IJL was proud to announce the new 'KickStart' initiative in 2009, launched in the Design Gallery at the show in September. This was designed to provide a commercial platform for fledgling designers. Working with industry consultant Aldyth Crowther and the BJA, KickStart presented 10 new UK designers who showcased the very latest and most innovative jewellery designs. All ten designers and companies exhibited together.

To find out more about this fresh new talent read below and click on the exhibitors name to view their web entry page.

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Beth Gilmour Jewellery Experimenting with unorthodox materials and translating them in to precious metals is what defines Beth’s work. By combining her trademark surface textures with unusual semi precious stones, she creates beautiful, original, hand-made contemporary jewellery.		Linnie Mclarty Contemporary Jewellery Design Having come to jewellery design from a fine art background the transition was an interesting one and one that Linnie feels adds to her design process. Linnie's recent collection showcases a series of brooches with an entirely new method of fastening and an integral relationship to the fabric on which they sit.
Eastern Mystic Jewellery The collections represent Sonal’s own personal journey and her Indian heritage, a vibrant culture seeped in traditions, mythology and beautiful craftsmanship with her Western upbringing influencing more contemporary twists.		Duffy Jewellery Duffy makes jewellery that is not for the shy or retiring. His bold, unisex works and are all highly individual and each piece stands alone in its own right.
AqA Design AqA Design creates contemporary jewellery in precious metals enhanced with precious and semi-precious stones. Each piece of jewellery therefore has its own unique characteristics; no two pieces are the same, giving the wearer something to truly treasure.		Ulrikke Vogt Ulrikke’s designs are influenced by the beauty of nature and Norwegian folk patterns, combined in a modern subtle way.  She uses the inspiration from nuts, leaves and flowers to generate jewellery which is both playful and charming. She enhances the nostalgia of old patterns by applying different textures and colours.
Alexandra Simpson Contemporary yet romantic, Alexandra’s handmade jewellery has a delicate, graceful and sensual quality. Carving is her specialty; she works mainly in wax and metal but can also carve glass and stone. Each of Alexandra Simpson’s creations will ensure you feel special.		Serena Park Serena Park’s works are exquisite and timeless sculptural pieces. Her jewellery combines glass blowing, traditional goldsmithing and modern jewellery making techniques. The contrasting materials of glass and metal represent the two sides of human beings—their fragility and their tenacity. Her work has a concern for environmental issues as well as personal memories.
Jasmine Alexander Obsessed by extremes, parameters and limits, Jasmine believes each one exists to be shattered, challenged and defied. Jasmine Alexander’s bespoke fine jewellery, is discerning luxury for the discerning mind.		Oria Jewellery Oria is a socially and environmentally committed company dedicated to making fine jewellery following ethical principals, designing and making all the jewellery in the London based studio. The collections vary from the delicate and feminine to the bold and striking.