Emma Wade ART
Blue Fretwork Scallop Shell Trinket Dish | Chinoiserie Coastal Decor | Gold Leaf Jewellery Holder
Blue Fretwork Scallop Shell Trinket Dish | Chinoiserie Coastal Decor | Gold Leaf Jewellery Holder
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Inspired by timeless blue and white chinoiserie ceramics and coastal interiors, these handmade scallop shell trinket dishes feature an elegant blue fretwork geometric pattern finished with luxurious hand-painted gold leaf edging.
Each natural Dorset scallop shell is individually selected, carefully cleaned, hand decorated, gilded with liquid gold leaf, and sealed beneath crystal-clear glossy resin for a luminous and durable finish.
The intricate blue fretwork design evokes classic chinoiserie interiors, Mediterranean coastal styling, and timeless decorative ceramics — creating a beautiful keepsake that is both practical and decorative.
✨ VERSATILE USES
Perfect as:
• Jewellery holder
• Ring dish
• Trinket tray
• Vanity dish
• Cufflink holder
• Tea light holder
• Bathroom décor
• Salt & pepper pinch dish
• Coastal shelf styling
✨ SIZE OPTIONS
Two sizes available:
• STANDARD — approx. 10–11cm
• LARGE — approx. 11–12cm
✨ HANDCRAFTED PROCESS
Inspired by the Dorset coastline, every shell is sustainably sourced from Dorset and the South East coastlines before being thoroughly cleaned, scrubbed, and air dried in my studio.
Once decorated in the blue fretwork pattern, each shell is hand gilded with shimmering liquid gold leaf and sealed in premium crystal-clear resin for a beautiful glossy finish.
✨ ONE OF A KIND
Due to the natural form of scallop shells, every piece varies slightly in shape, depth, and pattern placement, making each shell entirely unique.
✨ BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED
Your shell will arrive wrapped in white tissue paper and presented in a sustainable branded kraft gift box with recycled shredded paper filler — ready for gifting.
💝 PERFECT GIFT FOR:
• Chinoiserie lovers
• Coastal décor lovers
• Birthdays & anniversaries
• Weddings & bridesmaids
• Mother’s Day
• Christmas gifts & stocking fillers
• Housewarming gifts
• Blue and white interior lovers
• Or simply as a luxurious self-indulgent treat
C L E A N I N G Y O U R S H E L L
My shells are uniquely sealed with a hard wearing gloss epoxy resin which is water resistant but I as a precaution I do not recommend submerging the shells in water and they are not dishwasher safe. Please wipe with a soft cloth.
G I F T W R A P P I N G
Your bespoke handcrafted shell comes complete with beautiful gift packaging at no extra charge! I will also provide you with an image of your shell (prior to postage) to save you from unwrapping the shell if you are gifting on to a loved one.
P R O C E S S I N G T I M E
My products are always shipped promptly and within my designated processing times. I will however to post sooner whenever possible.
D E L I V E R Y
Within the UK and to the Channel Islands only :
Delivery and Postage:
Royal Mail standard - ‘48 tracked’ 2 business days
Royal Mail express - ‘24 Tracked’ 1 business day
Please note:
Whilst Royal Mail 48 and 24 tracked post are extremely efficient, occasionally (in busier periods e.g. Christmas) there are delays in the postal service but I do supply a tracking code so that your parcels journey is visible at all times.
