured the large extravagant eye-catching pieces that she offers , so she has developed both strands of her work .
Her collection now has a classic look , along with some contemporary designs and simpler pieces . The jewellery displays her flair for exotic colours . She says : “ I took this step so that all women of all ages have a variety to choose from in my collection .”
| Original piece by Sara Al Hammadi
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