chopsy adj.

Welsh informal -cheeky, chatty, inclined to talk a lot, belligerent, loud-mouthed.

Calling all chopsy women! Keep speaking up, keep making changes! 

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. 

£2 from
every Chopsy item goes to Welsh Women’s Aid.
£2 from every Chopsy item goes to

Welsh Women's Aid

 Welsh Women’s Aid is a feminist charity challenging violence against women and misogyny across Wales.

An interview in Wales Art Review

Sophie Weeks interviewed me about this jewellery journey with Welsh Women's Aid. Read more

What they said
What they said
Fabulous! I got Chopsy and Survivor necklaces for two of my most awesome female friends in the USA. They were thrilled - I love them because they actually deliver quite a serious message with a little wit and sparkle. And the charity donation is magic.
— Jo
What they said
A class piece! Seriously in love with my necklace. It’s beautifully made and makes a statement in a bold and classy way. Delivery was prompt & comms was fab.
— Karen
What they said
Bloody brilliant! Absolutely love my “Chopsy” necklace! This is the third necklace I’ve bought from wear and resist and they have all been perfect.
— Charlie
How it all started

About Wear and Resist

Wear and Resist was launched by me, Sarah Day, in early 2017 as a way to channel my frustration at the political climate into a creative pursuit that would raise money for women's charities.

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