CHOPSY the Collection
Calling all chopsy Welsh feminists! Keep speaking up, keep making changes! Own your chopsy nature with a necklace or brooch.
"Welsh informal - Inclined to talk a lot, especially in a rude, insolent, or belligerent way; loud-mouthed."
When a customer suggest I make a Chopsy necklace for Welsh Women's Aid in honour of Siân James referring to herself as a Chopsy Woman at their 40th anniversay, I jumped on the chance! I've been looking for a Welsh feminist word, (ffeministaidd is too long to work on a necklace unfortunately) and WWA are an incredible charity.
And although these necklaces are fun and in good humour, the work that WWA are doing in Wales was highlighted when I googled 'chopsy' and found an article from February 2021 about a man who 'beat up wife because she was chopsy.' Women are still being hit for speaking their minds, so let's celebrate our right to disagree, argue, debate and express ourselves, and keep fighting so that all women can enjoy this level of freedom.
I was interviewed by Sophie Weeks about this jewellery journey with WWA, in her excellent article, Chopsy Women Change Lives in Wales Art Review.
£2 from every Chopsy item goes to Welsh Women’s Aid – a feminist charity challenging violence against women and misogyny across Wales.
Raging! Fab brooch that I’ve put on my denim jacket, it’ll be out and about for everyone to see 😁
Love them! This is my second set of XL lightning bolt earrings because I wear them all the time and I needed more colours 😂. Be prepared to be asked “where did you get those amazing earrings?!”
I absolutely love this necklace and it's a perfect way to honour this warrior woman! I have many beautiful items from this awesome little company. The quality is fabulous and the communication/customer service is outstanding- LOVE them! ❤️
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About Sarah Day
Wear and Resist is a culmination of my love of text and art. As a writer with an MFA in painting, I have always loved making and writing. I have also always loved bold, colourful jewellery, precious but inexpensive. I design and make everything in my Oxfordshire studio.
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We are in the process of making our home and workshop self-sustaining. Wear and Resist is now running on solar power.
Let customers speak for us
I bought one of these for me and one as a gift. Sarah went out of her way to ensure the gift arrived on time despite me leaving it a little late to order (sorry Sarah!). Both the recipient and I LOVED our bracelets. They're sturdy and gorgeous and it's lovely to have sweaty charms dangling from my wrist. Excellent customer service and beautiful jewellery as always.
Fantastic little earrings. I actually meant to buy the black glitter version but ordered the flame (red) glitter version instead. I'm glad I did though, as the red glitter earrings are gorgeous. If you like smaller stud earrings that are a bit glam and sparkly, these are for you! Came in a lovely Wear & Resist gift box too.
As a fan of (original pre-Disney) Star Wars, I love this. And it's important to show your support for any kind of rebel alliance, fictional or not! I got the gold sparkly version which is fantastically glittery, i love wearing it. Arrived quickly in lovely gift boxes. I'd buy the entire range of Wear & Resist jewellery if I could!
I love wearing this!
My order was packaged well and delivery was prompt. I'm definitely ordering more items.
I'm looking forward to seeing my friend open this gift. I'm sure she'll love it!
Many comments have been passed since I've worn this.
A gorgeous brooch with a timely message, it arrived quickly, was well packaged and looks even better than the photo. And helping Ukraine in my small way is a bonus.
I am now a BULK Wear and Resist buyer. Once you've discovered this statement jewelry you can't leave it alone. This purchase was for my teenage goddaughter and I know that it will genuinely give her stretch and courage because all the pieces are not only beautiful but also genuinely magical and witchy.
This necklace is off to Canada for our daughter's birthday in April - I know she will love it! Thanku wear & resist xxx
Love this simple bracelet that has an important message to remember when you are going through bad times or good! It’s beautifully made and feels durable despite being delicate.
My order came promptly and the necklace has been much admired.
Gorgeous handmade badge showing support Ukraine 🇺🇦. Beautifully made, I get comments every time I wear it.
Great quality, great design, arrived promptly and well packaged. Thank you 😀
I have been following the news with absolute rage lately and this brooch was my small way of expressing a little of it! It's good quality, sturdy and bright. Looks great on my denim jacket.
The first time I saw this necklace I laughed out loud 🤣 it suits me perfectly! Beautifully made and well packaged. I will treasure this! Check out the store...I will be buying more!!
