English Lakeland Mudlarking! Shattered history of a ancient hall + Making a necklace from our find!

Come with us to the stunning English Lake District for an exiting Summertime lake-lark. We discover an array of antique pottery shards from the 15th century Armathwaite Hall and create a silver necklace from one of the blue & white shards.
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Gail & Alex xx
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[@NorthernMudlarks]

[@amandasnider2644]

Hi there, fellow Jeweller here, I'm just curious why don't you pickle your silver after heating?

[@lindaopperthauser2284]

Love it ❤️what is the song at the beginning of this video. The one you play the most. I love it🎵🎼🎶

[@gerrywood3584]

Agreed❤😊🙏✌️🙏

[@stevecorrigan5139]

Who agrees these two have to be the two nicest women on the planet? Cheers from NZ!

[@elleelleelleelle_______]

I AGREE

[@FeeLee10]

Yayayay a Kiwi comment😍

[@lorrainewhitlock5377]

😍 I agree wholeheartedly

[@stevecorrigan5139]

@@FeeLee10 Haha. Hell yeah. Rangitikei here..

[@jaznz53]

Kiwi in Auckland here.

[@ou8venus2]

Watching all the craftsmanship that goes into all your handmade jewelry gives me an extra appreciation for all things handmade. I should be ashamed for all the times in my life I’ve felt things were too pricey at craft fairs, etc. thank you for showing us how you make all these beautiful items. Wonderful video, as usual!

[@TearsBehindSmiles]

I want a shirt with the shwoos that says “peck of ashwooval”!

[@michoish9476]

Yes!!! I’d buy one for sure!!!

[@sassyme6208]

The tea pot lid would make the perfect roof of a fairy house.

[@Elmo-fp3no]

That’s a great idea! My mum has a fairy garden every year in summer! The houses are made of teacups!

[@patriciaglove8201]

Even broken teapots would make beautiful houses

[@sticklebacksummer]

Got a feeling you're beautiful jewelry will be much sought-after in the years to come, you are a true artist.

[@sarahstrong7174]

Thankyou for a lovely calming video for someone really not feeling well just now. You brought a touch of beauty & happiness into my day.

[@dulciemidwinter5990]

These programmes are magical! Sonething we need in these dark times. I love your enthusiasm for something most people would simply pass by and I envy your ability to turn it into something beautiful. Thank you.

[@curtiscalcaterra6575]

Oh! To be transported half way round the World- to share in the joys of Nature, History and the pure joy of Family enjoying themselves! A heartfelt Thank You to all who allow Me to Walk with You, Lark with You and Learn. A Virtual Hug to Both of You for brightening My Day!

[@AHillard1227]

Agreed! so well said.

[@thecourtlyalchemist]

I agree with the Shwoos. Gail's necklace is "im-peckable!"

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Good one, lol - thank you xx

[@patriciaglove8201]

If I could make jewery like that , all I would do would be making one of a kind pieces and enjoy the rest of my life in luxury. ; ) Such beautiful workmanship. I so enjoyed watching you make each and every piece.

[@kenzieconnolly777]

I love that necklace, it turned out so gorgeous didnt it! Well done Gail. lovely video as always, Sundays are my favourite day!

[@sarahstrong7174]

That necklace is so pretty, well worth the effort involved in making it. And a lovely way to recycle pieces of old plates.

[@kimbain4368]

Gail, I love your necklace, and I really enjoy watching the process. You're a master! And the cinematography was beautiful, as always, Alex. You're a master, too! Thank you both for sharing this journey!

[@joolz36]

The necklace is gorgeous, my favorite so far!!

[@rockreader4298]

Ladies, I always enjoy the larking, though my favorite part of this video was watching you Gail, being masterful with your tools , the outcome of which, was no other than the most delectable piece of pottery jewelry I've yet seen. A real tribute to the Japanese designs. Simple and lovely. Music was perfect. My other favorite part was Alex and the Shroos., always making me smile. : )

[@sherylwheelon9679]

Good thing the residents had a “smashing” good time at the hotel, for you to find those sherds to make the beautiful necklace Gail! ❤️. Thank you for another relaxing, enjoyable video!

