A month to remember... Thank you September, 'hello' October

September... What a whirlwind! And another month full of creating beautiful memories.

The busiest month at the bench so far this year. It was a delight to have By Leahy chosen to celebrate so many milestone birthdays - 40ths, 50ths, and 60ths. Much loved pets were remembered, beautiful new arrivals were marked, and a decade of one's life was captured - more on that special story here.

The most popular designs were the Signature Envelope Necklace, and the Landscape Slip Bracelet. The beautiful subtle hue of 9ct gold was the most chosen precious metal.

I had the absolute delight to custom-make a piece for the queen that is Lyra. It was quite special to have the opportunity to make and personalise a piece for her. You can read more on that here.

It was also a very happy moment to see By Leahy featured in Galway Now Magazine, thanks to Tanya Lee Conroy and Nathalie Marquez Courtney. As a Galway-based brand, it was extra meaningful to have their continued support. Have a further look In The Press section.

A new offering was launched in September - 'Custom-Made By Leahy'. This was prompted by an increasing number of customers wanting to tailor current items in the collection. Here is a little background story to it.

In the meantime, here are some happy photo highlights of the month, below.

L-R: Lyra's custom-made 'Signature Slip Necklace' front and back.

One day on the bench in the busiest month so far this year.

GALWAY Now Magazine feature, with little Billy and his quick spot of the Landscape Slip Bracelet 😄.

A Signature Envelope Necklace chosen to mark a decade of memories for one customer.

The 'Claddagh' Sentiment Slip added to a Landscape Slip Bracelet.

A Landscape Slip Necklace engraved with her two children's names (one name on each side), and made in a shorter 16" length chain, on request.

An 18ct yellow gold Landscape Slip Bracelet with a beautiful single heart engraving. Another design taken from the Sentiments Collection, with a slight edit for the customer.

L-R: An 18ct yellow gold Slip Necklace engraved with her daughters name and DOB (on the reverse).

A Signature Envelope to mark a 60th celebration in the UK.

My very happy head after all of the absolutely lovely messages and votes of support in the run up to this weekend's Irish Country Magazine, Irish Made Awards (a little back story in the link here).

A Signature Envelope Necklace to celebrate her sister and her milestone birthday.

A memorable date engraved on a Landscape Slip Bracelet, in 9ct yellow gold.

'Thank you for saying 'I do'' engraved onto a Signature Envelope Necklace, now in its happy home in the UK.

A pop of pastels in this Connect Bracelet, paired with a 9ct yellow gold Slip.

An order from New York to celebrate her friend's daughter's departure to university.

'Godmother' engraved on this 9ct gold Landscape Slip Bracelet.

As for what is ahead in October... It's all go!!

Prep' has begun for the magical season ahead and I welcome any queries you might have in advance of purchasing. Whether it be in relation to product details, engraving options, or deadline dates... You can contact me directly below.

For now, thanks for spending some time with me here. And I can't say it enough - 'thank you' so much to everyone who has chosen By Leahy, to those who recommend it to family and friends, and to those who leave reviews and message me with delightful feedback. It helps so much and I am very grateful.

Here’s to capturing memories and creating connections this October.

Laoise x