Sly Fox Jewellery

Twin sisters Megan and Christie Webber from Christchurch grew up in a house that that their dad built and their mum painted. Their mother is an artist who had paintbrushes in her daughters’ hands as soon as they could hold them, so it’s no big surprise that both Megan and Christie like to create. Sly Fox Jewellery is inspired by nature and geometry, and is handmade from a variety of different materials including glass, metal, clay, wire, and paint. Many of their items are handmade from beginning to end. The twins hand sculpt, mould, and paint these pieces making sure each one is a little bit special. 

Where did you come up with the name? Megan: I came up with the name, it was one that popped into my head and stuck with me. We both adore animals and nature, and foxes are such wonderful creatures.  

What are five words that describe your work? Whimsical, creative, distinctive, quality, and handmade. 

What was your favourite toy as a child? And now? Christie: We had a really large dolls house that our father built for us, filled with beautiful furniture that our mum made. We used to play with it from the moment we got up until after we were put to bed! I used clay to make all of the food that they would eat, and Megan used a shoebox to create a bank with accounts and even credit cards. This was a pretty high tech system! Now we still enjoy all sorts of toys, my favourite would have to be my insect pinning kit. 

What is making you happy right now? Megan: My swan plants. They are looking much healthier following some rough weather and now I’m pretty excited to attract some Monarchs with the warmer weather.

What did you dream about last night? Christie: A zombie apocalypse, it was terrifying. I think I have been watching a bit too much of The Walking Dead.

What is something that can always make you feel better? Megan: Our little dog Felix. No matter how I am feeling he is always ready to give cuddles.

Do you do anything crazy to inspire creativity? Christie: I wouldn’t call it particularly crazy but sometimes I go to the art supplies store and buy things which then inspire creations. It might be a tube of sparkly paint, a block of coloured clay or even some new sculpting tools. 

Were you popular in High School? Megan: I’m not even sure if our high school had well defined groups like in films. If it did then we were probably geeks! We took all the science subjects and a bunch of arts. We were also both in the orchestra and the jazz band. Too cool for school!

What is your favourite quote? Megan: “Do not squander time for that is the stuff life is made of.” - Benjamin Franklin. Christie: “Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls this adventure Science.” - Edwin Hubble.

What do you hope to be remembered for? Christie: We would love for people to think of our work as something that they can enjoy and treasure.