[@lorrainewhitlock5377]

I find it so interesting to watch you make a piece of jewelry. This turned out lovely Gail😍

[@denaj6711]

You're a natural cinematographer! The necklace is stunning. Enjoying!

[@dawnnaylor7064]

Alex you're such a dedicated mudlarker. Lol. Love how you'll squeeze into tiny places for your treasure. Lol.

[@lenormandstella4122]

Beautiful necklace. I like to watch your craftings and love to follow your adventures 💕

[@christineingram55]

What a lovely walk and such a treasure trove you got today too..I love the necklace was a real pleasure to watch it being made,as well as nice to see others rubbish turned into something to treasure and perhaps keep as an heirloom for the future 🥰

[@winnievanorden1]

Gail, I'm so impressed at how clean your workplace is. You always inspire me to get to my bench and make my own jewelery. Thank you!

[@suesmith9202]

That necklace is absolutely stunning. Well done. I could watch you for hours Gail making your jewelry.

[@sarahstrong7174]

Some stately homes, when in their prime, used to have their own sets of crockery made to their own designs.

[@deborah2063]

What a stunning setting by the lake! Im from Michigan where we are surrounded by the great lakes and we have thousands of bodies of water within our state! Yet that spot with the mountains or hills was simply stunning! Gail that is a beautiful necklace you have created out of pottery! I'd wear that proudly! Stay safe ladies! 🐦🇺🇸❤

[@consideredwhisper]

Lovely video once again, and really love that creative use of a piece of pottery.

[@sionaharrop4486]

Beautiful video, it’s a pity there were so many broken pieces as there must of been some lovely China and bottles. The willow necklace was made so well and looked so lovely, take care and stay safe ❤️🇦🇺🐈 xxx

[@tinkerbellblue5142]

Beautiful, been looking forward to this video all day, greetings from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@debraporch7888]

Another lovely video ladies. Your jewelry is very exquisite. Absolutely gorgeous. Take care and be safe.

[@rockhoundingwithjasperblue]

What a nice adventure. And a very interesting bit of history. Again, watching you work along with the beautiful music is so nice. What a lovely pendant! Thank you, Northern Mudlarks, for sharing. 💎

[@oncelovedtreasures6136]

Always amazed by your beautiful jewellery and creations, and the willow pendant is particularly beautiful. A perfectly fitting way to recycle a classic design.

[@domenicas.2645]

I literally have that exact same willow pattern set! But mine is modern. Still made in England, but says 'dishwasher safe'! I had to hold it up to the TV screen next to your table to prove it to my boyfriend.

[@maryhernandezwalker1528]

Hello ladies ♡ just wanted to say thank you for giving me/us something enjoyable to watch during this pandemic. Love the art work and all.

[@phyllisbowen3698]

Gail the necklace you made is gorgeous.

[@Artista4u10z]

LOVE !!!! you both inspire me!

[@lisalorentz7919]

for many years I've been a great admirer (and collector) of broken china jewelry. That one is absolutely lovely, Gail! Stellar first project.

[@charlesperez9976]

There is nothing more magical and enchanting than your twosome “hello”! It captures my pitter-patter heart.

[@Julianne955]

I love watching Gail's hands at work, so much artistry! The necklace is lovely. The scenery was stunning! Thank you for taking us with you!

[@TiffYG2133]

The necklace is absolutely adorable, love that little bit of tree!

[@kanamichelle7404]

I loved the history of the hall, and that pendant is gorgeous! Well done, ladies!

[@sandrayoung6341]

Love hearing about the history and your finds from the hotel 🏨. Lovely necklace Gail . Take care .

[@alessia0064]

Another lovely excursion and the necklace is stunning, thank you ladies. Take care and stay safe 🙂👍👍

[@QuestForDetails]

that was fun "piecing " together a riddle of chance, thank you always for the peaceful, happy , pause in life, much appreciated !

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Glad you enjoyed it! xx

[@marybeth6272]

Gail, that necklace is so beautiful. I love watching create your jewelry. 💞

[@owensmith1927]

As always you ladies have allowed me to accompany you on an adventure . I'm always here and ready for another excursion. Loved the necklace.

[@taradavison7060]

Love the little frog! Pretty pottery, I love looking at it all together at the end of the video. God bless.❤ Tara

[@tommy69693]

Another beautiful video, so relaxing and informative, I’m so glad that the swoose approved x

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear lovely Northern Mudlarking Ladies. At 13.20 min: That's not just a big leaf, I guess you gals found one of Littlefoots (cousin of Nessie) tree stars (his favourite food)! ;-) After that you additionally created a very beautiful necklace that he would have liked a lot (and because of the long chain he even could've worn it). 👍👌👏 Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health to all of you (including the animals of course).

[@EmbraceTheJourney]

Alex, you have such a lovely voice, you could recite poetry and oh how nice it would be

[@landjgoff]

LOVE WATCHING YOU WORK YOUR MAGIC.

[@The3katter]

Always the nicest way to close sunday evening together with you! And also at my favourite place The Lake District 😀

[@helensmith2839]

Love how you bring forgotten things back to life ♥️

[@talethamccorkle6696]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@sallya.2412]

The piece of pottery pendant turned out beautiful. The shwoos approve of it as well. Yay!

[@glorialopez2047]

Love love yall's adventures.....keep up the awesome finds .......and also love love the jewelery makings❤❤❤❤❤

[@snarkycard]

Yay! The schwoos weren't repelled by it! LOL! Nice job, Gail!

[@amandathorpe1648]

I could watch you making jewellery all day long Gail so talented .

[@mirkatu3249]

Well done on the pendant, it's beautiful!

[@bonnerdebbie]

Beautiful!

[@XPALYDO]

The most beautiful necklace so far! I enjoyed the wonderful film you’ve made, and the history is fascinating. Love to you all.

[@hanafri8]

Beautiful pendant♥ You are so talented Gail. The pair of birds on the porcelain will also look beautiful in a ring or pendant ♥

[@p.k.carlson6646]

Gayle, that necklace is amazing! What a cool way to recycle ceramic bits!

[@kathisease9924]

Can't believe you two are self taught...such true artistry as always! I absolutely adore the Lake District! I always think of Beatrix Potter when it is mentioned. Thanks so much for sharing...please stay safe...:)

[@daleyounts3426]

The necklace was truly a labor of love-!

[@AlexandraDollyWorld]

Love the nature and lake across hotel so beautiful 🤗

[@neatsb3040]

Thanks for letting me know you have your maker's mark on the chain. 🙏

[@Adam-Gates-Mudlark]

Now that’s what I call Jewellery! - that necklace is absolutely stunning ✨✨✨✨Loved the video too 😀

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Aw, thank you Adam, that's so nice of you! xx

[@reecesearcher]

I love the shwoos, have you ever got them to model your jewellery, they would look so cool walking down the cat walk, actually I could imagine them staring in a TV advert for your brand once it becomes as big as Pandora :)

[@susanreed1557]

Love the necklace! I visited England in 1990 and loved the Lake District. I felt at home there. Love you two!!

[@debbiemays70]

Love watching your adventures. That necklace is beautiful!

[@scoobyukmanc]

Love the necklace, beautifully made. 😁

[@carolynchatham6338]

Wonderful work combining the blue and white shard with the silver. The photography of the region is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your adventures and treasures.

[@MiraclesByAnait]

You should make lot of jewelry with those pottery and sell them. They look beautiful I could watch y'all make jewelry all day

[@corinneone]

I do love going on your journeys. Thank you I look forward to your adventures. I was a little worried about Alex climbing through the branches but was rewarded with the Vulcanite War Stopper. What cool find right from the start. The blue and white that Gale found was so much fun to see shown against the Hotel itself. It was meant to be. You two are my glimpse of happiness during this World 🌍Pandemic. Thank you both so much. And Hellooo from Seattle, Washington USA 🇺🇸

[@murraywagnon1841]

Another beautiful piece of jewelry!

[@elizabethchevalier7740]

I looooove that necklace! Thank you for taking us to such a beautiful spot. 🙏🏻 Be well.

[@M.Campbell]

My first thought was that those were chick waterers too, but waterers have a groove on each side of the upraised part so that the water can flow out of the upturned jar as it is used.

[@vivianeromao]

Hello girls? this mother is really an artist. I'm impressed how you guys are going to be like this. CONGRATULATIONS for so much talent. Hugs from Brasil.

[@aliencat11]

Love watching Gail make jewelry. Thanks for sharing!

[@teresatorrence4158]

Hello ladies. I love 💘 your videos. The jewelry you make is stunning. I love watching you make them. You are both very talented. Thank you for sharing with us all. Take care and stay safe.

[@jeffdickerson1819]

Your voices took me back to my childhood. Great Grand Mother Wallace soft voice and the great wooden toys in the bottom drawer in the kitchen, Hard candy in a bowl, and her singing to me as i fell asleep in her lap.

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Aw, she sounds wonderful! Thank you xx

[@Mudpies]

A really lovely piece of jewellery, so skilful and set to a great choice of music. It was funny seeing Alex seek out those treasures in the woods, like a contortionist! Take care Josie and Andy 😃

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Aw, thank you! Why is it the good stuff is always the hardest to reach, lol? xx

[@gaildawnwright7421]

OMG! My husband and i stayed at Armathwaite hotel for our anniversary. I'll never forget it as it was when foot and mouth broke out in early 2000's and you had to drive over carpets across the road that had disinfectant on them to try and stop the disease from spreading!

[@oilerfreak]

Absolutely beautiful pendant Gail!!

[@CynBay]

I loved watching you make the pottery pendant! Have you thought of going back to this video and posting a play-by-play explaining what you are doing and why? I think it would be so interesting and I love to hear your wonderful voices.❤

[@juanitaskelton448]

Lovely country...so serene!

[@meloniemurillo2885]

Your mom is so talented. What a beautiful piece of jewelry she created.

[@cellardweller315]

I enjoy all your podcasts and love the bond you have with each other, do you knit and crochet your hand warmers they are lovely,keep up the good work x

[@a.l.duncan6201]

A very wise decision to show the time and effort that goes into making such a piece (necklace). As an artist, myself, I get folks all the time who are so tainted from today's production-line world and expectant of a cheaply made piece. They really don't understand the work involved for one person to make something so special and handmade. I appreciate your videos and pieces, and certainly the time it takes to create and edit such a wonderful spark of healthy entertainment in today's market of 'streaming violence and drama.' Please stay wholesome. It's quite welcome. Thank you.

[@Aikidobear129]

Oh- I forgot to mention that I love your accent! and your pendant turned out very nice- a true handcrafted piece of art.

[@gloriastroedecke2717]

Beautiful pendant. I find it so soothing and educational to watch the jewelry being made.

[@pennysmith2511]

Wonderful😘

[@mariamceuen4700]

Gail you have done it again!! You are amazing. Beautiful necklace. 🥰🥰🥰

[@MS-vi9xo]

I want one of those necklaces! I love the old blue and white dishes. I want to change my kitchen to blue and white and have old dishes such as those. I LOVE your videos!

[@babzhewlett-beech8126]

That willow necklace is gorgeous

[@nataliesmith4966]

Oh! I'm early for once. I've been sitting down enjoying a backlog of your trips while doing some bead embroidery. I love watching your adventures and crafting and then crafting along with you. It's very relaxing, inspiration and motivating!

[@rebekahkennison6068]

Wow! How stunning Mum! So beautiful, I'd love to purchase a peice!

[@conniekerley7917]

I believe that is the most beautiful necklace I have ever seen! More excellent than diamonds. I hope to purchase a piece of your artwork when you start to sell again. Very good to see you both hunting again. Go bless from the USA.

[@mimimitch327]

Yaaaaaay it’s time!!!! It’s Sunday night and I get to watch the girls from S Florida!!!